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Has anyone applied to Geisinger/Bloomsburg nurse anesthesia program for next fall start?

I'm sure you know that to qualify for the exam you must reach a minimal amount of ICU hours before applying, 1750 hours in two years with 875 hours accrued in the most recent year. Once you apply, you have 90 days to test, max. For me, I have been an...

cticunurse, I get cold feet as well. I also have two young children at home and am fearful of putting parenting on the back burner. They are only little once, and I'm scared to miss all the important events for the next three years. I obviously want ...

Did anyone get into the program? I'm looking for fellow classmates.

I've been working almost eight years. Saved up most of our money by building our own home and gaining equity out of it to buy a cheaper home outright for school, also additional money in the bank, plus downgrading vehicles, etc.

I called the school while I was applying and asked when their interview dates would be so I could schedule time off accordingly. They seemed to like that I was planning ahead.

I honestly do not think the prestigious name of a program matters. I always wondered myself, why would a student attend Stanford University to get a BSN? Are they going to come out and make more money than me? No, they just have a larger educational ...

Where have the Clarkson SRNA students been taking their research class? The other students told me the same thing at the interview.

I got waitlisted. I have no idea how many applicants they waitlist. I wish they'd give us a number. I have been accepted to another program prior to my interview, but attended the interview to keep my options open. We will see if I get offered a spot...

I'm pretty sure all bedside nurses in my facility must have and maintain ACLS/PALS or ENPC certification.

Who decides patient assignments? If you honestly feel like you are receiving the most difficult patients EVERY shift and that other staff members constantly have easier patients, say something to your manager/supervisor. Even though you are new, if y...

I've been accepted to Bloomsburg and will start in the fall. Some programs that I looked into, I'd have to retake a science class so it's within the 5 year mark. Others require science classes that I never needed for my BSN. Some schools have A LOT o...

To add on to my post, if you know what you want to do and are certain about becoming a CRNA, take your CCRN once you are eligible (around one year of experience.) Then, shadow a CRNA and start applying at the year mark because you will have two years...

It is hard to answer this question, because I disagree with the above poster. I got accepted to a program and I believe my broad experience in a general ICU assisted me to answer any and all questions in their interview. They did not care at all abou...

I thought I'd just update this post a little bit since there isn't much information about this program online. The interview day consists of three separate interviews with the directors individually, a simulation, and a one page essay. All of the qu...

I am!

I would think so, but I can't give you an exact answer. All you can do is try. Go for it!

emb92250, sent you a PM!

Congratulations! Clarkson is my number one choice! The deadline was last week for next year start. I'm hoping to get an interview. How was the process for you?

Current SRNA students: How many hours per week do you spend focused on school, including clinicals and call?

In researching CRNA schools, I'm wondering if anyone knows specifically why some programs are longer than others? Why should I choose a 33 month masters program instead of a 36 month doctorates? Or a 33 month masters over a 28 month masters? What ar...

Mslam02, did you get an interview?

Thank you for specifics! I understand that every program is different but I'm trying to gauge the reality of it all in regards to a family/school balance.

I am female and have a 20 month old and a 4 year old. My biggest fear is managing CRNA and a family, but as you can see, people do it! I think if you want to have a baby, have a baby! My friend had a baby in the middle of CRNA school and she managed....

mslam02,Yes! I received an email yesterday for an interview. I am just trying to figure out logistics of how to how make it out to PA on short notice. How about you? Have you heard much about the program? I have not. I have a friend that is a CRNA in...