Hello. I'm a nurse anesthetist with 20 years of experience and 30 years of experience as an RN. For many reasons, I want to transition out of anesthesia. I've always had an interest in teaching however I don't have a Masters In Nursing. My Masters is in Biology (this was the only degree offered by my nurse anesthesia program). Based on my research it seems like it's virtually impossible to secure a BSN teaching position without a MSN. Does anyone know if one can teach at a LPN program without a MSN? At my age (53) going back to school for an additional degree is just not an option. I have considered taking the "simulation course" at Drexel University however I'm not sure how much this would help me. I taught while I was in the military, in grad school and nurse anesthesia students during their clinical rotations etc. however I do not have any FORMAL teaching experience. That being said, in my 30 years I've worked in EVERY clinical setting. In my heart I know I can be an effective nurse educator if given the opportunity. I truly feel I have something to offer the next generation of nurses. I would sincerely appreciate any advice or ideas. Thank you in advance and God Bless.
I am new to this site. I am a CRNA who is also looking for a career change. I also do not has a MSN. Mine is in health care administration. Please keep me posted on your new career path! I hope you find something that makes you really happy!
While I cannot contribute to the CRNA switching careers topic, I am curious as to why, in particular, you have an interest to leave the CRNA profession?
I will be applying to CRNA school this year and I'm very curious to hear your thoughts and reasoning. It would be nice to hear both "sides of the story" as the 3 CRNAs I have shadowed have had NOTHING but great things to say about the profession (which concerns me).
Honestly I do not know how the others feel but I do not like just sitting and staring at a monitor all day. I would like to get out and about to talk to patients. There is a big pressure to rush (turnover times)and there is a level of boredom unless something bad is happening... And then it is very stressful. I got into this profession because I loved ICU and high stress situations. As I get older this is beginning to wear on me. CRNA is a great profession and I am proud that I have accomplished being one. I just feel like it would be more rewarding and less stressful to come up with a plan of care for someone, teach them, and establish a relationship with them rather than being stressed over surgeons and the patient crashing etc. I have found it takes a certain type of person to love being a CRNA and we need those people in the profession. You just have to figure out if you are one of them.
I should also say that I have a lot of stress in my personal life so that may affect my thoughts on changing careers. Just weigh how much stress you can handle.
I know this post is from years ago, but to those who were leaving CRNA, what did you wind up doing? Anyone get an NP job without having to go back to school?
Sleepygirl09
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I am new to this site. I am a CRNA who is also looking for a career change. I also do not has a MSN. Mine is in health care administration. Please keep me posted on your new career path! I hope you find something that makes you really happy!