Working in the GI Lab, Hoping to Become CRNA in the Future

[zhapatoot]

I am a recent New Grad who was fortunate enough to find a job within a month of passing boards. When an opportunity to be trained mainly as a full-time GI Lab RN, with cross training in the Cath Lab, OR, and Recovery came along, I couldn't believe it and took the job with no hesitation.

I have ALWAYS wanted to become an OR nurse, and eventually a CRNA. However, after reading over some CRNA school prerequisites, I can't help but feel that I may not be competent enough to be accepted into a CRNA program if I stay in the GI Lab, considering most programs want ICU experience.

My plan is to transition from being a GI Lab nurse into an OR nurse within a year or two. So my question is: Do I have a chance at becoming a CRNA if I become an OR nurse, or should I switch to an ICU floor?

[zhapatoot]

Realized I should've posted this in Aesthetics Nursing. Please disregard.

[crichards00]

YES. All CRNA programs require 1-2 years (more is better) of critical care experience. They want to see SICU and MICU experience. Some programs may accept ER or NICU. If CRNA is your goal, get into the ICU ASAP!