PLEASE HELP-RN to BSN to CRNA?

suzanne4, RN · Aug 24, 2005

Yes, you will need the BSN, as well as exceptional grades in school. As well as experience working in an ICU for one to two years. So you are looking at anesthesia school about 6 years from now.

Have you ever shadowed a CRNA? I highly recommend that you do that and see if that is something that you would really want to do. It is quite different to read about it then seeing it done in front of you.

Paula7 · Aug 24, 2005

Yes, you will need the BSN, as well as exceptional grades in school. As well as experience working in an ICU for one to two years. So you are looking at anesthesia school about 6 years from now.
Have you ever shadowed a CRNA? I highly recommend that you do that and see if that is something that you would really want to do. It is quite different to read about it then seeing it done in front of you.

Thanks Suzanne. I am JUST starting out so I have no clue about anything. :uhoh3: Just asking questions. I have a BS in Marketing but I doubt that will help with a BSN(maybe some pre-reqs).

What can you do with as a RN and what can you do with a BSN?

I assume there are specific jobs for each?

Thanks for all your help! :)

ICRN2008, BSN, RN · Aug 24, 2005

If I'm correct, I think that some anesthetist programs with accept RN's with a bachelor's degree in another field. You might want to check into that before going for a BSN if you're interested in becoming a CRNA. You can go to allnursingschools.com for info.

Good luck!

maturner · Aug 24, 2005

Thanks Suzanne. I am JUST starting out so I have no clue about anything. Just asking questions. I have a BS in Marketing but I doubt that will help with a BSN(maybe some pre-reqs).
What can you do with as a RN and what can you do with a BSN?
I assume there are specific jobs for each?
Thanks for all your help! :)

Being that you already have an undergraduate degree, you should really consider an accelerated BSN program as opposed to ADN then BSN. These programs usually range from 12 to 15 months. The programs are challenging and cost more than an ADN but you can cut years out of your timeline. My accelerated BSN education was excellent.

With regards to working as a STAFF RN, associate degree RN and BSN do the same job. BSNs have more upward mobility with regards to management positions, etc.

Please read the CRNA FAQ at the top of the forum.

Paula7 · Aug 24, 2005

Wow, thanks for all your help guys. Perhaps my school didn't bring up the accelerated BSN because they are a community college and only offer the 2 year degree? I will have to contact them and see. Also, i will check out the FAQ's and that website.

Thanks again! :wink2:

suzanne4, RN · Aug 24, 2005

You never mentioned about already having another degree. I would definitely go the route of the Accelerated program.

Have you actually spent any time in an OR? I still recommend shadowing a CRNA for a couple of days to see if you really like it..............

CRNA, DNSc · Aug 24, 2005

Those non-BSN degrees are usually science based. A marketing degree is not likely to be accepted as "an appropriate degreee".

CS_2_RN · Aug 25, 2005

I would agree with the others that an accelerated program is a faster route. I have a BS in Computer Science ans started the AS Community College route but found out that all the colleges have a two year waiting list, and that's after you've taken the prereqs and been accepted into the nursing program. I found that the Accelerated BSN programs have no waiting lists and are about 14 or 15 months long. They usually require a 3.0 gpa though. I actually am starting a Master's Nursing accelerated program in May 06. Hopefully this will cut out some of my courses in the CRNA program.

Paula7 · Aug 25, 2005

Thanks. I'm waiting for my comm college to get back to me.

I just feel so lost with it all and feel my "guidance" at school isn't really helping me. :nono:

I just don't want to wast time going towards the RN when I could be going for the accelearted BSN?

Like the one post said, my marketing degree may not even be helpful!

Thanks for all your help all! I hope to hear something soon.

maturner · Aug 25, 2005

Thanks. I'm waiting for my comm college to get back to me.
I just feel so lost with it all and feel my "guidance" at school isn't really helping me.
I just don't want to wast time going towards the RN when I could be going for the accelearted BSN?
Like the one post said, my marketing degree may not even be helpful!
Thanks for all your help all! I hope to hear something soon.

So long as you complete the science prerequisites and have the GPA, your first undergrad can be in whatever. My accelerated BSN class had marketing, elem. education, biochem, etc. as the primary degrees.

utahliz · Aug 25, 2005

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