Want to know what 1st semester of CRNA school is like and how it feels to be a new SRNA? Well, a couple of my classmates and I give you the inside scoop.
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@BoltCRNA7 жыл бұрын
CRNA school is just as awesome and soul crushing as you've heard.
@evaristourbaez99067 жыл бұрын
Amazing collaboration!!! I always leave with so many nuggets after viewing your videos and I can't thank you and your friends enough for the time you take out of your incredibly busy days to share your experiences with us! God bless you all!
@hajikero18343 жыл бұрын
How many months is a semester of CRNA school?
@Grassology-vs1hn7 жыл бұрын
Bolt, I'm glad you guys are having fun I've been an Anesthesia Tech for 20+ years and know the struggle SRNA go through. I pray everyday fir the students that comes to our hospital.
@OmarAbdulMalikDHEdMPASPACPAPro7 жыл бұрын
Peace be to you sir! this sounds incredibly grueling, but fun (in a masochistic kind of way)! I'm glad you maintain an exercise regimen. I was VERY impressed with the CRNA s I met whilst doing my PA training. I wish you the VERY best in your endeavors! Peace!
@BoltCRNA7 жыл бұрын
Thank you! Back when I was an ICU nurse I worked with some great PAs as well, maybe I'll run into you one day.
@dr.sanjaykashyap21286 жыл бұрын
plz give me your whtasapp number
@blakemabry6 жыл бұрын
Love these videos, currently working towards my BSN with plans to start out in a Tele unit, then progressing toward varying ICU settings (CVICU and PICU) where I plan to get my CCRN cert.
@SPH802 жыл бұрын
ARE YOU A CRNA NOW?
@tatianaflorez78586 жыл бұрын
I lovedddd what the guy you interviewed said about stopping competing against each other once you are in you SRNA class.... Very important !!!! As it relieves some of the burden to be in CRNA school. Thanks!!!
@tooshay99087 жыл бұрын
Thanks to you and your classmates for this video!
@jayjude19447 жыл бұрын
Hey Bolt, Fellow nurse here looking into the CRNA route. I'm glad you talked about the depression side of CRNA. I read a study that said as of 2013, the life expectancy for an anesthesiologist is 66 years. I'm not sure about CRNAs, but I'm sure it's close to it. For people that think that pay is the only factor I would think it over. Mental health is a serious aspect. In the future can YOU talk about the isolation you go through from the public, friends, and family. ALSO, how can I develop my detail orient habit, and kill procrastination?what certifications do you recommend will help me get into an icu. Best of luck and God bless,J. L
@BoltCRNA7 жыл бұрын
jeff l Yeah, the career is demanding and stressful. Drug/Alcohol abuse is more common than many other careers. Divorce rate is high too, like with many high demand careers. It's all about balance and staying healthy, developing healthy coping mechanisms. For CRNA school you should obtain your ACLS, PALS and CCRN. You should develop purposeful habits and stick to them, that may help you.
@blakeypoo4u1322 жыл бұрын
I haven’t met a crna who has regretted what they are doing, so how stressful can it be?
@raapo45307 жыл бұрын
Im really nervous about doing this. Im a high school senior, preparing for the teas test right now, to get accepted into a nursing program. In high school i never studied at all, and had a 1.9 gpa, i feel like learning to study and not be on my computer or video games is going to be extremely hard, but im going to try and learn to study and become disciplined. Pray for me
@BoltCRNA7 жыл бұрын
I'll pray for your success. It's all about balance. You can still enjoy video games and hobbies but only once you've finished your school obligations.
@jamiepenny7437 жыл бұрын
Hey, I didn't graduate high school with honors either. Once I got to college and fell In love with the path of nursing, I've been scoring the highest grades in my classes. It feels good knowing you're heading down a right path. The teas is easier than the ACT
@AneishaH6 жыл бұрын
RaAP O if you don’t like to study, it’s going to be difficult to become a nurse!! there’s a lot of learning that goes into it.
