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I'm at vascular transplant / surgical icu 😊🎉

Thanks for this video! This is going to come in handy for your viewers like me.

I am 15 years old, very good in physics, biology and chemistry, I personally don't really have a preference in any, I adore bio perhaps the most, but as of next year, I must take 3 higher level classes and can only take 2 sciences amongst those 3. I am absolutely anchored and firmly set in taking chemistry as 1 of the 2 sciences available for myself next year in 11th and 12th grade, however, as I definitely see this as a potential future career, I have some questions regarding your field of work. I comprehend there is a huge involvement of chemistry in this field, hence that is absolutely secure in its placement in my future, as it's flexible and gives me potentially careers in other fields, I wonder though if I am looking to go in this field of work, should I focus on biology more, which I hypothesise is your answer, or physics, as you said some schools require it and potentially more in the future. It may be obvious and a silly question to ask, regardless I'd like to be safe in my class selection for next year. Could you also potentially answer to why I should select the other over another. Thank you warm regards

If I had to choose 2 courses to focus on out of the three I would choose Biology and Chemistry. The physics is a fine supplemental science but not the basis of medicine/anesthesia. When you're in college working toward a degree you will have the opportunity to take intro to physics and get deeper into that subject. Get a strong foundation in Bio and Chem first, you'll have many more classes involving them.

Bolt SRNA, thank you for the quick response. My best wishes to you.

Bolt SRNA Hey, currently I'm in my last semester of prerequisites before I begin Nursing School. (I know, far away from a graduate standpoint) I do have a 4.0 CUM, I know I want to persue the NP, or CRNA route. it's difficult to choose a specific specialty, whether PMHNP, FNP, ACNP, or go for CRNA. I don't want money to be the primary motivator, but I also don't want to be limited if I want to branch into other specialties. Could you shed light on your opinion?

That's a very true statement, CRNA is a long road of difficult obstacles. Make sure it's what you really want and you're willing to do all the work it will take to achieve the goal. Good luck to you.

No problem, I'm glad it was helpful.

Always good to hear people are helped out by the video. The journey is often long but it's a great ride if you let it be. I was in my BSN program 6 years ago when I started really working on getting to CRNA DNP. I'll put the topic of getting into an ICU right out of school on the list. What's your email and I'll send you the interview packet for you to study.

I can't thank you enough for you for the time you are investing on spreading the word. Lord knows you have enough on your plate. My email address is bigev923@gmail.com FYI I'll quite literally be on the edge of my seat for any more content you choose to bless us with! God bless you, your loved ones, and your journey!

My pleasure!

Sounds like you're on the right track for success. I've got a few requests about getting into an ICU out of school. It's an important step and it's next on my list to make a video about. CRNA school has just been very busy the last few weeks, trying to find the time to make it.

I always kept my ultimate goal in the back of my mind but remembered the journey was long and to enjoy all the small and large goals completed along the way. Celebrate all your triumphs and never beat yourself up over your stumbles.

Btw could you send me the question packet you mentioned to my class email at salomon.montalvo@mavs.uta.edu thanks again for all of the excellent advise and info.

Glad it was helpful for you, the packet should be in your inbox now.

Having a BS in Microbiology with a minor in Chemistry is a helpful background if you're planning for CRNA school. Tons of biochem, chem and biology in the program. You sound very driven and ambitious, I'm sure you'll succeed at whatever you put your mind to.

Congrats on finishing your final exam. Sure, I'd be happy to send you the study guide, what's your email?

Bolt SRNA dmoody59@yahoo.com Thanks so much!

Did you already receive the study guide I offer for interview prep? Or are you wanting to know something specific about interview prep?

Good luck on your journey!

Which program were you at? Good to see you're excited and I'm sure you'll get into the right program when the time is right.

