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 SRNA

   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 have enough from the grad plus then you can get a ...

2. How's this looking?

   Garrett1987 replied to CaptCrunch's topic in SRNA

   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. Some programs only go off of your most recent degree...

3. calling for recent LSU CRNAs

   Garrett1987 replied to hips's topic in SRNA

   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 to a month to decide to attend the program. If th...

4. PRE CRNA

   Garrett1987 replied to jayp213's topic in SRNA

   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 MSN. If I were to get an MSN and then go for DNP, tha...

5. Contemplating CRNA

   Garrett1987 replied to OUxPhys's topic in SRNA

   savings, student loans, spouse has two jobs.

6. PRE CRNA

   Garrett1987 replied to jayp213's topic in SRNA

   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 we are all nurses doing CRNA. We do not know what ...

7. GPA Breakdown?

   Garrett1987 replied to MeiLana's topic in SRNA

   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 you complete your BSN if you continue to make A's an...

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

   Garrett1987 replied to Hedgehog25's topic in SRNA

   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. Most schools require you to have 1 year experience ...

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

   Garrett1987 replied to Hedgehog25's topic in SRNA

   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 that mistakes are made. If you can show that you've ...

10. Does CRNA school prepare you?

    Garrett1987 replied to kemo1121's topic in SRNA

    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 everything that comes your way. If you put everyth...

11. Where did you go to school?

    Garrett1987 replied to Go-GetterRN's topic in SRNA

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

12. Where did you go to school?

    Garrett1987 replied to Go-GetterRN's topic in SRNA

    all-crna-schools.com

13. Buyin house to cut costs?

    Garrett1987 replied to surfnurse311's topic in SRNA

    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 you get a job out of state you definitely don't wan...

14. Recommendation Letter after only 1 year?

    Garrett1987 replied to ONE-TWO--'s topic in SRNA

    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 that I did not have any problems with getting the le...

15. Am I screwed?

    Garrett1987 replied to llamadan's topic in SRNA

    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 you from getting in? No. So what, your transcript w...