Hi, I wanted to know why did you fellow CRNA's choose to become a "CRNA"...was it worth it?...and once you finished school, got hired, did any of you ever regret going to school for it?...Im looking in into the CRNA program for the near future...but i can't help but feel a bit nervous and second guess the option..is working in the OR all the CRNA does? Besides the pay which many know CRNA's are well compensated are you overall "satisfied" with your position...i know someone who wants to become a CRNA and is currently working in ICU for 2 yrs now..and when it came to the pay subject..this person said for them to accept a position as a CRNA they would have to start out more than 150,000/yr...because as an RN, with an ADN I should add she makes over 100k a year in NYC, according to this person to start out @ 100,000 would be a "slap in the face"...i thought the statement was a bit selfish...and a bit unrealistic...when you become a CRNA are the years of experience in Critical care "credited" when being considered a position as a CRNA?...lol..i know im asking alot of questions abut there are a few that i am a bit confused about...any responses would be GREATLY appreciated...thanx...XoXo