+Bolt SRNA I was at Union University

Howdy Tinungki. Shoutout to Chattanooga, my personal hometown. Are you at Erlanger Hospital? The 3.0 grades for your BSN might be an issue. I'm assuming that all the courses you take over your year in that program will be counted as 3.0, virtually pulling your overall GPA down to around 3.0. Even with all the other stuff boosting your overall application, I'm afraid a 3.0 could be a red flag to a CRNA program. I know some programs will look at your science GPA and weight it heavily, so that may be a glimmer of hope for you, if you made all A's in your sciences. As far as ICU RN traveling, that's what I used to do and is actually what the channel began as before I started CRNA school. So check out some of my earlier vids for info on that. If you're going to take a graduate level course early to help beef up your application, try pathophysiology. I believe all programs require it during the program and if you can take it before you start it's helpful to give you extra free time to study your other courses during that semester in CRNA school. Not to mention if you make an A it will show them you're driven and determined to succeed in their program. Why don't you email the admitting dept for the CRNA program at UTC, tell them your situation and ask them if you would seem like a desirable candidate to them. Even if you're not interested in their program it will give you a solid barometer for how your application will be received by CRNA programs.

First, thanks for your response Bolt! I am at Memorial. I know Erlanger is Level 1 Trauma, and that it may look better if I did work in their ICUs compared to Memorial. But I guess it just depends on the experiences you actually get. I graduated from Southern. I had just emailed UTC about that, and so will wait for their answer. Are you at MTSA? I emailed them also, btw. I will take you up on your suggestion of taking a Patho grad course. Maybe I could take it at the school I plan to apply to? Will travel nursing beef up my resume/app because it has the potential to expose me to more experiences? So I guess I can't really bump up my GPA to a 3.4/3.5, if not lower it, at this point, unless I retook some courses? Would that look good? Sorry for all the questions, I'm sure you are BUSY, but I just want to be very proactive :) Thanks!!

Yes, some booster courses are usually what they recommend if your GPA is below 3.2 or so. An accelerated BSN program sounds ideal for you since you already have your 4-year degree. It's much faster paced and harder than a traditional program because they cram 2 years information into one year. I have friends that have done it though, it's doable. After you finish your BSN and get into an ICU you can re-evaluate if CRNA school is what you really want.

Go ahead and apply. I got a mixed response from programs about if they liked the travel nursing or not. Some did and some didn't so apply to a few and find the one that fits well.

Great question. I wanted to learn more about hemodynamics, learn advanced invasive skills, earn a great income, prevent pain for my patients and have lots of autonomy.

Very helpful...Appreciate much..Can you pls send me study packet? Email Portia-da@hotmail.com.

Hey don't get stressed, take each thing one step at a time. It will take some years but you'll eventually get there. Nothing worth having comes easy.

Join the memberships on the channel, at the Sevo Surfers level I send out the study guide.

What's your email and I'll send the packet to you.

I have another video of​ some top CRNA programs and I believe I discuss important things to look for when selecting a school. Let me know if you have a specific question I don't answer.

You're right that being a travel nurse can be tricky for getting reference letters. I had a few MDs who worked close with me as a staff nurse and was willing to write letters for me. The nurse manager is supposed to be your current nurse manager so that was more difficult. I lucked out and had a nurse manager who felt like I was an exceptional employee and didn't mind writing me a reference letter even though I was only there 3 months. She did tell me she normally wouldn't do that. My advice is to renew your contract a few times at a facility until you've nearly been there a year, then the manager should feel comfortable writing you a reference letter.

Oh okay thanks. I'm thinking about doing travel nursing after I've been at my current ICU for about 2 yrs. Your advice is very helpful!

Bolt SRNA about Managers; what about if they simply do not like you or they don it not want you to leave? And write you a pretty average of bad letter?

That is a risk, hopefully, you have a decent relationship with them. You could always try to explain the complicated relationship to the CRNA program during the interview and they will probably understand.

Well, first things first, relax. You're a freshman in college and haven't even started an undergrad nursing program yet. No need in having the rest of your future planned out and certain at this stage. Shadow a CRNA and see if you even really enjoy the everyday process. You may start nursing school and decide it's not the path for you. There are tons of great paths for nurses that are great careers, you'll find yours as you go along.

