Garrett1987

Garrett1987 has 5 years experience and specializes in CRNA.

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1. Paying for your program & living expenses

   Garrett1987 replied to aprilfresh's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

   Most of the time Grad plus loans can cover everything. Making a few sacrifices helps a ton. I changed cell phone plans, dropped cable, and bought a cheaper car. One misconception is that if you don't...

2. How's this looking?

   Garrett1987 replied to CaptCrunch's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

   If your first degree is from 10 years ago, and you made A's in micro/A&P's, I would apply. I believe you have a good chance at getting in. You should at least get an interview at a few schools....

3. calling for recent LSU CRNAs

   Garrett1987 replied to hips's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

   I interviewed at LSU and UTHSC in Memphis. I was accepted on the spot during the LSU interview. I turned them down for UTHSC, as it was my first choice. Usually, programs give you anywhere from a week...

4. PRE CRNA

   Garrett1987 replied to jayp213's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

   My advice is get the DNP/DNAP all in one program. If you get a MSN and then a DNP, it will take twice as long and take more money out of your pocket. My DNP is an additional 8 months compared to a...

5. Contemplating CRNA

   Garrett1987 replied to OUxPhys's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

   savings, student loans, spouse has two

6. PRE CRNA

   Garrett1987 replied to jayp213's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

   Programs are not required to become a Doctorate until 2025, but I strongly encourage you to go ahead and apply to doctorate schools. MDA vs CRNA, No one can accurately give you advice on this because...

7. GPA Breakdown?

   Garrett1987 replied to MeiLana's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

   It all depends on the program. Some look at only your latest degree (BSN), others only look at your science GPA, and others look at your total cumulative GPA. Your GPA should be ok especially after...

8. Chances of getting into CRNA school after failing out of an ADN program?

   Garrett1987 replied to Hedgehog25's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

   I suggest 2-4 years experience both for your benefit as a nurse entering the program and to help with the first attempt at nursing school. I would not suggest applying with only 5 months experience....

9. Chances of getting into CRNA school after failing out of an ADN program?

   Garrett1987 replied to Hedgehog25's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

   Truthfully, If you begin the new ADN program and excel, along with excelling in your BSN, you will have no problem getting into a CRNA program. A program director understands that people mature and...

10. Does CRNA school prepare you?

    Garrett1987 replied to kemo1121's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    I agree, the program will leave you prepared to handle your own cases without the assistance/guidance/supervision/direction of another anesthesia provider. You will be competent and skilled to handle...

11. Where did you go to school?

    Garrett1987 replied to Go-GetterRN's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    I'm at the University of Tennessee Health Science Center in Memphis, TN. We are trained to be independent

12. Where did you go to school?

    Garrett1987 replied to Go-GetterRN's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    all-crna-schools.com

13. Buyin house to cut costs?

    Garrett1987 replied to surfnurse311's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    I'd rent a 3-4 bedroom house and have roommates. If you buy, then you are ultimately responsible for the mortgage. If you rent, your roommates can also sign the contract. Also, once you graduate, if...

14. Recommendation Letter after only 1 year?

    Garrett1987 replied to ONE-TWO--'s topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    All good points so far. I personally informed my supervisor/manager on the front end when I was hired that my ultimate goal was CRNA school. We remained transparent in what we wanted and because of...

15. Am I screwed?

    Garrett1987 replied to llamadan's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    While I know everyone is trying to help, telling someone they have zero chance isn't going to encourage anyone into our field. Do your grades make it harder for you to get in? Yes. Does it eliminate...