MTSA 2021

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Is anyone out there applying to MTSA for the January 2021 cycle?

Specializes in ICU.
8 minutes ago, chanchviv said:

I interview June 11th. I feel prepared and want to move things along. When is your interview?

I'm deciding between the 16th or 24th trying to adjust my work schedule

Good luck! Let me know how it goes ??

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Specializes in CVICU.

CONGRATS! When did y’all submit your application?

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Specializes in ICU.
15 minutes ago, RXMurse said:

CONGRATS! When did y’all submit your application?

Thank you!

Submitted back on 4/1

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Specializes in MICU.

Congratulations! What time did you guys get your emails ?

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Specializes in CVICU.
13 hours ago, chanchviv said:

For those who have interviewed in previous years at MTSA, do you have tips or specific advice?

I'm currently in the program. In 2 months - I am starting my senior year. I can't give you much advice about the NEW interview process because it has changed. Before it was very serious, a bit scary and the interviewers DRILLED applicants to determine how much clinical application/knowledge they knew. However last year it was changed. Now it's all about emotional intelligence and selling yourself during the interview. It's okay to be nervous but don't let it over take you (remember these are just people who once had to go through the same process). Secondly, if they happen to ask you a clinical question and you really don't know it. Just try to give the best answer but also state "I don't know". CRNA school isn't for people who are arrogant and "think" they have all the answers. It's for individual with a certain level of drive and determination, but also are very aware of their limitations/weakness. If you can't identify those aspects of yourself - how would you ever know when you're in a critical situation in the OR. You're responsible for that person on the table. You are the leader in the room during a crisis. Lastly, just be yourself ? Good luck!

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Specializes in Critical Care.
2 hours ago, ChillLHI said:

I'm currently in the program. In 2 months - I am starting my senior year. I can't give you much advice about the NEW interview process because it has changed. Before it was very serious, a bit scary and the interviewers DRILLED applicants to determine how much clinical application/knowledge they knew. However last year it was changed. Now it's all about emotional intelligence and selling yourself during the interview. It's okay to be nervous but don't let it over take you (remember these are just people who once had to go through the same process). Secondly, if they happen to ask you a clinical question and you really don't know it. Just try to give the best answer but also state "I don't know". CRNA school isn't for people who are arrogant and "think" they have all the answers. It's for individual with a certain level of drive and determination, but also are very aware of their limitations/weakness. If you can't identify those aspects of yourself - how would you ever know when you're in a critical situation in the OR. You're responsible for that person on the table. You are the leader in the room during a crisis. Lastly, just be yourself ? Good luck!

How was the clinical experience? Do you feel like you’ve had enough opportunities to do procedures? Is it integrated with didactic portion or are they separate?

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Specializes in MICU/SICU/Neuro.
10 hours ago, ChillLHI said:

I'm currently in the program. In 2 months - I am starting my senior year. I can't give you much advice about the NEW interview process because it has changed. Before it was very serious, a bit scary and the interviewers DRILLED applicants to determine how much clinical application/knowledge they knew. However last year it was changed. Now it's all about emotional intelligence and selling yourself during the interview. It's okay to be nervous but don't let it over take you (remember these are just people who once had to go through the same process). Secondly, if they happen to ask you a clinical question and you really don't know it. Just try to give the best answer but also state "I don't know". CRNA school isn't for people who are arrogant and "think" they have all the answers. It's for individual with a certain level of drive and determination, but also are very aware of their limitations/weakness. If you can't identify those aspects of yourself - how would you ever know when you're in a critical situation in the OR. You're responsible for that person on the table. You are the leader in the room during a crisis. Lastly, just be yourself ? Good luck!

Thank you! I have been drilling my brain with critical thinking scenarios... Your response brought much needed comfort, but will not let my guard down. I submitted my app 2 weeks before deadline.

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Specializes in CRNA.
22 minutes ago, chanchviv said:

Thank you! I have been drilling my brain with critical thinking scenarios... Your response brought much needed comfort, but will not let my guard down. I submitted my app 2 weeks before deadline.

I private messaged you! I interviewed July of last year. I’m in my second semester at MTSA!

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Specializes in ICU.
10 hours ago, ChillLHI said:

I'm currently in the program. In 2 months - I am starting my senior year. I can't give you much advice about the NEW interview process because it has changed. Before it was very serious, a bit scary and the interviewers DRILLED applicants to determine how much clinical application/knowledge they knew. However last year it was changed. Now it's all about emotional intelligence and selling yourself during the interview. It's okay to be nervous but don't let it over take you (remember these are just people who once had to go through the same process). Secondly, if they happen to ask you a clinical question and you really don't know it. Just try to give the best answer but also state "I don't know". CRNA school isn't for people who are arrogant and "think" they have all the answers. It's for individual with a certain level of drive and determination, but also are very aware of their limitations/weakness. If you can't identify those aspects of yourself - how would you ever know when you're in a critical situation in the OR. You're responsible for that person on the table. You are the leader in the room during a crisis. Lastly, just be yourself ? Good luck!

Thank you for the advice. I'm extremely nervous for the interview as I do not want to blow my chances. I'm extremely humbled to have gotten an interview invite and hope it goes well. Prepping mostly for personal/emotional intelligence questions and some clinical prep.

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Specializes in Critical Care.

I accepted a spot! ?

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Specializes in ICU.
25 minutes ago, SICURN21 said:

I accepted a spot! ?

Ahhhh CONGRATS! ♥️♥️ How was interview any technical issues with the Microsoft teams thing? I've never used that platform before

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Specializes in MICU.
1 hour ago, SICURN21 said:

I accepted a spot! ?

Congratulations! How long from your interview to acceptance ?

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