Thomas Jefferson University Nurse Anesthesia Program starting Jan. 2016

Home Health Columnist / Guide · Apr 13, 2015

Congrats on entering this program. Students there are active in SRNA association--great program.

Ferndale3 · May 2, 2015

I 1st yr SRNA at Jeff, I would wait until you get your clinical site location. A lot of the students live in Center City since it is so close to campus. One piece of advice, practice large bore IVs on your patients before you come (16g's) haha

btrotter · May 6, 2015

How soon after your interview did you get notification of your acceptance? Thanks

Ferndale3 · May 7, 2015

2 weeks

gaspasser2b · May 7, 2015

How soon after your interview did you get notification of your acceptance? Thanks

I found out unofficially during the interview. I received my official acceptance email within 2 days. Although, they did tell me the email could take up to 2 weeks.

gaspasser2b · May 7, 2015

I 1st yr SRNA at Jeff, I would wait until you get your clinical site location. A lot of the students live in Center City since it is so close to campus. One piece of advice, practice large bore IVs on your patients before you come (16g's) haha

Lol thanks! I've been asking all the nurses in my unit to let me start their IVs! Were you from the area? Or did you move from out of state? The director told me she would let me know my clinical site in Oct./Nov. so I guess I will wait until then to pick a spot to live. Are you happy with the program thus far?

Iamansrna · May 15, 2015

Hi gaspasser2b,

congrats on getting in, do you mind sharing your interview experience, what questions they asked? Thanks in advance.

gaspasser2b · May 15, 2015

Hi gaspasser2b,
congrats on getting in, do you mind sharing your interview experience, what questions they asked? Thanks in advance.

Thank you! My interview was via Skype with the director and 2 other anesthesia faculty members. There were just a few clinical questions related to my speciality area and patient population/acuity. Other questions focused on why I was choosing CRNA and what preparatory measures I've taken to ensure my success throughout the program (finances, living arrangements, familiarity with the Philly area, etc...). Overall, it was laid back and the faculty made me comfortable throughout the process. At the end, they told me I was accepted and would be receiving my official acceptance letter within 2 weeks.

Are you planning to apply?

Iamansrna · May 15, 2015

Thank you! My interview was via Skype with the director and 2 other anesthesia faculty members. There were just a few clinical questions related to my speciality area and patient population/acuity. Other questions focused on why I was choosing CRNA and what preparatory measures I've taken to ensure my success throughout the program (finances, living arrangements, familiarity with the Philly area, etc...). Overall, it was laid back and the faculty made me comfortable throughout the process. At the end, they told me I was accepted and would be receiving my official acceptance letter within 2 weeks.
Are you planning to apply?

Thanks for the quick reply. I already applied, I have my interview scheduled for Wednesday the 20th of May. I am super excited. Hopeful to start spring of 16 as well.

gaspasser2b · May 15, 2015

Thanks for the quick reply. I already applied, I have my interview scheduled for Wednesday the 20th of May. I am super excited. Hopeful to start spring of 16 as well.

Well best of luck! Hope to see you in January! Are you from the area?

Iamansrna · May 19, 2015

Thanks alot, I am from Nevada. Will let you know how it goes.