The Fastest Way to Become a CRNA!
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I am a wife, mom and CRNA (certified registered nurse anesthetist). I went to nursing school to get my ADN, started working and then went back for my BSN. I was a travel nurse for 2 years before starting CRNA school. I loved travel nursing so much but I also love anesthesia so I went back to school to become a CRNA. Fitness is a huge part of my life. I've competed in powerlifting and Crossfit. We are vegan because we are both huge animal lovers. We are also foster parents (awaiting the adoption of our daughter)!
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Favorite nurse on youtube! Glad I found this channel, thank you!
Awe thank you!
Imagine knowing this is what you want and immediately starting the process after high school. You'd be done and making $200k at 26 years old. I wish I knew what I was doing at 18 lol
I know, right?! I was lost when I was 18 😂 a girl in my class graduated at 26.
@@TheSchoellerFamily how old were you when you graduated?
I'm an RN. I could of graduated CRNA school this year at the ripe age of 26, however I got a job at the VA instead of going straight to the ICU and it opened up my eyes to other possibilities. Sure it would be easier to have my CRNA younger and only 2 years of college but then I wouldn't have known that the Army can pay for my entire CRNA program and I can be potentially debt free...my 2 cents ,✌️
@@BilboTBaggins don’t you have to work for them once you become a CRNA? You’ll also be earning less during that time.
@@thots_be_gone54 it’s a five year commitment. Yes you make about 100k, significantly less than civilian pay. Think of it as being US government property
If you’re looking to switch to nursing from a different college degree/ background check out accelerated programs! Currently in one and love it!
Hi! ADN to BSN was discussed, but not on written "path". Can you please clarify this? Thank you. Also, do you feel Critical Care nursing is more or less stressful than your job now? You are exceptionally good at explaining things, and I love your channel!!
In years 4-5 while getting ICU experience, you’re simultaneously in a program for one year getting BSN. RN-BSN
I’m 19, getting ready to start my BSN nursing program this fall. This program is 5 semesters, so hopefully I can apply to CRNA school after this, if I decide on this. I’m looking at either NP school or CRNA school
unfortunately i think they are increasing the schooling years in 2025
Hi Rhianna, thank you for this video. I am a nursing student in my second year in Canada. I am interested in becoming a CRNA but unfortunately, that doesn’t exist in Canada, so only anesthesiologists run the show. I hope to move to the USA immediately I’m done with my program. I have a few questions:
1. Do you know what the acceptance rate for people coming from Canada is or is it only American citizens they accept?
2. Do schools accept icu travel nursing experience? I have been browsing through some schools and didn’t see if schools would accept it.
I am in paramedic school and from it I’m thinking of taking the bridge course into nursing to do CRNA
First!
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Aren’t CRNA programs mandated to transition into a 4 year program? And the new title will be “DNAP” ?
Yes, instead of the regular 8 years for a master's degree its now 9 years for a DNAP they also have to go thru it for those who have a masters degree perhaps i'm wrong about that last part. lol
@@PrincePalmUwU ? the crna masters program is 2-3 years depending on the program. its 4 years for your bachelors and 2-3 to get your CRNA license. if they transition all programs to 4 years, the total amount of time would now be 8 years whereas it was 6-7 before.
@@Gam3r5t93 ah, okay like I've mention I could be wrong 😅 thanks ❤️
Do CRNA schools accept international students directly from home country?
@@isaacasamoah6746 they should as long as you meet all the prerequisite criteria!
Straight to the point! Thank you
You're welcome!
Hi i absolutely love your channel, I just graduated high school and I’m going to start the prerequisites this fall, i was reading and I seen that I need to get my bsn before i get into CRNA school, so what i was going to do was do 4 years and go straight for my bsn, I’m just a little confused, so your saying that its faster to get my adn, and then get ICU experience while doing a 1 year RN to BSN program?
Do you do the prerequisites at a college?
Am an international RN interested in CRNA nay advice
im currently a rising senior in highschool looking to become a CRNA but I'm still a bit confused. by year 1, do you mean freshman year as an undergrad?
What about LP to RN to CRNA?
i am finishing up my 4 yr BSN at nyu in may. no icu experience, 3.4 gpa. do i still have ac hance?
