Go for it! I too was accepted to Albany Med's NA program for this fall and have a little over 1.5 yrs PICU/adult ICU experience. I have read many threads on this subject from those I have come to...
I have worked both Adult ICU and most recently PICU, and I feel that both have something to add to your CRNA application. First, and foremost I would consult the program you are interested in. They...
Hey Craig, Your blog will always be great, and there for you to come back to if you choose. You have inspired me to start my own blogwww.anestat46.blogspot.com I only have a few entries to date, but...
Hello, My advice is do not get caught up in the status game. I know we live in a very superficial world at times, but the factors that matter in this situation relate to the quality of the course....
Hello All, How are you all financing CRNA school? Will loans cover the entire entire bill (tuition, books, living expenses ets). Has anyone signed with any hospitals while in school? How about...
Hello, I just completed an informational interview an I was encouraged to ask any questions pertaining to their program, including those involving the admissions process. I found out how they...
Hello All, As many of you know the CRNA application process is rigorous to say the least. I am proud to consider myself exceptionally anal( like many applicants) in this process; garnering all...
One thing you can do is ask when they need a decision by. This varies, some schools give you a month and others a week. In the former situation you may be able to wait out a decision at your 1st...
DIVER CRNA replied to biscuit_007's topic in PICU, Pediatric
Hello, My name is jeff and I am a PICU nurse at Dartmouth -Hitchcock medical center, NH. I am relatively new to the unit in hope to gain critical care experience necessary for CRNA schooling. We...
When I apply to anesthesia school next year it will be 5.5-6 years since my last chemistry course. Many programs dictate a chemistry (organic)course in the last 5 years. I majored in biochemistry...
I agree with choice of a larger level one trauma center for your ICU exposure, it truly will be more comprehensive. Most importantly, I believe you should consider the training (preceptorship,...
Doug, I clearly understand your question as I come from the opposite perspective. My undergraduate education focuses in the sciences, biochemistry specifically. To reply to your question regarding...