mredlin

I will be finishing up with my BSN in the spring of 2012. In the mean time, I was wondering if anyone had any recommendations on how I can make myself more marketable for applying to a CRNA program. I have been working as a RN on a cardiac and stroke unit (IMCU) for the past 5 months. My plan is to find a ICU position hopefully this summer. My GPA so far is a 3.98 and that is with taking more difficult electives such as a year of inorganic, organic, biochemistry, and Physics. I have also been the active vice president of our nursing organization at my school which has been involved in many community projects and fundraisers. I also have a degree in dental hygiene. I am trying to think of other ways that I can enhance my application when I decide to apply. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated! Thank You!!:)

Because of the prerequisites laid out by these programs, what choice do you have? Wanting to become a CRNA is not ditching the nursing profession. They have the same goals as any RN out there and that is to provide the best care for their patients. I have been throwing around the idea of becoming an CRNA myself. I currently work on a cardiac and stroke unit (IMCU). I enjoy what I do but CRNA is more appealing to me. Unfortunately these programs do require that ICU experience.