Can u pls say how can a international student do crna program from bsc nursing (BSN) which is done in thier country
Crna school without bachelor in nursing?😮
For years 4 and 5 are there other options besides working in the ICU ? any outpatient centers would qualify or is it specific to the school?
what if. I am non traditional meaning i have my bachelors and master's degree in non nursing but as an undergrad I was premed student and took all nursing prereques. It's so mich research and found there are MSN entry program for non nursing degrees howver it's 2 years , I don't want to waste any time and money and wnt to go straight to specialize in a CRNA program. are there programs for my situation thx
Can one get into CRNA school if they haven't done physical Science but done Life Science during High School ?
I just started nursing school so if all goes to plan I could be a crna by 32. Is that age ideal or too late?
There’s no ideal age to have your goals come a reality. Your going to be 32 years young is how you have to look at it. There most likely people who pursue CRNA at a way older age and they still go for it because that’s what they want to do lol
I agree with the comment above!
I'll be 36 this year when I start nursing school; transitioning from an engineering background. Never too late and can't wait to be a CRNA!
@@johngomez7118 im deciding between computer engineering or crna what made you switch over to pursue nursing?
@@najat4339 My fiance is a CRNA so that's been extremely helpful to understand the journey. I've never felt fulfilled in my engineering job or now in Business Development/Sales. At the end of the day, my fiance is serving others and making a difference in their lives. At the end of my day, I helped a corporation make more money and if they lay me off it's like I never existed there.
Plus the pay is extremely well in CRNA jobs. You're in high demand everywhere. Your hours are flexible. It's just a great job all around.
The doctors she works with day-to-day (surgeons and anesthesiologists) all say the same thing: "I SHOULD HAVE BEEN A CRNA".
It’s not that hard if you love pharmaceuticals and chemotherapy math
I’m on week 3 of my nursing school! It’s already stressful but I’m determined!!! 🙏
What courses are you taking?
What courses are you taking
@DrE38 @soniaTizol I’m taking mental health and patho. In 4 weeks I’m starting beginning med surg, OB and pharm.
Oh god. How discouraging 😂🤣
How much do you pay?
I’m excited!!!! I’ve been a CNA for 6yrs and finally finished my prereqs and got my name in the nursing program pool. Now I have two classes left for coreq’s before I can apply for a CEP program to get my BSN.
How exciting I would go thru CNA myself so I can have an idea, I wish you luck! CRNA SQUAD!!! haha
Week 3 of nursing school here! I thought it would take forever to get to this point but it’s flown by already! Love your videos! Hoping things go smoothly and I’m making the transition to CRNA school within 5 years!!!
I wish I had some guidance in high school. I'm 26 now and have my LPN, but it's never too late.
How do you get an LPN?
@@gtarules1I live in NY, so the process could be different depending on what state you live in. I went to an adult education school in my area and did a 2 year part time program. Once I graduated, I took my NCLEX-PN and paid for my license for NYS.
@@nobunuggets9088 you are still young
Agree, its never too late even if you're in your 30's you're still young so no worries
I can’t tell you enough how rewarding it has been following your journey. It definitely encourages me to continue studying for where I want to be. And that no matter what I can keep going.
I got accepted into nursing school and I have been watching your videos throughout and just wanted to share the happy news.
Congrats!!!
CONGRATULATIONS 🥳🎊💕 Thank you for sharing your incredibly exciting news with me! That is awesome 💫
I’ve been all over the place with what I want for my career. From OB/GYN PA, to Neonatal Nurse, to NP, to Nurse Midwife, to Anesthesiologist and now to CRNA as well. I currently hold my BS in Health sciences and I’m in a dilemma. I’m extremely interested in both babies&Women’s Health AND Anesthesiology, and I’ve told myself that if I settle for one or the other, I’ll probably be content, however, the thought of settling with just one doesn’t sit well with me. Hypothetically speaking, if I were to become a CNM and later decide that I want to go back to school become a CRNA, will I be able to work as a CNM and CRNA at the same time since I’m certified in both roles, assuming scheduling works out? Or would I have to choose to stick to one?
Hi you can be a labor & deliver CRNA
@@Journeywithjayda1111 hello Ma'am I have done BSc nursing from Bangalore and I also having 1 year ICU experience and now I trying to come UK as a RN there is any chance to get CRNA course for me?