@AlexiaM4 жыл бұрын
I started college with a 1.something GPA and now have a 3.6 GPA. I’m in my AP2 and Micro class before nursing school. I hated school in Hs and everything changed once I found good professors in college. Anyone can be a great student.
@jennyprecious26813 жыл бұрын
How was the nursing program so far? Now that you should applying for CRNA school?
@vonteraekwon10055 жыл бұрын
I love this channel lol, so inspiring & motivating... Bloopers were life 😂🙌... I genuinely wish the best as you approach the end of your journey my guy ✊
@healthcareprofessional40417 жыл бұрын
I am 29 years old and I am just starting my BSN course work (I'm a "Junior"). I currently work for a group of Retina Surgeons and I am so excited to start nursing school but, I feel like I am going to be starting so late in the game. Do you see many of these type of people (people starting school later in life) succeed at nursing school as well as CRNA program. I guess I should say I am a very organized and great with time management. It's just discouraging to know I won't be working in my dream job until I am in my late 30s.
@BoltCRNA7 жыл бұрын
There are probably 5 people in my class who are over the age of 40. If you look into med school stats you'll also see people succeeding in that field who are not in their 20's. If it's your passion and you're willing to make the sacrifices, it's an attainable goal.
@rockstar10707 жыл бұрын
Still watching your videos. I love this type video. So helpful! Please keep them coming as you are able and time permits.
@BoltCRNA7 жыл бұрын
Great to hear they're helpful, thanks.
@tanhunglai66137 жыл бұрын
Hi Bolt! Thank you for your sharing! All the best for your nursing career!!
@bettyglick26796 жыл бұрын
Hi there! I will be starting a CRNA Program in Miami next month. Do you recommend any particular resources out there for beginner's to understand the anesthesia machine? Appreciate your perspective and advice!
@BoltCRNA6 жыл бұрын
The anesthesia machine is very complex so don't expect yourself to just get it right away. There is a video Aisha SRNA posted with a run through on an anesthesia machine check that may be helpful with visuals.
@peiande17 жыл бұрын
Hey Bolt. How important is your GPA vs. the other criteria (LOR, personal statement) when trying to get into school? most schools that I looked into say at least 3.0 on a 4.0 scale. Also did you have to take the GREs?
@BoltCRNA7 жыл бұрын
Andre Patrick Almost all programs require the GRE and I did take it, a miserable exam. The program will look at transcripts, GPA and letters of recommendation to decide who makes it to personal interview. The personal interview and the "feel" they get from you will be what really determines who they pick.
@medic10127 жыл бұрын
I am currently in CRNA school and have a 3.1GPA and had interviews with 3 schools. while they are important they aren't the deciding factor. and The GRE isn't always required. but the CCRN has a greater importance than the GRE in many programs but not required either.
@AizBasketball6 жыл бұрын
Stumbled upon this video and realized that Mia worked on the same unit that I am on now!
@phillipervin33297 жыл бұрын
Great video. I'll be there in August. Can't wait to get started.
@RodrigorReyes12311 ай бұрын
I had to do a ton of self teaching in nursing school. I hope those skills serve me well
@Delibeans7 жыл бұрын
Thank you for this, I'm currently a paramedic and want to get into nursing so I can one day be a CRNA.
@BoltCRNA7 жыл бұрын
Good luck out there.
@graygentle45437 жыл бұрын
That was cool pretty down to earth but still real
@pogipupers57054 жыл бұрын
What, if any, classes would be valuable taking prior to CRNA school? For instance, chemistry, organic chemistry, A&P again? Thank you Bolt!
@majorkong28696 жыл бұрын
Extremely helpful information! Thank you guys for this post it was very informational and the advice was extremely helpful! Thank you guys and good luck on your future career endeavors.
