I’ve been a CRNA for over 16 years and, even though it’s come with challenges, I do not regret it and would choose it again. It’s been very rewarding and fulfilling!! Thanks for this video!!! 😊
I have a lot of reservation about NP training. The concept of NP is good. However, the training needs overhaul. Transitioning to a provider role with two years online programme is crazy. Clinical hours of 500-750 hrs does not sound good. Students having to find preceptors. It’s just a lot . Most NPs don’t feel prepared to take up the role. To make things worse, no internship after the training. It's just crazy. I will choose CRNA over NP a million time because of how structured and didactic the training is or better still go to medical school. I'm proud you took the CRNA route. PS: I'm an RN and this is my honest opinion
Yeah, it is sad there are a lot of mixed emotions around NP programs. I feel you have to be very determined and motivated to excel in some of the NP programs. Hopefully the education and clinical experience of NP programs gets better. I feel it could really be a great profession if there are changed made to the education.
This was an awesome video. I currently work in ATL’s level 1 trauma center and am considering CRNA school. It seems I gotta do it 😅 If you don’t mind me asking, did you live off of loans while you were in school?
Hey! Yes, I did. I saved up almost $20,000 for miscellaneous school expenses (books, groceries, etc.), paid off my car, and any student loans where interest would keep accruing. I still had to take out loans to cover everything else.
I hope you’re doing well! I’m a neuro ICU nurse with 18 months of experience, planning to work another year and a half before applying to CRNA school. By the time I apply, I’ll be 39, and my six children will be 18 (special needs), 17, 17, 14, 10, and 5 years old. I’m trying to decide if now is the right time to pursue this goal. My concerns include balancing the demands of CRNA school with being emotionally and physically present for my children, especially as my older three transition into adulthood and my younger three still require significant attention. Waiting might make things easier for my older kids, but I fear I’ll face the same challenges later with my younger ones, and I don’t want to be 50 years old when I graduate. I’d love to hear your thoughts or advice on how other single mothers have managed CRNA school while raising a family. Is this realistic and doable, or should I consider waiting? Thank you so much for your time and for sharing your journey-it’s been a huge source of inspiration for me!
This is a great video! I truly appreciate the information you provided! I am currently an ABSN student with a great deal of hope to become a CRNA. I live in Jersey and hope to attend Rutgers one day! You mentioned that you applied before! I was wondering what was your experience? Were you accepted? Thanks in advance!
No, that was the one program I didn’t get accepted into. They asked a bunch of clinical questions and I fumbled my answers and got some stuff wrong because I was so nervous. I don’t really know how the program is overall for student who actually attend.
Thank you so much for this video❤..I would love to ask…can you please explain the new requirements to get into CRNA school from 2025 in simple terms please…I’ve been seeing different interpretations of that
I know that for a long time it was said that all CRNA program would become doctorate programs by 2025. Also, university websites will list any specific requirements they have for applicants.
With or without a DNP. No one cares about the DNP that hires CRNAs. Only the schools who get more revenue from extending time to degree completion care about this degree.😂
God willing I will be a CRNA one day. Currently just turned 21 and I’m wrapping up my nursing degree. I have two questions for you. 1) How do I guarantee I get into a level 1 trauma hospital as soon as possible? 2) What where your stats prior to applying to your program, and what do you think separated you from the other applicants?
1) A way to give yourself a leg up is become a CNA or patient care technician on the unit you want to work on once you graduate. Also, be open to any shift once you graduate. 2) I would watch my Journey to becoming a CRNA. I can’t remember all my stats but mention them in the video I made about 2 years ago.
Hello, how are you, what are the ways to become a crna, you have to do a bachelor's degree in rn after doing a course in crna or course, thank you, I loved your videos
Both are stressful in different ways. ICU you are pulled in all different directions and act as the middle man the whole shift which is very stressful. Being a CRNA is stressful because emergencies can happen so quickly and suddenly you always have to be on your toes and vigilant.
I’ve been a CRNA for over 16 years and, even though it’s come with challenges, I do not regret it and would choose it again. It’s been very rewarding and fulfilling!! Thanks for this video!!! 😊
Yes! I am very happy with my choice to become a CRNA. We truly are in such a good profession. Thanks for watching!
I will become a CRNA with God first 🙏🏼. Thank u for this information , I wish u success in ur career 🙌🏻
I wish you success as well! 🙏🏽
Are you high
Thanks for the wonderful insight! I appreciate your transparency. Congratulations on the baby!
Thank you! I am glad you found it helpful.
I just love everyone’s comments! Also, thank you for your video!
I wish I could talk to you in person. This was a great video because am currently looking into the crna program at Augusta.
I enjoyed the program overall. I think they have a good variety of clinical rotations.
A fellow AU Alum! Thank you for the awesome video. It was super informative.
Glad you enjoyed it!