@@fitnessclub5840 I'm also like that, I'm now studying in Bangalore [Bsc (n)]and i want to become a Crna.
do we have to complete masters in nursing for becoming CRNA ?
All CRNA programs are 3 year Doctoral programs now. MSN CRNA has been phased out
My nursing school is
Anything less than 80% you're dropped from the program.
It's limited access and costs less than other colleges. Direct connect to a big state university.
Mine was 75%
Is the 80% cut off scary? As in, how easy would it be to fall to it? Did it have you seen anyone dropped?
@@walterclements2877 Hi :) my schools cut off was 75% in any class and you're dropped. So it's pretty easy to fail out if you're not studying effectively for tests. Lots of students drop out.
@@ciderxera4963 well how encouraging
I am 19 took a year break not knowing what I wanna pursue until now. I hope to become a CRNA, that will be a dream job come true! Thank you for this video!
same here! good luck
In nursing school currently.. on the path to becoming a CRNA ☺️
Okay this gives me hope 😂😂😂 I’m in a lpn to rn program. It’s 3 semesters. I’ll have my ADN May 2022
What program are you taking??
@@GabbiMyers97 it’s the way nursing programs at community colleges in Alabama are set up.
Just completed my first semester, and accepted a student nurse extern position in surgery at my local hospital! I'm excited to see how the OR works, and hear a lot of good things about it. Thank you for this video!
I do have one question,
It’s not necessary for me to get my MSN only BSN?
i love you. like seriously. i’m a junior in high school and i rlly want to become a crna. my dad wants me to be premed but i don’t think that’s the right path for me. i want that work life balance, and i don’t think becoming a doctor will do that for me.
For those with another degree you could do prerequisite year one and an accelerated nursing program year 2. Some of the ABSN programs are a little longer than a year but several have multiple start dates throughout the year.
That’s what I’m looking into
I have been following your youtube channel since before I start nursing school, love your videos 💞 . This is exactly how I'm planning on doing it, I got my RN license 6 months ago , I have been working in a Medical ICU since then, I started my bachelor online 3months ago and I'm planning to do it in 9months🤞 I am already halfway through the program. As soon as I finish with my bachelor I will get my CCRN and start applying to CRNA school. How much would you advice someone to save before starting CRNA school? I am a single woman with no kids.
Hello I’m in my last 6 months nursing school a tech in the icu plan to follow this path. Curious for an update did you accomplish your next steps?
I did a lot of dual credit in highschool so I only had to do one year of prereqs before my BSN program. I will be graduating in may 2022 one year earlier than I would’ve if I hadn’t done dual credit! I hope I can get into the ICU straight away, currently I’m finishing up my last semester of my junior year and I’m trying to land a pca job for the summer so I can get more experience. I really want to go to CRNA school so I’m looking at the prereqs right now and mapping out the semesters I will need to take chem/ochem! I hope this path works for me😌
Hi,
Can you make a video talking about the requirements for becoming a CCRN, if it requires a board examination, and how you studied for the board exam/ certification.
Thank you :)
Once again a very informative honest video! :)
Hi Rhiana! My one year in Medical intensive care unit is approaching. I just wanted to ask a few questions. Are CRNA schools picky/prefer specific ICU units over another like they’d choose someone with CVICU over Medical ICU? Additionally, is it possible to be a travel ICU nurse and then apply to CRNA school or would applications standout if one was a staff nurse?
Don’t it take two more years after your ADN? I thought it was a requirement to have a BSN to become a CRNA? Can you explain more please because I will be starting my nursing prerequisites this come January.
My local ADN program has an accelerated option which is only 1 year because they don’t take summers off. So finding an accelerated program can also cut down the time slightly but like you said - CRNA school is competitive and I’m worried an ICU won’t want a new grad, making the journey even longer.
My wife was able to get into ICU fresh out of ADN program.
Thank you so much for this video! I’ll be graduating with my BSN in May & start in a Med-surg floor in June. Should I have applied at an ICU floor instead? I’ve heard med-surg is great experience so I wasn’t sure.
Hoping you see this cause I’m really interested all of a sudden in becoming a CRNA as a final step as well.... I’m currently a CR Sterile Processing Technician so my department works directly with the OR. After completing my BSN, is becoming an OR Nurse an option opposed to becoming a ICU/floor nurse? Or is floor nursing a mandated 1st step for all grad nurses? I just figured why not stay within proximity to where CRNAs end up (in ORs) ? Thank you, really appreciate your channel.
