Hi everyone! I am new to this site and so happy to see how helpful it really is! Well, I had a question maybe someone can answer. I am currently a BSN student- I graduate this December (yay!) Even before starting nursing school I knew I wanted to become a CRNA. I shadowed a few of them just to be sure I knew what I was ultimately going to get into. I would like to attend the same school I am in currently for CRNA school and they require 1 year of experience as an RN in an ICU setting like most other schools. I know I need this experience, but I would like to continue my education as soon as possible. I know that you have to apply very early, at least around 6 months before even starting. Can you apply to the program before your 1 yr is done..knowing that when you actually start the program you will have the 1 year of experience? Has anyone done that? or do you usually have to wait to even apply? Just curious...I know I'm way ahead of myself, but I always like to plan ahead (way ahead)
Thanks in advance,
Nikki