I have a lot of reservation about NP training. The concept of NP is good. However, the training needs overhaul. Transitioning to a provider role with two years online programme is crazy. Clinical hours of 500-750 hrs does not sound good. Students having to find preceptors. It’s just a lot . Most NPs don’t feel prepared to take up the role. To make things worse, no internship after the training. It's just crazy. I will choose CRNA over NP a million time because of how structured and didactic the training is or better still go to medical school. I'm proud you took the CRNA route.
PS: I'm an RN and this is my honest opinion
Yeah, it is sad there are a lot of mixed emotions around NP programs. I feel you have to be very determined and motivated to excel in some of the NP programs. Hopefully the education and clinical experience of NP programs gets better. I feel it could really be a great profession if there are changed made to the education.
Im watching this for encouragement to keep going!
I'm an AGNP. My job title is Sexual Health NP. I love it so much! I treat STDs and do STD/HIV prevention through Doxy-PEP and PrEP.
Amazing! That is such important work!
I was departing between CRNA and MD. Watching this video for some introspection
What do you think?
debating*
Thank you so much for this video and You are so pretty 😍
Thank you too! 😊
I want to go to AU. But the deadline is next week 😭. Can’t get recommendations in on time. I’ll have to wait till next year
Sometime schools extend the deadline, so keep checking the website. Good luck!
This was an awesome video. I currently work in ATL’s level 1 trauma center and am considering CRNA school. It seems I gotta do it 😅 If you don’t mind me asking, did you live off of loans while you were in school?
Hey! Yes, I did. I saved up almost $20,000 for miscellaneous school expenses (books, groceries, etc.), paid off my car, and any student loans where interest would keep accruing. I still had to take out loans to cover everything else.
I hope you’re doing well! I’m a neuro ICU nurse with 18 months of experience, planning to work another year and a half before applying to CRNA school. By the time I apply, I’ll be 39, and my six children will be 18 (special needs), 17, 17, 14, 10, and 5 years old.
I’m trying to decide if now is the right time to pursue this goal. My concerns include balancing the demands of CRNA school with being emotionally and physically present for my children, especially as my older three transition into adulthood and my younger three still require significant attention. Waiting might make things easier for my older kids, but I fear I’ll face the same challenges later with my younger ones, and I don’t want to be 50 years old when I graduate.
I’d love to hear your thoughts or advice on how other single mothers have managed CRNA school while raising a family. Is this realistic and doable, or should I consider waiting?
Thank you so much for your time and for sharing your journey-it’s been a huge source of inspiration for me!
This is a great video! I truly appreciate the information you provided! I am currently an ABSN student with a great deal of hope to become a CRNA. I live in Jersey and hope to attend Rutgers one day! You mentioned that you applied before! I was wondering what was your experience? Were you accepted? Thanks in advance!
No, that was the one program I didn’t get accepted into. They asked a bunch of clinical questions and I fumbled my answers and got some stuff wrong because I was so nervous. I don’t really know how the program is overall for student who actually attend.
Thank you so much for this video❤..I would love to ask…can you please explain the new requirements to get into CRNA school from 2025 in simple terms please…I’ve been seeing different interpretations of that
I know that for a long time it was said that all CRNA program would become doctorate programs by 2025. Also, university websites will list any specific requirements they have for applicants.
Is it possible to make 400k as a locum crna with a dnp?
You probably can if you are willingly to work in less desirable locations for a couple months out of the year.
With or without a DNP. No one cares about the DNP that hires CRNAs. Only the schools who get more revenue from extending time to degree completion care about this degree.😂
What type of outpatient did you do?
God willing I will be a CRNA one day. Currently just turned 21 and I’m wrapping up my nursing degree. I have two questions for you.
1) How do I guarantee I get into a level 1 trauma hospital as soon as possible?
2) What where your stats prior to applying to your program, and what do you think separated you from the other applicants?
1) A way to give yourself a leg up is become a CNA or patient care technician on the unit you want to work on once you graduate. Also, be open to any shift once you graduate.
2) I would watch my Journey to becoming a CRNA. I can’t remember all my stats but mention them in the video I made about 2 years ago.
What kind of math do you do in the program?
Thanks for the video! Where can we reach you by email? I am an SRNA and have some questions about your experience with the DMV job market.
Hey! I don’t have an email setup for this channel, but you can DM on my Instagram with any questions you may have!
Hello, how are you, what are the ways to become a crna, you have to do a bachelor's degree in rn after doing a course in crna or course, thank you, I loved your videos
How is the stress level? Would you say CRNA is less stress than being an icu/er or other type of nurse?
Both are stressful in different ways. ICU you are pulled in all different directions and act as the middle man the whole shift which is very stressful. Being a CRNA is stressful because emergencies can happen so quickly and suddenly you always have to be on your toes and vigilant.
Do you need maths and physics to become a CRNA
It depends on the CRNA program. Some require specific science and math course before applying.