The extra clinical skills definitely looks good. The masters degree isn't really necessary and I don't think it sways them either way.

It depends on the program, some programs require it, other programs may not require it but it will look good to them.

Yes, all the programs in my region are DNP. The few remaining universities offering an MSN (even those for career changers) must change to a doctoral program. Any student who begins training for CRNA after 2022 will be required to attend a doctoral program because that will be the standard for entry into practice and to take boards. If you can get into an MSN program before 2022 you will be allowed to take boards upon graduation and will be grandfathered in. What's your email and I'd be glad to forward you the packet?​

I have a video that's got books and tips to do well on the GRE, check it out.

Wow, that's odd that they don't require at least one Chemistry, never heard of a BSN that didn't. You'll need to do at least one Chem but preferably organic Chemistry. Some programs will require Physics. Go to the CRNA programs website that you're thinking of applying to and look at specific requirements to be certain.

No, they didn't.

What's your email?

I had 4 years and they seemed to look at the travel experience as good adaptability to any environment.

I'm not sure I understand what you mean. You already have your BSN or you obtained a bachelors in something else and are back in school taking pre-reqs to obtain your BSN? If you're interested in being a nurse practitioner than a simple MSN is ideal and is even able to be obtained online or in hybrid classes. If you're going for anesthesia then if you start in the next couple years you can try to find a masters program, although they're dwindling fast.

working on pre-recd to enter a bsn or msn

Sure, list your email and I'll forward it to you.

Bolt SRNA estela2013@gmail.com Thank you soooo much!!!

Sure, what's your email and I'll send it to you.

Bolt SRNA could you please send me the study guide! Fleurencea@gmail.com

I would think you would need to call the specific school you were trying to get into and check with their admissions office. Once they receive your official transcripts they may be able to give you credit for your courses/degree.

Yes, to be accepted into a CRNA program you must first have your BSN and practiced for a minimum of one year in an ICU. A BSN with a chemistry minor does look good. My buddy had a Bachelors in Chem and his BSN and was a strong candidate when he applied after obtaining his ICU experience.

Great question. SRNA stands for Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist. While you're in CRNA school you're titled an SRNA, and once you've graduated and passed state boards you're a CRNA.

oh thanks a lot I'm in my second year of college in Puerto Rico my dreams is to become a CRNA

also..can i have that packet? email is clandry91@gmail.com

When you say you're just starting nursing, do you mean nursing school, or are you a new RN? It's rare that I've ever seen an unpaid volunteer in any ICU, maybe a senior citizen who volunteers to manage the waiting room with grieving families. If you're a new RN then no they won't let you volunteer in the ICU on your off days, you would be required to be hired into the ICU and receive ICU training before doing anything with the patients. I'll send you the study guide packet and good luck on your journey.

Yes i meant im just starting nursing school. And that stinks...lol thanks for the info. I enjoy your videos

Sure, what is your email?

@@BoltCRNA jos3_5@hotmail.com also, any books you'd recommend to read on about before entering CRNA school. Just so I can familiarize myself with what to expect

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List your email and I'll forward it to you.

Thanks! landonholt@rocketmail.com

@@BoltCRNA hi Bolt, thank you for this in depth presentation. I am actively applying to crna school now and this videos has been very helpful. Can you please email me the review questions mentioned to ngens@yahoo.com .thanks in advance.

I understand your confusion. Previously CRNA programs were masters degrees, now they are all transitioning to doctorate degrees. Think of this similar to the way pre-med students graduate undergrad and go to med school for 4 years and graduate as medical doctors. Nurses will graduate with their BSN, work a few years in the ICU then go to CRNA school for 3 to 3.5 years and graduate with their doctorate as a CRNA. I hope that clears that up for you.

thanks so much! so its not necessarily more school time (i guess depending on the program) , its just a change in name id say?