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yep, I took the UNE chem 1010 as a pre-req to my CNRA program that I'm starting this fall and it was difficult! I pretty much studied an average of 10-14 hours a week to get an A. I thought I was going to be one of those classes that I crammed for the mid-term and final....nope I was wrong!

Thanks for the info! The paycheck is nice, but I'm more excited about anesthesia in general. Working my whole career in acute care and surgery as a NP has taught me a lot....but I'm excited to focus on anesthesia now. Thanks for all the advice!

I already got into a CRNA program, I start this August. I want both NP and CRNA, more options. Thanks for all your input!

Thanks for the advice.....I totally agree more student loans sucks...but will be worth it.

Thanks for the advice....I turned down the job. It was 40 hours a week plus required OT whenever they need me to finish a case...plus call every 4th night....averaging 2-3 hearts a day. Impossible to know if I can pick up my kid from day care. I'm going the CRNA route. Will be worth it in the long run.

Thanks for the input...to clairfy i would be making a good salary as a NP/RNFA but working long hours 40 hours put OT and call...

I would just be in CT surgery. No admitting/H&P's.....Yeah I'm just afraid I'll be treated like a RNFA and work up to 80 hours a week in OT and call. CRNA seems more up my alley but more loans. Thanks for the input.

Hello, I need help....I am a NP which 5 years of acute care experience with a great hospital. I applied to an amazing CRNA program...got in and put in my notice at my job for July 8th. The reason I decided to go the CRNA route is better pay and better hours. I would like to have a family within 2-3 years. Two weeks ago I was head hunted by this amazing hospital for a NP/RNFA job with an amazing cardiothoracic program. I interviewed and they offered me a position with a great salary... (with OT and call around 165-175k). But....I would be working a ton and it's an intense job. So, what is the best move... CRNA program vs. NP/RNFA position with cardiothoracic team. Thanks for all your input!!!

Hey, did you hear back from Georgetown?

Thanks, I'm pretty sure they haven't reached out to people for interviews yet. I applied by Sept 1, and didn't hear back until end of October...and didn't interview till Nov. So I'm pretty sure they are just taking their time....never fun to be waiting thou.

I would call Georgetown. They haven't contacted a lot of people still...when did you submit your application? Good luck, let me know any questions you have.

So I think that's just one clinical question....and a very easy one at that :)

Sounds like they should be notifying you soon. I had two clinical questions. I am a NP and they asked me obviously why am I now deciding to become a CRNA. Also, they asked what would I do if a patient's 02 sats were dropping.....and when I made a clinical mistake and what did I do to fix it. Keep me updated and good luck! I'm excited to start the program this fall, sounds like a great time Shoot me an email with any further [email protected]

Ok, I would call them and ask what the timing is for interviews and what not. Good luck!!!

Email and the second week of December :) are you going to GT as well?