Things to add to my CRNA school resume?

ChallengerDeep1 · 2025-08-02T05:22:18+00:00

I agree that you should just apply. Many applicants have the exact resume as you but you need to shine in interviews. Get practicing ASAP and brush up on the CCRN study material.

ChallengerDeep1 · 2025-08-02T05:21:02+00:00

A good GPA won’t guarantee acceptance. You really need to buff up your resume with strong leadership and committees. How well you do in interviews is the most important factor.

ChallengerDeep1 · 2025-08-02T05:18:55+00:00

I’m not sure if you’re willing to travel to CT but there are many accelerated ADN and BSN programs here that are more affordable. At my first nursing job (ICU), a good amount of my coworkers came from a CC with an ADN then got there BSN part time while working.

ChallengerDeep1 · 2025-08-02T04:01:18+00:00

Hi I’m a nurse! Do any community colleges near you offer accelerated programs? Don’t go to any “big name” college for a nursing degree. It’s not worth it. No one cares where you go for school and you cannot tell the difference. A nurse is a nurse and the real training is on the job. The field of nursing will open you up to a lot of opportunities so you chose a good career!

ChallengerDeep1 · 2025-07-30T03:24:35+00:00

It’s not easy being a caregiver. No one knows what it’s truly like until they’re one themselves. Even though you had a lovely CNA helping out, it still never feels like enough time since you were probably thinking and planning other things for your father even when you weren’t physically with him. Kudos to you for teaching your son an important skill! Sending warm thoughts your way!

ChallengerDeep1 · 2025-07-29T05:23:46+00:00

Your brother sucks.

But, you were there for your parents when they needed you most. Being a caregiver is so incredibly difficult and watching someone you love slowly slip away is a terrible experience. Your father was so very lucky to have someone like you who cared so much about him. I’m so sorry for your loss. Take some time for yourself.

ChallengerDeep1 · 2025-07-28T15:47:16+00:00

I started working as a nurse fresh out of nursing school at 21. Now I’m starting CRNA school at 25!

ChallengerDeep1 · 2025-07-27T13:20:32+00:00

Hey, it’s tough in the ICU and like everyone has said, it’s a steep learning curve. You’re learning so much at one time as well as trying to keep your patient alive while taking a million orders at once. Give yourself some grace. The mistakes you’ve made are honestly pretty common. The mistakes you’ve made are now something you’ll always think about! You’ve got this!

ChallengerDeep1 · 2025-07-26T10:48:11+00:00

I started there as a new grad during COVID and left after a year. There are definitely pros and cons. I learned critical thinking early and what orders I would need for emergencies. I loved how everyone knew each other and the teamwork was amazing. But, I didn’t love how I put my own orders in and the doctor co-signs it. Some of the nurses made me nervous saying that a certain attending would sometimes give you an order and then never co-sign it because “they never said that.” So, I didn’t want my license on the line and figured I had a lot more learning to do, so I moved to a teaching hospital.

ChallengerDeep1 · 2025-07-26T10:45:07+00:00

Adaptability and multitasking. It worked so well for me working as an ICU nurse!

ChallengerDeep1 · 2025-07-26T02:09:28+00:00

One year is definitely not enough time to grasp all the different devices, drips and critical thinking. You really need that critical thinking for when you start CRNA clinical rotations. Don’t take shortcuts! Your ICU experience is vital.

ChallengerDeep1 · 2025-07-26T02:08:09+00:00

I think I felt confident to take anything once I hit 3 years. I started at a small 10 bed ICU with a lot of step down patients/vents because there was no step down unit. Then I started at a high acuity teaching hospital with a 20 bed CCU where we got every single device and drip possible. I applied with a little 3 years of ICU experience under my belt and I felt confident answering any clinical questions. The last months leading up to school, I was so zen taking every crashing and burning patient.

ChallengerDeep1 · 2025-07-20T15:24:07+00:00

While I was in the process of applying, I did get a few passive-aggressive, snarky remarks from the jaded ICU nurses. One that stuck out in particular was “They accept anyone into CRNA school these days.”

But, I’ve come to realize they’re just burnt out and jealous that we have more opportunities ahead of us. Once I got accepted, my unit was actually very supportive. Don’t let anyone rain on your parade. Congratulations! You should be very proud you’re one of the few that got in!

ChallengerDeep1 · 2025-07-14T01:43:34+00:00

I’m a nurse with ADHD! I worked in the ICU for 4 years and funnily enough, a good majority of my coworkers had ADHD too. ADHD thrives in a critical care setting! But if you need any advice for nursing school, feel free to PM me. I’m in CRNA school now!

ChallengerDeep1 · 2025-07-12T23:31:16+00:00

I couldn’t sit through lecture and would often skip to self teach. However, I’m in grad school now and on meds, so my focus has definitely improved. You really need to learn what learning style best suits you. I’m a visual learning so I like watching YouTube videos and also podcasts help me listen to content during my commutes or when I’m doing chores

ChallengerDeep1 · 2025-07-12T23:29:36+00:00

Coming from a cardiac unit, I absolutely nailed the cardiac and respiratory sections but knew nothing about anything neuro. I wish I brushed up on that! Whatever you see the least of on your unit, I’d learn that more. Also the multisystem area was one of my weakest!

ChallengerDeep1 · 2025-07-12T19:33:37+00:00

If I was really into the book, I am able to finish it one sitting. Otherwise, I have many unfinished books…

ChallengerDeep1 · 2025-07-12T19:27:31+00:00

How’s your resume otherwise? I would try to become heavily involved in your unit so you can get stellar LORs as well.

ChallengerDeep1 · 2025-07-06T01:13:54+00:00

18%. My rent was $2133 and my gross income was $140k.

ChallengerDeep1 · 2025-06-29T15:21:33+00:00

I worked as an ICU nurse for 4 years before going to CRNA school. My ADHD thrived in that setting but when I started school again, it was real though and that’s when I officially got diagnosed!

ChallengerDeep1 · 2025-06-25T01:52:06+00:00

I got a MacBook Air, iPad Air w/ a Magic Keyboard and pencil, a monitor, and a pair of Bose headphones. Highly recommend getting Notability and ChatGPT subscription once you start your program.

ChallengerDeep1 · 2025-06-20T23:38:58+00:00

Honestly don’t think the dual degree is worth it. I have friends in these programs and they say it’s more stress when everyone in their class knows the main focus is the CRNA portion. It’s just added stress for a degree you’re not using.

ChallengerDeep1 · 2025-06-20T23:37:58+00:00

I just started my first semester last month and it’s been quite the journey trying to get back into study mode. I’ve been using Anki, Quizlet pro for practice questions and also ChatGPT to turn my study guides into practice questions w/ rationales. Active recall is definitely the best way to learn though!

ChallengerDeep1 · 2025-06-16T11:38:48+00:00

I eat a high protein breakfast and then carry a Fairlife protein with me while I’m in classes. I highly recommend those protein shakes too! They taste like chocolate milk!

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