Maximizing Your CRNA Shadow Days: Essential Questions to Ask
Shadowing is such a critical component of understanding if the CRNA profession is right for you, while also gaining key insights to help formulate strong application essays and interviews. As someone who has gone through this rigorous application process myself, I understand the anxiety of trying to maximize your shadow experience to build strong relationships….
Conquering the CRNA Application: 5 Mistakes to Avoid (and Get Accepted!)
CRNA school applications are COMPETITIVE. And we’ve seen a lot of applicants over the past few years. We’ve noticed some themes in the mistakes we see CRNA school applicants making, and we most definitely want you to avoid making them, too. So here are 5 key mistakes to avoid and tips to craft a winning….
From Nursing School to CRNA School: The Key Differences in the Application Process
Ready to take your nursing career to the next level and apply to CRNA school? Buckle up because the CRNA school application process is a whole new ballgame. In this blog post, we’ve got your back as we guide you through the ins and outs of applying to CRNA school, sharing insights and tips to….
6 Things to Focus on During your Time in the ICU
Embracing the ICU: 6 Things to Focus On While You’re There Alright, ICU nurses, let’s talk about your time spent in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU). In the ICU, we have a golden opportunity to expand our knowledge of complex pathophysiology and pharmacology. So, grab a coffee and get ready to explore the invaluable learning….
Advice to Applicants from SRNAs
Insider Advice from Current CRNA School Students: Unlocking the Secrets to a Successful Application Journey Attention aspiring CRNAs! The path to CRNA school can be both exhilarating and challenging, but fear not! We’re here to share invaluable advice from current CRNA school students. In this blog post, we’ll dive into their top tips for a….
Nursing School vs. CRNA School – Why Your Application Process Won’t Work
1. Undergraduate acceptance focuses more on extracurriculars in high school. Graduate acceptance focuses more on academic performance and professional potential in the field. When you applied to nursing school, they looked at your GPA and your prerequisites. CRNA schools look at way more than that. Essay, transcripts, multiple types of GPA, references, leadership activities, community….
Why You Won’t Get Into CRNA School
Sorry for the clickbait headline (sorta, haha), but there are some key avoidable mistakes that I see people making over and over again that I want to MAKE SURE you don’t make. So let’s jump right into it. You’re starting too late The first mistake that people make is not starting early enough. Go back….
Your Secret Weapon
Your secret weapon when applying to CRNA school In the past few years, the CRNA School application pool has gotten a lot more competitive. This might be due to social media, the increased awareness about the profession, or maybe even the fact that Covid was incredibly stressful for nurses and that lit a fire underneath….
How You Know You’re Ready to Apply to CRNA School
So you might be like many people and wonder when you’re actually going to be ready or rather feel ready to apply to CRNA School. And the answer might shock you. You might never truly feel ready. However here are some signs that you can consider to see if you are actually ready to apply…..
Making the Most of Your Year in the ICU
So whether you are in the ICU preparing to apply to CRNA school, or graduating nursing school and getting ready to start in the ICU, or if you are a nurse who is transferring to the ICU this episode is for you. There is a lot to do during that year or two that you….
THIS is What Will Set You Apart as a CRNA School Applicant
At a certain point in the application process, all CRNA school applicants are going to be competitive. What’s going to set you apart? It’s going to be your essay. Here are some things to include in your essay and some things not to include. 3 things to include in your CRNA school essay 1. Concrete….
Your CRNA School Application Timeline
The biggest mistake that I see CRNA school applicants making? It’s not starting sooner. You can’t come to us 3 months before your application deadline and ask, “What do I need to do to be more competitive?” And expect to be able to deliver. That’s not going to give you enough time to retake….
