I've been a CRNA for 13 yeas, and over the past several our raises have been very low and we aren't getting bonuses anymore. When I started demand was greater than supply and it's switched - there are som many more CRNAs than when I started- also AAs are becoming legal in several states and will make competition stiffer and then our slalaries will decrease. I've been looking for another opportunity for a Plan B. I found a great opportunity as a consultant and it's awesome because I can make good money and am building my business so that I am able to quit and do it full time. It's also appealing to me because I will have control of my schedule, finances, and future instead of someone else.