Reality: What are my chances?

[tinderbox]

Okay here's the deal:

A&P- I got C's

Patho- got a B

Chemistry- A, B, and C

Pharm- B

My overall nursing gpa - 3.53.

Just graduated so haven't had the ICU experience yet.

Now I need you guys to be honest with me-- should I give up on the whole pursuing the CRNA route idea?????? Be brutal, please!! I need opinions from those who have been there, especially. Thank you !!!!

[darienblythe79]

have you even taken your board exam?

[Phishininau]

I would think that at the very least you need to turn those C's into B's.

[tinderbox]

Yes, I am currently working as an RN in a large teaching hospital, doing med-surg/tele float pool. I like it a lot (most days) although, as a new grad (although, not quite as "new" anymore- graduated in June), things can still sometimes feel overwhelming.

[darienblythe79]

First things first, get into a high acuity ICU.

[BGRNNY]

You may need to take other classes as requirements for the respective programs you wish to pursue (ie., physics)...prove yourself by ace-ing any classes you need to take and rock the GRE. Re-taking classes will also prove that you are motivated and that your study habits have improved. Most of us have undergrad indescretions we'd love to go back and erase now that our level of maturity has grown...Experience and reccomendations will weigh heavily also. Get into a high acuity ICU and stay involved...make the most of the experiences...If you really want to do this you'll do what it takes...I was in the same boat and have my personal interview later this month...

[jenniek]

You will not be asked to interview unless you get into a high acuity ICU. As far as grades, it depends on the other applicants. It will be relative to their GPA, GRE, interview skills. One year will change to the next. Start applying to ICU now, though. You will need at least a year in ICU.

Jennie

[Focker, CRNA]

My overall GPA from college is 2.994. I am starting CRNA school in January, so I would not reccomend giving up. Do well on your GRE, get good ICU experience, get your CCRN or other certification, and take a tough class and ace it to show you mean business. Worked for me.

[Lucy54]

Never give up on something you really want. It may take a little longer than you had hoped, but it's still an obtainable goal. Re-take those C classes, and get into an ICU ASAP. In the meantime, set up an appt. to meet with the director of the programs you hope to apply to. Ask questions about their program, it's requirements, length of study, classes you'll be taking, etc. This is just a really good way to get your face recognized prior to interviewing. They'll remember your face and know that this is something you've thought long and hard about and really want. Good Luck.

[kcwolf200]

Sent you a private message.