Hi. I currently am completing my Gen Ed's for admission into the nursing program in order to complete my BSN (Bachelors of Science Nursing).
My ultimate goal is to become a CRNA-- and was told that 2 years of work in the ICU was required ontop of the BSN in order to get admission into your Master's for this.
I was wondering if there was a way I could complete my two years BEFORE my BSN-- so that way-- when I graduate I wont have to wait two years just to be admitted, and can go straight into obtaining my Masters.
Is this possible?
Do the two years need to be two years of EMPLOYED work or can it just be volunteer?
I have signed up for jobs at my local hospitals going on 2 years for every entry-level position IMAGINABLE, and hadnt recieved a SINGLE CALL BACK!
What's a good way of entering in this job industry?
Not sure if this has been mentioned, but Columbia has a direct entry CRNA program. It's VERY competitive, and you still have to do 1 year of work in an ICU in between your BSN and CRNA, but it's an option.
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I would never want a CRNA with one year of experience giving me anesthesia. One year of practice= just getting your bearings. This mentality of shortcuts to advanced practice diminishes our credibility, as far as I'm concerned.
Specializes in ED, Telemetry,Hospice, ICU, Supervisor.
I am so happy that no one has flamed the OP about just wanting to go into CRNA. I'm not being sarcastic at all, there have been a few posts I have run into that was just all sorts of mean. You know those debates about how people just want to do their stint and move on. It's great how everyone here has actually put in some constructive stuff!!!
I am so happy that no one has flamed the OP about just wanting to go into CRNA. I'm not being sarcastic at all, there have been a few posts I have run into that was just all sorts of mean. You know those debates about how people just want to do their stint and move on. It's great how everyone here has actually put in some constructive stuff!!!
Well, it does make you look bad when you want to get away with the bare minimum (or in the case that people usually get flamed for, those asking if there are schools that require less than the usual requirement) to get in to CRNA school. The focus should not be how fast you can do it, but to properly prepare yourself for it. I'm not justifying flaming people, but I understand the frustration because of how it reflects on the profession.
Specializes in ED, Telemetry,Hospice, ICU, Supervisor.
Well, it does make you look bad when you want to get away with the bare minimum (or in the case that people usually get flamed for, those asking if there are schools that require less than the usual requirement) to get in to CRNA school. The focus should not be how fast you can do it, but to properly prepare yourself for it. I'm not justifying flaming people, but I understand the frustration because of how it reflects on the profession.
The OP wanted to know if they could meet entrance standards based on their plan, simple yes or no answer. If they don't meet the standards set forth by the admin then he cant enter simple enough. If they do not prepare adequately then they will fail miserably just like any other advanced degree. How it reflects on the profession? I don't get it its not like they are falsifying documents, the OP wants to do their time in the ICU. They want to be a BSN that would like to further their degree in the future, how does furthering your degree look bad on a profession?
Some people think BSN should spend like 10 years before moving on to an advanced practice. That's their opinion, does it make sense well maybe to some people. Just like there are people who pick things up fast and those who dont, or those who have great critical thinking skills, data analysis, organic chemistry comprehension, etc etc. We should encourage others to advance their knowledge/ scope of practice/ degree etc etc.
The OP wanted to know if they could meet entrance standards based on their plan, simple yes or no answer. If they don't meet the standards set forth by the admin then he cant enter simple enough. If they do not prepare adequately then they will fail miserably just like any other advanced degree. How it reflects on the profession? I don't get it its not like they are falsifying documents, the OP wants to do their time in the ICU. They want to be a BSN that would like to further their degree in the future, how does furthering your degree look bad on a profession?
Some people think BSN should spend like 10 years before moving on to an advanced practice. That's their opinion, does it make sense well maybe to some people. Just like there are people who pick things up fast and those who dont, or those who have great critical thinking skills, data analysis, organic chemistry comprehension, etc etc. We should encourage others to advance their knowledge/ scope of practice/ degree etc etc.
Sorry, I was not referring to the OP. You mentioned about how on other posts people flamed hopeful CRNAs. I am not suggesting we discourage anyone. I just think there is an attitude that if I do XYZ I will automatically be prepared for a rigorous CRNA program. I have also looked into becoming a CRNA. I also do not tell anyone this because I haven't even finished nursing school yet, how do I even know I will like this at the end? How do I know I will even like critical patients? It seems like an interesting career, but so does working in L&D, ER etc.
I think it is wonderful the OP is thinking about their career goals now, but I think sometimes a reality check is in order. Do I think the people that flame others are giving a reality check? Yes, but they shouldn't be angry that people want to become a CRNA, they should understand that people wanting to go in to CRNA often don't understand that it isn't something everyone can do (or more importantly, sometimes it can't be done in a span of 4 years).
Hopefully this comes across as I am meaning it. I am glad that people want to advance their career, but I think sometimes they are setting themselves up for disappointment when they are setting such a short deadline.
Specializes in ED, Telemetry,Hospice, ICU, Supervisor.
Sorry, I was not referring to the OP. You mentioned about how on other posts people flamed hopeful CRNAs. I am not suggesting we discourage anyone. I just think there is an attitude that if I do XYZ I will automatically be prepared for a rigorous CRNA program. I have also looked into becoming a CRNA. I also do not tell anyone this because I haven't even finished nursing school yet, how do I even know I will like this at the end? How do I know I will even like critical patients? It seems like an interesting career, but so does working in L&D, ER etc.
I think it is wonderful the OP is thinking about their career goals now, but I think sometimes a reality check is in order. Do I think the people that flame others are giving a reality check? Yes, but they shouldn't be angry that people want to become a CRNA, they should understand that people wanting to go in to CRNA often don't understand that it isn't something everyone can do (or more importantly, sometimes it can't be done in a span of 4 years).
Hopefully this comes across as I am meaning it. I am glad that people want to advance their career, but I think sometimes they are setting themselves up for disappointment when they are setting such a short deadline.
I get what you are saying some things maybe up there in lala land where as reality isn't all candy corn and gumdrops. Yeah some people do need a reality check, I mean how many people do you know have said "I'm gonna be a brain surgeon" and many are not the sharpest knife in the drawer. Then again there are people that have what it takes to achieve their goals. I mean RN school isn't exactly a cake walk either.
As for telling peers of wanting to be a CRNA, I have been told by others with MSNs not to tell anyone about career goals until you get accepted to whatever program you want in to. There seems to be this crab mentality at the facilities they work at and maybe it is common in the profession. I mean would not want to catch flack at my workplace because of their opinions about staying in place. Sounds sad I know.
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Not sure if this has been mentioned, but Columbia has a direct entry CRNA program. It's VERY competitive, and you still have to do 1 year of work in an ICU in between your BSN and CRNA, but it's an option.