@ManuelRivera-np2ei7 жыл бұрын
Hey Bolt! First off, I just want to thank you for making a bunch of helpful videos with much needed insight. Secondly, I wanted to let you know a little about myself, my current situation, and also ask you a thing or two that I've been wondering about for sometime now. I currently live in El Paso, TX, I have a Bachelor Degree in Biology as well as Nursing. Have my CCRN, PALS, ACLS, TNCC, GRE, etc, and soon I hope to pass the CCRN-CSC. I've currently interviewed for 2 schools and am currently holding the #1 alternate spot for Western Carolina University's MSN-Anesthesia program. Having said all of this, most CRNA schools put a strong emphasis on the following science courses: General Chem 1, A&P 1 and 2, Microbiology, Statistics and Research, some even want Organic Chemistry. I have an "A" in all of these classes, except for Organic Chemistry, I made a "C". Therefore, I'd like to ask the following: 1. Should I retake organic chemistry even though I've applied to schools that don't require it? 2. Have you needed or have you found it useful to have a good understanding of O-Chem while attending CRNA school? How much O-Chem do SRNAs use? 4. Or is O-chem just a "weeding out method" for CRNA school applicants?
@BoltCRNA7 жыл бұрын
You'll use topics like physics and organic chemistry throughout the CRNA program. They apply to the pharmacokinetics and dynamics of volatile anesthetics, locals, ph levels etc. If the program you're interviewing at is concerned with your C in O-chem then I would retake it. If it's not something they found very important I wouldn't retake it. As long as you have a decent undergrad level grasp on chemistry you'll be in a good starting point for learning more advanced concepts in CRNA school.
@cozetteeastman19526 жыл бұрын
Are you able to work as an RN while going to CRNA school or do you basically have to quit your job and focus on school? Or would a casual position still be too much work for how much time you have to take to study, etc?
@BoltCRNA6 жыл бұрын
No, can't work. A rare few will try to pick up a shift or two a month but most don't even try.
@colterhinchey9266 Жыл бұрын
Did they make it through crna school with you?
@emmabragg44277 жыл бұрын
I'm a freshman nursing major and I have a 3.0 GPA currently, planning on bringing it up of course. I was so used to not studying in high school and getting away with a 4.0. I'm glad you said you don't study 100% of the time and that you value mental health. I'm just hoping to get out of nursing school alive lol but CRNA seems the best grad option to me and that's the ultimate goal!
@BoltCRNA7 жыл бұрын
Good to see you're setting your goals and working towards them. I'm definitely an advocate for mental health days and working smarter and not harder. Although I'll admit as the program progresses and the workload triples I'm finding it rare for me to find a day I'm not seriously studying.
@blakeypoo4u1322 жыл бұрын
You’re gonna want a way higher gpa than 3.0. I’ve been in the icu for 9 years. I take all the critical patients in sicu. I am also a clinical instructor and trained in midline insertion. I’ve applied to crna school 3 years in a row and can’t get in because my gpa is a 3.0
@emmabragg44272 жыл бұрын
@@blakeypoo4u132 I forgot that I commented this 5 years ago. I ended up changing my major, and now I’m getting my doctorate in occupational therapy!
@rozzier72937 жыл бұрын
Thank u for posting this you are awesome!!!
@jakeryan96537 жыл бұрын
hey, im in college right now finishing up my nursing school pre-reqs. i know i want to become an APN in the future, and i was wondering what made you decide to decide to go into Nure Anesthestry? im in between wanting to be a NP and a CRNA
@sk8er79917 жыл бұрын
You have the best videos! Inspiring
@chrisdebie59306 жыл бұрын
What is your most important skill regarding patient care? At the teaching hospital I work at CHLA the attendings/fellows would ALWAYS SCREAM at them..."AIRWAY AIRWAY AIRWAY" , "to-do that LMA/ET TUBE", "YOU INTUBATED HIS GASTRIC", "GET OUT OF MY OR". Do they preach that at your school?
@BoltCRNA6 жыл бұрын
The airway is an important focus. I wouldn't say it's to the extreme behavior that you described but if you're lacking in skill or safety your CRNA/MDA will let you know it quickly.