What do you think about those who refuse the COVID vaccine?
I love your videos! I wanna be a CRNA too, I hope I can make it one day😭
You can do it! Thank you!
Lol definitely not fast! I've always wanted to do CRNA, but sometimes life takes you on a different path. I am a RN- BSN with 2 years med-surge and 1 year NICU. I am finally starting to look at other critical care areas that can lead me to CRNA. Wish I could stay in NICU for CRNA! Thanks for your videos, they are always helpful!
Dee W I definitely would like to look into programs that accept ER as a form of critical care. I absolutely love the ER, but becoming a CRNA is the goal so the ICU is inevitable
@@Davo2times Thanks! I know there are some NICU nurses that have gotten into CRNA, but I feel like there is so much stuff I am missing out on that adult ICU has. ER is definitely on my list to try out, thanks for your input!
This seems intimidating 😱😱😱
You have to break it into steps to get past that!
I'm a bit more confident in what I have to do. Thank you so much this helps a lot!
I'm in my 2nd semester in my school's nursing program. I will have my bachelors degree when I'm 40 years old. Do you think there is any prejudice when trying to get into CRNA school based upon age? I think I'll be 41/42 when I would be finished with My bachelors.
I'm in an accelerated bachelor program. Cohort August 2026.
I'm a nurse tech in the icu, will they count my experience as a nurse tech?
I think it’s important to note a lot of hospitals won’t take you without a BSN
Can you continue uploading a vlog until I become CRNA? Because I already found my inspiration in studying CRNA and that is you!
This is exactly plans, with the exception that I'm expecting to take more time between bsn and starting crna. I'm using that time to build up more money and likely take a couple of the required crna gens and lower my workload for when I'm actually in crna school
Sounds like the old Diploma Nursing program....did the old switch a roo.
BSN student here…i’m 19 in my 2nd year so do i disregard the associate degree part? 😅 i’m guessing after becoming an RN from the exam i can jump to applying to the ICU?
If my school offers an AAS (Associates of applied science in nursing) verses an ADN, can I still take the same steps in becoming a CRNA? Get experience and then BSN and etc.
Probably one of the stupid questions you're ever heard, what's the matter and special with ICU so that it's so important to apply with CRNA? Nurses in other departments won't able to understand materials in CRNA schools? Thank you so much in advance for your advice.
im 22 just finished my asn now applying for icu jobs... just having trouble finding hospitals willing to take new grads (i did not take my nclex yet, just graduated 2 weeks ago)
Hello miss , I am currently completing my nursing degree from government college in India is there an possible way to get refferal for job in USA
Thanks for sharing this with everyone! Your advice is going to help so many nurses! Thanks, Rhianna!
Im currently on this path I have two years ICU experience just got my CCRN and finishing my BSN in an 9 month program this year. I will take GRE then apply in early 2022. Dont forget about chemistries yall. I was never required to take any chem for my ADN or BSN program so this year I am taking intro chem, chem 1 and 2, and organic chem. The programs im looking at require O chem with at least a B to be competitive. This year sucks for me school wise but at least im getting it done. Also, not to be a debby downer but it is often hard to get into the ICU as a new grad even as a BSN much less with an ADN. I was lucky enough to get in as a new grad with an ADN but im definitely the exception not the rule. It probably depends on location also I'm near the texas medical center with a large amount of magnet facilities that literally won't even look at a new grad unless they are a BSN. If youre in a large metropolitan area you may have a better shot of getting into ICU right away if you have a BSN as a new grad. It's getting hard out there for an ADN lol. But it definately would be the fastest way if it all falls into place for you! I appreciate your videos and motivation Rhianna.
Hi John, wow! Your comment is helpful especially since Texas is where I was hoping to move to. What if for example you did a preceptorship in an icu for a final semester before graduating, would they still consider that even as a new grad?
@@adacanada I think something like that would help it would give you more face time with the manager and nurses on the unit. I wasn't trying to say its impossible to get into ICU as a new grad its definitely not, people start there all the time! Just not always a guarantee
@@adacanada Working as a PCT is how most (including myself) get into ICU positions right out of ADN programs. I got into an ICU in DFW that way.
