Nursing Students SRNA
Published Jan 28, 2008
Hi All,
I'm just another one of many contemplating applying to CRNA school. Something that would be extremely helpful to me would be for current SRNA's to give me a snapshot of what your days are like as a SRNA. Worst / best / average, etc. Thanks.
alinasept
22 Posts
I'm still in school getting my BS at the moment, and planning to eventually become a CRNA. This is a really great thread and I love the responses. They sound scary and yet exciting too! lol. As crazy as it sounds, reading this has actually made me more excited about becoming a CRNA.
I was wondering about the amount of experience most CRNAs would recommend having in ICU before applying to CRNA school? I think the minimum required is like 1 or 2 yrs and I was planning on 2/3, but maybe more would be necessary? How much experience did you have before applying (current SRNAs and CRNAs)?
rana2005
2 Posts
Wow yes I agree this thread is sooo inspirational and makes me super excited to start. It certainly has scared the crap out of me though, but I figure if I can just take half a day per week to do something not school related. I'm glad to hear that not everyone in this program has to study 18 hours a day! Does anyone have suggestions on which schools are best to go to? I won't be applying until 2012 but I'm trying to start preparing myself now.
kristou
143 Posts
I love this thread. I cannot wait to start nursing school. work in ICU for 3 years and attend CRNA school. so exciting!!!!
blucrna
44 Posts
This is an amazing thread! I was starting to get sucked into the " crna school is a warzone" vibe until hell000nurse posted their follow up response. I know i got this, and my year of ICU experience cant be finished soon enough. Hope to hear back from some of the original posters as well as current srnas
EbonyQueen
9 Posts
Just gotta say I love this thread. I'm a junior nursing student. I know that CRNA school is a while away but wow... I am extremely excited! Kind of weird, perhaps, but I'm the type who yearns for intense academic programs and TONS of learning (I'm also, a little corny ) Basically, thank you to everyone who has shared their experience!!!
CCRN86
12 Posts
As someone just accepted to CRNA school, this was really helpful. Learning to be a "nursing student" is going to be a huge change. Emotional toll, not ready for it...but ready or not, here it comes! Thanks for sharing and for the advice.
Sumxjfunk
1 Post
Great posts. I appreciate you guys for shedding a lil light on the day and life of a CRNA.
#inspired
BabyCatcherCNM1984, BSN, MSN, RN, APRN, CNM
133 Posts
Boynurse2...sounds like MTSA?? Is this the school you were in?? Can you let me know how it was ...and how your interview process was? I interview there next week and I am a nervous wreck lol
houstonguy19
19 Posts
best to everyone! CRNA is a great profession
amber0627
168 Posts
Hey Everyone,I'm applying for the associated program for RN in march. Once i become an rn i plan on going for my bachelors. Once i'm done with all that, i've been considering nurse anesthesia an my permanent career. Only problem is, is i'll be working as an rn at the same time. Is it possible for an rn to work full time, while going to school to become a CRNA ( i really hope so!)? I would really appreciate some imput.Thank you!L.
I'm applying for the associated program for RN in march. Once i become an rn i plan on going for my bachelors. Once i'm done with all that, i've been considering nurse anesthesia an my permanent career. Only problem is, is i'll be working as an rn at the same time. Is it possible for an rn to work full time, while going to school to become a CRNA ( i really hope so!)?
I would really appreciate some imput.
Thank you!
L.
This is my exact same plan. Good question :)
Most schools do not allow you to work at all while in crna school...others list in their handbook that they may consider it but you must have approval from the school. They allow you to take loans to cover living expenses
The one I was reading about had suggested not working. I have been talking to my boyfriend about it all though and we feel we will be in a position by then that I won't need to work while I do it anyways. I plan to save between now and then as well, I have awhile until I can apply still. Unfortunately.