Help needed and severe advice about CRNA

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Hello everyone,

I know this probably is asked a lot but I havent seen any recent post or direct answers. I really want to become a CRNA but the road to get there is time consuming with getting the right experience and prep. I have only been a nurse for about 1 year and 8 months and im 24 years old and single, no kids. I do want a family one day. I currently started working in a CVICU in a level 1 trauma center but the training is intense. I previously worked in an IICU and a progressive care unit at small hospitals.

I have a GPA of 3.25 overall, B's in all my sciences except Microbiology and lab earned a C (worked 3 jobs when I was taking this course and my entire 4 years of nursing school).

I would like advice from anyone who has gotten a Master's of Science in nursing (NP)? if so which one? Also do you think this is wise to do and than pursue getting a post master's in CRNA? I am really getting discourage right now and really need advice.

I have not taken the GRE or college courses and would like insight on what to take to better my chances or what should I do to get to CRNA school faster.

discouraged RN:scrying:

What are the ways to stand out I meant? Thnx:)

Specializes in CRNA.

Ways to stand out: 1. Obtain at least 2 to 3 years experience in your ICU; 2. show leadership potential-volunteer to be on quality assurance, or policy committees, join and participate in professional organizations,

It is correct that NP programs are not, and may never be, required to grant a doctoral degree. All nurse anesthesia programs are required to offer doctoral degrees beginning with students entering program on Jan 1, 2022 or later. The doctoral programs approved so far-11 in the US-are all 36 months.

CCRN would be a big resume booster too. Some programs are starting to require it.

Specializes in CT-ICU.

Yup in my interviews it wasn't so much about who had their CCRN, but who DIDN'T have their CCRN.

It's competitive so give yourself every advantage you can:

CCRN

GRE >1100

Good GPA or A/B's in grad level courses

Preceptor/Charge

Committee Work

It's alot of work, and it will take time and dedication. You may feel like you're doing it for nothing, or not getting paid enough to do it. But in the end, when you get that acceptance phone call, you'll realize it was worth it. Good luck!

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