Thoughts all the time...

[APNgonnabe]

Once again I find myself coming here for insight/help. I know or at least I think I know as my name says that I want to get MSN at some point. I am one of those who has no clue what I want to do but I think that I do. I have come to the conclusion that CRNA would be a good fit for me but I don't know if I have the burning desire that I've read about in some post that people say is crucial for making it through. So I guess I'm asking if I don't know w/o a doubt that CRNA is something that I want.. is it still something that I should be moving toward? Ok, please your thoughts always welcomed.

J

[cometwfour]

The decision is yours to make. I personally have always leaned towards the idea of getting an APN, but until the last couple of years I didn't really know specifically in what. After soul searching and prayer, I asked God if this was the right path then let it work it's way to fruition, if not, then take away my interest and throw up a big wall. Now, all I think about is becoming a CRNA. I can't imagine doing anything else. It's all I think about. I am constantly on this site reading about everyone and also looking at the CRNA school web pages that I"m interested in, to see if anything has changed. Sure, I have my insecurities about can I do it, or am I smart enough. But, somewhere deep down, I know I can if given the chance. Don't get me wrong, I'm also doing things to make me more competitive. I've had to go back and take classes to pull up my undergrad GPA. Good luck to you in whatever you decide! God bless!!!

[ICUDOUCME?]

Well, my perspective is that you do it until you feel it. Feelings do not always come before the action. Sometimes you have to put yourself in the situation before you get the burning desire.

I have felt apprehension, doubt, and a million other things along the way. I am now a senior student in an anesthesia program and I can now state that I can't see myself doing anything else. I'm excited, passionate, and motivated to succeed at this career.

The key to this whole thing, and indeed anything you set out to do, is to make the decision and then don't look right or left. You have to make a logical choice...one that holds up under scrutiny considering everything you will give up in return. Then, if it makes sense for you and your family...go for it!

[GBID09]

ICUDOUCME, I sent you a private message. Thanks

[kwalrn]

Cometwfour, just reading your post and was amazed because this sounds like me. I knew that I wanted to be a CRNA but looked towards FNP because of the obstacles of pursuing CRNA. I too, prayed to God to lead me down the right path. It indeed was CRNA and I am doing everything I can to make myself a competitive candidate. This site is a tremendous help with the valid information posted from the members. I am constantly looking on this site for insites and information. I know now that this is the path that I am to pursue and I am excited and eager to start. Good luck to you in your endeavors!

kwalrn

The decision is yours to make. I personally have always leaned towards the idea of getting an APN, but until the last couple of years I didn't really know specifically in what. After soul searching and prayer, I asked God if this was the right path then let it work it's way to fruition, if not, then take away my interest and throw up a big wall. Now, all I think about is becoming a CRNA. I can't imagine doing anything else. It's all I think about. I am constantly on this site reading about everyone and also looking at the CRNA school web pages that I"m interested in, to see if anything has changed. Sure, I have my insecurities about can I do it, or am I smart enough. But, somewhere deep down, I know I can if given the chance. Don't get me wrong, I'm also doing things to make me more competitive. I've had to go back and take classes to pull up my undergrad GPA. Good luck to you in whatever you decide! God bless!!!

[CRNAGAL]

Have you tried shadowing some CRNA's in the OR. Seeing what it is we actually do might help clarify things for you.