brookalyn BSN, RN

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Hi all! I remember how helpful it would have been to have something like this when I was applying for schools. I've been in a great resource group on facebook, "I.C.U. Dreaming About Anesthesia", and I realized others could benefit from a nice visual...

Yes. I was accepted before completing the chem requirement. The only caveat was that I needed to have the course completed prior to starting the program. When in doubt, don’t be afraid to reach out and ask the program.

So, you're GPA isn't the greatest. You've done some work, and that's awesome! Obviously, a school took interest and offered an interview. You do not need to give up. Especially if this is what you want to do! Did you ask what would have set you apart...

Each school will calculate grades differently. If you retook a class, some replace the grades, some keep both grades, and others may average the grade (so if you got a C first, then made an A, they'll give you a B). Some focus on the last 60 hours or...

I'm trying to see who else is applying to Newman University's program this cycle since I haven't seen a thread yet. How's it going? I am nervous! ? I've heard they are competitive and the interview is tough. Additionally, if you have been to their in...

Hello! I love your enthusiasm. It is possible for you to get there. I don't think there is anything wrong with planning. ? Just be prepared to be flexible, you know? Life happens. 1. If I were you, I would pick out 3-5 schools you could see you...

It depends on the program! There are definitely schools that accept non-BSN applicant. You just have to search for them.

Any ICU with a lot of ventilators and titratable meds is where you want to be! It is a myth that you must have CVICU to get into CRNA school. A medical, surgical, or trauma ICU can give you a lot of experience as well if you have those opportunities....

I applied to four schools, accepted to two and offered an interview at another. I was considering applying to a fifth, but they straight up told me they did not consider my current travel experience as "real ICU" experience. Even though I was taking ...

I can't get into nitty-gritty detail like I want because they have you sign a NDA, but I'll tell you how I prepped for my CRNA schools interviews (including TexWes) last cycle. I was accepted. -Know the type of patients you get (9/10 any committee wi...

I’d have to disagree, schools accept neonatal because they believe those applicants are up for the task. I would assume there is a learning curve on the adult patients though. No, not every school accepts ER/Cath lab, but that’s why I said some do ?

I think this is great advice. I’d piggy back to say, find some leadership opportunities. This could mean unit/hospital policy and involvement. Research. Precepting. Charge nurse. You may not have all of those opportunities as a baby nurse, but the co...

Some schools will take “recent” ICU experience, as in you can get out of critical care and do something else, but every school is different on what they mean. I think your chances would be better staying in the ICU ?

They are looking for critical-care experience such as Cardiovascular ICU, Medical ICU, Surgical ICU, Trauma ICU, Neuro ICU, etc. Some take Neonatal ICU, Pediatric ICU, Cath lab, ER, or flight experience. I have not heard of a school accepting long te...

Hi! I am starting next month as well. We have a savings that we are keeping for emergencies. We plan on living on my husband’s paycheck month to month. We decided to do the Discover Health Professionals Loan and forego federal loans. Advice given to ...

Hi! Valid concern. I’m starting school next month! My husband and I made it a personal goal to pay off all other debts. I did travel & local agency contracts, as well as a lot of overtime to accomplish this. Some people can pay for school doing t...

I did get the March one. I was thinking it probably has something to do with her family too. If you are looking for more resources for CRNA programs, I highly recommend joining the facebook group "ICU Dreaming About Anesthesia". It has a ton of resou...

Having the same issue!! I emailed her back as well, and nothing... I thought it was just me. LOL

Are you trying to go back to school? If I were you, I would focus on the CCRN and then "add-ons" such as the CMC or CSC (if you do open hearts). You can also get your TCRN if you work with trauma ICU patients. If you are wanting to go to CRNA school,...

That makes sense to me. I obtained my experience in MICU/SICU mostly and it was awesome. Our patients' problems were almost always multi-system. I felt like this was important because so many patients will come into the OR with multiple co-morbiditie...

Generally, most people come from surgical, medical, or cardiac ICUs. There are others that qualify for schools, each CRNA program has a list of critical care experience they will accept. Some even take NICU experience.

No matter if you're a new RN grad, been away from the bedside, etc., you should probably start in an ICU under a preceptorship or new grad residency. This is where they will take you under their wings and teach you ICU RN skills while at the bedside....

I think you’re off to a great start with CCRN material. I’ll list examples from my two interviews, which resulted in two acceptances. Most of all, be honest and explain what you do know. “I do not know the answer, but if I were to think about it, thi...

Thank you so much for your reply!! I think I need to relax a little bit and embrace the loans for now ha. I like how you said there is already too much stress without worrying about the $. You’ve been very helpful. ⭐️