The Johns Hopkins University School of Nursing CRNA 2024

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Posting this to create a thread for those applying this year to start the DNP nurse anesthesia program at Johns Hopkins in 2024

Hello, Happy New Year everyone! I hope everyone is doing well. 


Has anyone heard anything off the waitlist? Just wondering if there has been any updates.

 

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Specializes in SICU.

For those who got into school, is anyone willing to share their resume as a guide? Please remove any identifying information if doing so. You can email (MODERATOR EDIT OF EMAIL) or share here. Thanks! 

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Flexanesthetist2B said:

For those who got into school, is anyone willing to share their resume as a guide? Please remove any identifying information if doing so. You can email (MODERATOR EDIT OF EMAIL) or share here. Thanks! 

I did not get in to Hopkins but was offered an interview .

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Specializes in PICU.

Soooo, it seems like they are finally reaching out to those who are on the waitlist. I just received an email from them today extending an offer to their program!

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Specializes in ICU.

Congratulations! 

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Flexanesthetist2B said:

For all who got accepted, please share any tips or recommendations you have for prospective applicants. Also,share what you did to stand out. Thanks! 

Similar to @icutitrating, I have 2 years of CVICU experience (CCRN, CSC-CMC), GPA 3.93, research background, took 4 graduate courses (Pathophysiology, Pharmacology, Biostatistics, Research Methods).

 

Other factors in my app:

The acuity of my ICU

- I worked in one of the top CVICUs in the country, so faculty were aware of the acuity of patients we managed

- Programs look at 1) # of years of ICU experience, and 2) quality of your ICU training

- If you don't already, I highly advise working in a Level 1 Trauma Center in an ICU managing high acuity patient and gaining EXTENSIVE experience in invasive hemodynamic monitors, mechanical ventilation, vasoactive infusions, cardiac assist devices, etc.

 

Strong academic background

- In addition to my GPA, grad courses, and critical care certifications, I have a strong science background from my first bio degree (took the core series in bio, chem, math, physics, organic chemistry)

- Graduate courses in Biostatistics and Research Methods were taken at JHU (the courses their SRNAs take), though you don't have to take these exact courses (tuition was expensive, there are other cheaper options)

- Many CRNA programs state on their website which graduate courses they prefer (Statistics, Research Methods, Chemistry, Physics, etc.)

- For any courses you take (grad or undergrad), you should get an A/A+ (a lower grade may hurt you rather than help you)

 

Leadership experience

- In addition to preceptor and committee experience, I have a lot of leadership experience and community work (both in and out of the medical field) during my bio degree and time in research, so I felt comfortable not doing things like being charge or nursing research (but for some programs- like my hospital's- being charge is basically an undisclosed requirement, so do your research!)

- The more leadership experience you have the better, so step up in (and out of) your unit to demonstrate your ability to take on higher levels of responsibilities

 

Research experience

- Though I had years of research experience (biomedical and other), as well as graduate courses in stats and research methods, I also submitted a draft of my doctoral thesis/research proposal

- In ways like this, I did everything I could to set myself apart and demonstrated the strength of my candidacy

 

I was accepted into my top 3 CRNA programs, and I worked hard with the mindset of "Prepare yourself to the level where you're a candidate they cannot refuse.” I maxed out every category of my application, going above and beyond to set myself above other candidates.

- In all of the ways you can make yourself a stronger candidate, do it

- If you have any weaknesses in your application, work on it to where it becomes a strength

 

Getting into a top CRNA program is very competitive, but if you put in the work, it can be achieved. Keep working hard and don't give up! I wish you the best of luck in your application.

  

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Specializes in ICU.
proproctube said:

Similar to @icutitrating, I have 2 years of CVICU experience (CCRN, CSC-CMC), GPA 3.93, research background, took 4 graduate courses (Pathophysiology, Pharmacology, Biostatistics, Research Methods).

 

Other factors in my app:

The acuity of my ICU

- I worked in one of the top CVICUs in the country, so faculty were aware of the acuity of patients we managed

- Programs look at 1) # of years of ICU experience, and 2) quality of your ICU training

- If you don't already, I highly advise working in a Level 1 Trauma Center in an ICU managing high acuity patient and gaining EXTENSIVE experience in invasive hemodynamic monitors, mechanical ventilation, vasoactive infusions, cardiac assist devices, etc.

 

Strong academic background

- In addition to my GPA, grad courses, and critical care certifications, I have a strong science background from my first bio degree (took the core series in bio, chem, math, physics, organic chemistry)

- Graduate courses in Biostatistics and Research Methods were taken at JHU (the courses their SRNAs take), though you don't have to take these exact courses (tuition was expensive, there are other cheaper options)

- Many CRNA programs state on their website which graduate courses they prefer (Statistics, Research Methods, Chemistry, Physics, etc.)

- For any courses you take (grad or undergrad), you should get an A/A+ (a lower grade may hurt you rather than help you)

 

Leadership experience

- In addition to preceptor and committee experience, I have a lot of leadership experience and community work (both in and out of the medical field) during my bio degree and time in research, so I felt comfortable not doing things like being charge or nursing research (but for some programs- like my hospital's- being charge is basically an undisclosed requirement, so do your research!)

- The more leadership experience you have the better, so step up in (and out of) your unit to demonstrate your ability to take on higher levels of responsibilities

 

Research experience

- Though I had years of research experience (biomedical and other), as well as graduate courses in stats and research methods, I also submitted a draft of my doctoral thesis/research proposal

- In ways like this, I did everything I could to set myself apart and demonstrated the strength of my candidacy

 

I was accepted into my top 3 CRNA programs, and I worked hard with the mindset of "Prepare yourself to the level where you're a candidate they cannot refuse.” I maxed out every category of my application, going above and beyond to set myself above other candidates.

- In all of the ways you can make yourself a stronger candidate, do it

- If you have any weaknesses in your application, work on it to where it becomes a strength

 

Getting into a top CRNA program is very competitive, but if you put in the work, it can be achieved. Keep working hard and don't give up! I wish you the best of luck in your application.

  

Hey @proproctube can we share contact info? I have some specific questions about some of the things you mentioned. 

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Hi for those that applied, just wanted to know how strict Johns Hopkins was about organic chem being done within 5 years. thank you 

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AspiringCRNA2025 said:

Hi for those that applied, just wanted to know how strict Johns Hopkins was about organic chem being done within 5 years. thank you 

Look at it this way- 

most applicants will have all of the requirements the school lists, including orgo in under 5 years. All of those would be chosen for interviews over someone who decides to submit with transcripts that don't adhere to their requirements. You can try, but it might be a waste of money and time

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