@rasrai37822 жыл бұрын
Hello, is it possible to succeed through the CRNA school while working a full-time job, in your personal opinion?
@BoltCRNA2 жыл бұрын
No, probably not even a part time job. I've known a small few who manage a loose per diem position successfully all through school.
@rasrai37822 жыл бұрын
@@BoltCRNA, unfortunately, I have to reconsider my decision. Thanks for the reply.
@MyNewLeafTV7 жыл бұрын
Good video, thank you for the information!
@hv13987 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for this!! Could you make a video on how you study for CRNA school?
@BoltCRNA7 жыл бұрын
Eymari Yinalen Interesting topic. People in CRNA school all study a little differently, I'd have to get a few students to talk about their methods. Definitely a possible future upload.
@mandykal3 жыл бұрын
I wonder where are your classmates now and how are they doing?
@focusonJesus75515 жыл бұрын
Bolt, I recently came across your page and absolutely enjoy the material you provide - thank you! I wanted to ask you, and maybe you have a video on this, but can you provide some advice on how one would remain financially stable while in CRNA School, and can you share some details on how you do it? If you take out loans, did you take out a lump sum to cover your living expenses throughout your entire planned time in CRNA School? I know that if I pursue this route, I would not want to work. So besides saving as best as I can, what steps would you advise be taken? Thank you!!
@BoltCRNA5 жыл бұрын
Glad you like the videos! I have discussed it somewhere before but I can make an upcoming video about it to go in depth about how I handled finances in CRNA school.
@focusonJesus75515 жыл бұрын
Bolt SRNA I sure do love them. They are a blessing - really. That’d be greatly appreciated! I’ll keep an eye out for it.
@benjaminplata-garcia85207 жыл бұрын
just a practical question.. were you working while doing your CRNA?
@BoltCRNA7 жыл бұрын
No, most programs prohibit you working at all during the program. If you choose to squeeze in one shift a week or something you will probably burn out, not to mention the professors won't help you if you go against their recommendations.
@thomastyner29197 жыл бұрын
I'm currently in nursing school. Should I get my associates in chemistry now or wait until I'm ready to apply for CRNA school. I was thinking it would be more fresh if I wanted to take the courses. Which one will make me a better candidate? Thank you! Last question!
@BoltCRNA7 жыл бұрын
Thomas Tyner Having an associates in Chemistry probably won't be very impactful on your application. Having organic chemistry on your transcript with an A will look great though. If you insist on a chem associates then I suppose the fresher the info the better.
@angelodecasas55687 жыл бұрын
should i take calculus? I've already taken stats, but i really want to know if calculus is really needed in crna school
@BoltCRNA7 жыл бұрын
For my BSN I had to take trigonometry/precalculus but beyond that I haven't heard of higher specific math requirements.
@julianesilvernight88225 жыл бұрын
I’m going into my senior year in highschool. It’s so scary thinking about the future and what steps tot take to get to my goal. I know I shouldn’t be too worried about this right now... I plan on going to a community college first, then going to a regular college earning my masters degree in business and nursing (just in case nursing doesn’t go my way). I just finished my junior year, and I have never pushed myself as hard as I did that year. I maintained a 3.8 GPA and I’m learning to not procrastinate and to always do more than expected. I’m a huge planner and organizer so I hope I can pursue crna as a career. Would you reccomend getting a dog during education, seems like there won’t ever be enough time for one...
@BoltCRNA5 жыл бұрын
Sure, you can get a dog. It adds an extra level of responsibility and expense though so make sure you are ready for it.
@thomastyner29197 жыл бұрын
What's make an good candidate after one year of experience ? I was thinking having an two degree related to CRNA school. Also, having a good 3.4-3.6 GPA and a strong GRE score.
@BoltCRNA7 жыл бұрын
Thomas Tyner All those things are helpful, some things more than others. I may make a video about how to make your application very strong.