@@johnjameson9740 thank you John
@@maxcaro7085 thank you. Just one question: is the competition high for ICU positions in DFW? That’s like another big city and I’ve been told to look into smaller cities but I don’t know... if it’s a favourable market I’m reconsidering Houston and changing to DFW and surrounding areas. I just don’t want to move to Texas and spend too much time jobless as a new grad nurse
I’m on a lpn program rn start on Thursday orientation just had a question how long would it take same 7 to 8 years im 21 years old
Can you please define what you meant by ICU & what types of programs are needed to complete plsss - im graduating soon.
once i finish my bachelors, i would go work as an ICU nurse for a year and apply to schools in the meantime? and i would be in school for another 3 years?
where can i get CRNA programs ? any CRNA schools in Australia ?
Thank you, girl !💙 so grateful and thankful for you
Hey can you please make a video for international BSN graduates❤
Do they only accept ICU experience? How about ER experience?
i am an RN but want to venture in this field CRN is it possible to go direct into becoming a CRN since i am already an RN without going through these other complicated procedures 😢
Do you have to have your masters to get your doctorate as a CRNA? Or can you go from BSN to the doctorate program for CRNA?
Thank you 🥰 really helpful ❤️
You're welcome! Glad to hear that!
Thanks for that! I’m transitioning from 8 years in military medicine and getting my bsn now and it was great to hear validation my plan is accurate. Only difference is I’m working as an icu tech to try and get sun an icu out of school easier
What do you recommend for the organic chemistry and biochemistry classes that most CRNA school ask for? As far as like graduate or undergraduate levels and types of schools that you can get theses courses?
Hi, i am from india and want to study crna in usa can i do my icu experience in usa right after getting my bsn in india or i do need any experience in india firstly to work in usa as a rn? 😣 plz help me out...
Did you work as an RN while you were going to CRNA school? Or did you have to stop working to be able to focus in school?
Thanks for your videos!
I had a interview in the ICU.
I’ll be a new RN May 13.
I am so interested in becoming a CRNA. I am hoping this will be one step closer.
What type of ICU? Planning for the future :)
That's good
The hospital in my city isn’t real big and isn’t divided into Cardiac or Trauma ,etc..
it’s everything
COVID pts are separated from these pts. Half of the unit is ICU and the other half is COVID ICU
what programs would you recommend would help me in a community college to eventually become a crna? i’m planning on doing 2 years and then transferring.
What BSN school ypu recommend?
mam i am from India , could it be possible that i earn my crna in India and then afterward practice it in usa or uk , i mean is it possible or not to practice there if i learned in India ??
what if i already have BscN?? How will my path be like
Can we work in the ICU right after the and program or do we need some experience before that ?
I don’t understand how you can be a aprn in 1.5-2 years and work as a crna??
What if I do the nurse prerequisites in high school will that take a year
A great idea for a future video. It doesn't sound like you did this because you're PRN it sounds like, but it would be great to get an idea of what sign on bonuses or loan repayment bonuses can be like for new grad CRNAs. I know every company doesn't do them and there is probably a reason why some companies have large bonuses, but it would nice to get an idea of what some companies have offered in the past. Even if you did like an anonymous poll from any CRNA friends of yours would be really nice!
At my school we have a nursing program after you complete the pre requisites where you can complete the AA while completing the BSN at the same time so by the end you’ll have your bsn with the time limit of an associates so that will help lower this time limit a little
Um name of school and location(state)
hey , is degree in nursing different from diploma in nursing?
Hey I love your videos so much. If I want to be a CRNA in America and I experience 2-3 years CRNA in Taiwan, I also need 1 experience year for ICU nurse in the USA? Thank U❤️
How do you get into icu program immediately as a new grad?
Challenge accepted, thank you so much
Only the associate is necessary? Its not necessary the bachelor?
Does NICU count as “ICU” experience
Can you not just a start the path with a bsn or do you have to have a asn first
You are really helpful and get to the point pretty quickly and vocabulary is perfect. Thank you
They are changing the crna program to doctorial.
I’m RT fresh grade. Do I still able to apply for CRNA?
I’m a senior in high school and I am deciding which nursing school to start BSN at next year, does the reputation of the school I get my degree from matter when applying to jobs and down the line grad school?