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    How Do You Choose a Specialty?

    CRNA School Prep Academy replied to Smwill2901's topic in General Specialties

    Just wanted to say- LOVE the advice in this thread. Find a good Preceptor/Mentor and let your specialty "find you" after exploring! Way to
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    New Grad In CVICU

    CRNA School Prep Academy replied to xagx's topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    Agree with what others have said about advanced hemodynamics, vents, vasoactives, and not sleeping on coagulopathy and TEG. Trauma CTICU is a gold mine for CRNA prep if you are intentional about what...
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    CRNA applications processing - 2026

    CRNA School Prep Academy replied to Lovely Brown's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    We're with you, @Lovely Brown 🙌 Have you narrowed down the schools you're planning on applying to? We offer a ton of helpful resources including this free 8 Step Guide that outlines...
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    Nursing School-TX assitance for 12th graded

    CRNA School Prep Academy replied to Aishwarya Guggilla's topic in Texas Nursing

    Hi Aishwarya, That's a great question, and it's wonderful that your son is already thinking ahead about becoming a CRNA. The process takes time and planning, especially with visa considerations,...
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    Chances of getting into CRNA school if undergraduate school wasn't great?

    CRNA School Prep Academy replied to Brianna Twumasi's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    Hi Brianna, You're definitely not alone in feeling that way. Many CRNA students didn't have a perfect start academically but still made it happen with a strong plan. What matters most is showing...
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    A few questions about the nurse career

    CRNA School Prep Academy replied to rumeli's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Hi Rumelia, I think it's wonderful that you're exploring nursing so early. I'm a CRNA (Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist), and while my work is a bit different from bedside nursing, it still...
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    Ursuline College CRNA program - January 2027 start

    CRNA School Prep Academy replied to BadassaspiringSRNA's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    Cheering you all
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    CRNA School and Working Question

    CRNA School Prep Academy replied to MexicanFNP's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    CRNA programs are all DNP/DNAP now; there are a few hybrid ones! Ursuline College with SNAP and Ohio State University come to mind as being options to explore. It'd be tough to work during clinicals...
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    PACU or Pre-OP

    CRNA School Prep Academy replied to Toaster12's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    Hey Toaster! Congrats on your CRNA school acceptance! That's a HUGE accomplishment and we're sending you a big, virtual high-five! Quick tip-- PLEASE confirm with your program before leaving the...
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    Vanderbilt University CRNA Program - April 2026 start

    CRNA School Prep Academy replied to CVICU96's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    Cheering you on! You GOT
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    CRNA Advice

    CRNA School Prep Academy replied to Nrseisme's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    Hey there, First of all—you are definitely not cooked. 😅 I just want to say how much I respect your transparency and thoughtfulness. That alone already puts you ahead of the curve. So let's...
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    Do CRNA schools care where you went to school for your BSN?

    CRNA School Prep Academy replied to rainey246's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    Correct! Double check that the accreditation for the aBSN program meets the requirements for the CRNA school(s) you're interested in and ensure it's not a pass/fail program. You got this...
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    CRNA after FNP

    CRNA School Prep Academy replied to msesay91's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    Have you shadowed a CRNA? If you can get a couple shadowing sessions in, this would help you determine if CRNA is truly your
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    SRNA and/or CRNA - Information for Future School Applicants

    CRNA School Prep Academy replied to SRNA Mentor's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    You're in a strong position already, and the fact that you're looking ahead to 2026 gives you plenty of time to polish anything that still needs work. Your science GPA is competitive (3.8 is...
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    SRNA and/or CRNA - Information for Future School Applicants

    CRNA School Prep Academy replied to SRNA Mentor's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    You're on a solid and realistic path. Your GPA is competitive (especially that 3.83 science GPA), and having ~1.4–1.5 years of ICU experience at the time of application with >2 years by...
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    CRNA Application Advice

    CRNA School Prep Academy replied to EyeSeeYou3's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    Hey there! Those are strong stats-- curious about how your resume and personal statement look? Remember, it's not *always* all about stats! And Interview Prep needs to be starting now, while...
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    Vanderbilt University CRNA Program - April 2026 start

    CRNA School Prep Academy replied to CVICU96's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    LOVE that-- Maybe it is!! Stop by our booth to say hello and grab your scavenger hunt form, we'll be at booth #710 during the expo. Have a GREAT time! Cheers to your
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    Medical school to CRNA

    CRNA School Prep Academy replied to Humoyun Musaev's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    Hey there — first, major kudos to you for the comeback after that F! One F doesn't define your whole story. Be ready to address that F honestly in your application/essay (and possibly in an...
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    Job Quandary

    CRNA School Prep Academy replied to RATMLPN's topic in Nursing Career

    Hey there, first off — huge congrats on your upcoming ADN graduation! That's such a big step, especially with the incredible experience you already bring to the table. 💪 You're clearly not a...
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    CRNA after FNP

    CRNA School Prep Academy replied to msesay91's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    I will say this-- if you've got a passion for CRNA, you should go for it! There's quite a few nurses who go for CRNA after NP; check out DavidWarrenNP on social, he's shared his journey from NP...
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    CRNA Application Advice

    CRNA School Prep Academy replied to EyeSeeYou3's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    Pipsy gave great advice in her reply-- 40 hours of shadowing is excellent and I'd recommend you consider putting your efforts into other aspects of her advice she shared. How's the acuity at...
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    Vanderbilt University CRNA Program - April 2026 start

    CRNA School Prep Academy replied to CVICU96's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    Are you referring to info on NTI? You can learn more about it here if so: https://www.aacn.org/conferences-and-events/nti Cheers to your
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    Advice on Advancing in Nursing

    CRNA School Prep Academy replied to Smwill2901's topic in Nursing Career

    This was incredible advice, thank you for
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    Vanderbilt University CRNA Program - April 2026 start

    CRNA School Prep Academy replied to CVICU96's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    The new Vanderbilt program will be participating in our Scavenger Hunt at NTI this year-- they will have a booth! If anyone is going, it'll be a great time to chat with program faculty. Cheering you...
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    Work requirements to apply for CRNA school

    CRNA School Prep Academy replied to Caitlyn Vinson's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    Your best bet is to contact the program(s) you're interested in--- some schools accept PRN experience HOWEVER-- It's great you've got 6 years under your belt, that's very competitive- but...