@blakeypoo4u1322 жыл бұрын
@@BoltCRNA that would be the most helpful thing you could do because I think that’s what people struggle with the most
@blakeypoo4u1322 жыл бұрын
Gotta tug the right wieners to get into school
@Grassology-vs1hn7 жыл бұрын
Bolt, what CRNA school you're attending ?
@cnunez3522 жыл бұрын
Great video!!
@remiiang61007 жыл бұрын
i am about to go to high school and i want to be a nurse anesthetist, any advice for me? Maybe anything i should prepare myself for?
@BoltCRNA7 жыл бұрын
It's great that you already know what you want to do as early as the start of high school. Check out my interview with Cassie, she talks about her path to CRNA from high school and how she prepared.
@remiiang61007 жыл бұрын
Bolt SRNA thanks !
@harabas16 жыл бұрын
Hi there, my son is in Grade 12 and he is very interested in becoming a CRNA. May I know what subjects he needs to take and focus on? Is it biology, chemistry, physics?
@BoltCRNA6 жыл бұрын
Yes, he'll need to get his two years of prerequisites for a BSN RN program done, then apply to a nursing program and complete his bachelors of science in nursing which is approximately two more years. The two years of prereqs have a heavy math/science focus with some humanities.
@marcg87517 жыл бұрын
Can you do a video on how to survive financially through CRNA school?
@BoltCRNA7 жыл бұрын
Hah, if I figure that out I'll let you know. Serious answer is it's just student loans. There will be plenty of money offered to live on. Bank/loan companies love to give SRNAs money because they know you'll have a great income when you graduate. The catch is it accumulates and builds interest as soon as you take it out. Just live frugally.
@marcg87517 жыл бұрын
Bolt SRNA Haha thanks for replying so quickly. Had a mini panic attack at the prices of some of these schools lol. $70,000-130,000+
@annaed42917 жыл бұрын
I'm still working toward my Associates Degree in Nursing with the ultimate goal of becoming a CRNA. I personally struggled with A&P. To think that this requires something even more challenging makes me very nervous!
@BoltCRNA7 жыл бұрын
It's like getting ready to run a marathon. Right now you're trying to figure out how to jog 1 mile and looking years ahead at the 26 miles of the full marathon and panicking. Don't do that, focus on the 1 mile for now and you'll be surprised how much your capacity increases as years and education continues.
@rkara347 жыл бұрын
If you are looking at the crna route, make sure you are passionate about this. I am in a nursing program to become an lvn. After almost a year into it, I can say nursing is not the field for me. I'm just not passionate about treating people. I am however passionate about treating animals and becoming a vet. I will finish the program. But not gonna go further than that. I will go to vet school because I love animals . I will graduate at 26 but I will make good money and have a job I love a lot.
@BoltCRNA7 жыл бұрын
Good to hear you've found your passion and are pursuing it.
@southernroots50707 жыл бұрын
May I ask which CRNA Program in TN are you in currently?
@BoltCRNA7 жыл бұрын
I don't like to say on my channel just because my views and opinions are my own and don't reflect on my university. I don't want people to misunderstand my advice or anecdotes to be representative of my school.
@southernroots50707 жыл бұрын
I understand...I'm also originally from Alabama and have lived in TN for 15 years. Just recently moved to KY and I am just starting out on my nursing journey with ultimate goal of becoming CRNA. I have been looking at the options of anesthesia programs in TN although I'm sure VERY premature for my career. I am just trying to plan for the quickest route since I'm a late bloomer at figuring out what I REALLY wanted to do in life
@southernroots50707 жыл бұрын
Are you on Instagram or Snapchat??
@BoltCRNA7 жыл бұрын
Yes, my name on Instagram is Bolt SRNA.
@khadarkhaliif56677 жыл бұрын
hey! bolt currently I'm high school student, and I'm about to go college this coming fall I just watched some of your videos, you mentioned that chemistry and physics are required, looks like am not good at physics please can you give me valuable advice about that ? Thank you!
