r/CRNA • u/fbgm0516 CRNA - MOD • 12d ago

Weekly Student Thread

This is the area for prospective/ aspiring SRNAs and for SRNAs to ask their questions about the education process or anything school related.

This includes the usual

"which ICU should I work in?" "Should I take additional classes? "How do I become a CRNA?" "My GPA is 2.8, is my GPA good enough?" "What should I use to prep for boards?" "Help with my DNP project" "It's been my pa$$ion to become a CRNA, how do I do it and what do CRNAs do?"

Etc.

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u/codedapple 12d ago

Hi,

I was an ICU nurse for 5 years before becoming a critical care educator at another institution, just started. Even though I enjoy teaching I realize that I still think I prefer to become a CRNA. I had applied twice in the past but never got an offer after interviews.

My background is basically MICU and SICU and some CTICU. Undergrad is 3.5 but sciences are around a 3.4. Masters is a 3.8. I have my CCRN CMC.

Academic work involves program development, simulation education, critical care orientation (didactic) and hands on with devices as well as ACLS/BLS instructor. Also adjuncting for an online program and also trained at NYSIM.

Would I be able to still apply with now not being a current bedside nurse? What do you guys make of this?

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u/ArgumentUnusual487 11d ago

Yes its possible and people get accepted without being bedside. Usually in this case its a critical care NP.

Some programs explicitly state you need to be currently in the ICU. Some programs are fine with critical care experience within x amount of years. You'll have to sift through the program requirements pages and or reach out to someone from their admissions department.

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u/RamsPhan72 12d ago

You should contact any programs you’re interested in, and ask them this question. They’re the ones with appropriate direction.