@WeAreObject7 жыл бұрын
Mr KaramaVEVO physics is required for a BSN, it's BASIC physics meaning Algebra, it doesn't have to be calc based physics
@khadarkhaliif56677 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much
@geoffreymuriithi21917 жыл бұрын
What do you do if you have a family? Considering CRNA school but that aspect of 'distractions' can't be put on the back burner.
@BoltCRNA7 жыл бұрын
There are a handful of students in class who have kids. They just have to become masters at time management and assemble a support team around them. There are sacrifices though which include not spending as much time as you'd like with family.
@higiniomarines84497 жыл бұрын
Do you have time to work? i'm sure you can't work a FT time job.
@JOHN_WICK_1016 жыл бұрын
So you can’t work when you go to school?
@arielthofield10423 жыл бұрын
Hi, my name is Ariel Thofield. I only did three years of high school. My "class rank" number was #246 out of 322 graduates. I was the "Class of 2017". I don't trust my parents and I can't trust them. I want to become a "Labor and Delivery" Nurse Anesthesist cuz I like babies, you know. Tell me what I need to do cuz I'm going to school to be a "scrub tech" but I do have anxiety and I can't have kids due to my anxiety.
@AZ-wg3eg7 жыл бұрын
...is that a distal convoluted tubule diagramming in the background....lol
@AZ-wg3eg7 жыл бұрын
decending, assending loop of henle..
@BoltCRNA7 жыл бұрын
Good eye. We were 4 weeks into studying the renal system. If I never see another GLUT 1/GLUT 2 or the way urea moves within the nephron, I'll be a happy man.
@AZ-wg3eg7 жыл бұрын
yeah it can be a little tricky. but it's good to go over the concepts of filtrate to urine, all that jazz.
@DrSpain-tu9hf7 жыл бұрын
How it interacts with the aldosterone/ angiotension complex too is interesting i believe the compounds influences sodium re absorption into the body which intern influences the water lvls to control blood pressure i think i could have a few details misplaced, but definetly going to blurt out some of the old a and p every once in a while to retain it lol
@Decemburrrrrr6 жыл бұрын
im in undergrad but i remember that whole system from A&P II
@melaniediamond68177 жыл бұрын
what was your major in the four year college you attended?
@BoltCRNA7 жыл бұрын
Melanie Diamond It was nursing, my degree was a Bachelors of Science in Nursing.
@thomastyner29197 жыл бұрын
How important is a good letter of recommendation ?
@BoltCRNA7 жыл бұрын
Thomas Tyner From what professors on the admissions panel have told me, they're pretty important. They want to know what other accomplished healthcare professionals have to say about you personally and professionally.
@roxannenoriega56615 жыл бұрын
Do you work while in school?
@BoltCRNA5 жыл бұрын
No, haven't worked in 3 years.
@thomastyner64537 жыл бұрын
If you are good at Chem and Phyics, will CRNA school be easy?
@BoltCRNA7 жыл бұрын
thomas tyner Having a solid foundation of Chem and Biochem will definitely help you understand the basics faster. Physics may help a little but not as important.
@Eman1900O7 жыл бұрын
Study group? I hate study groups
@jjlatinopedia5 жыл бұрын
All throughout LPN and RN school, I studied solo. There is no way in hell I would be able to focus. Especially if a student mentioned something I didn't go over yet, I would start panicking.
@AlexiaM4 жыл бұрын
I can’t do a study group. I have to read aloud and repeat things. People would hate studying with me LOL.
@thomastyner29197 жыл бұрын
What's the chances of someone getting accepted into CRNA school just having your BSN for an year? I feel like that person will do better than someone who been away from school for 5 years
@BoltCRNA7 жыл бұрын
Thomas Tyner We've discussed this topic as a class before. Everyone has different opinions but I think we all agree that having a few extra years experience gives you an edge in some circumstances while being fresh out of school gives you an edge in other ways. If you're a strong candidate they will take you with only 1 year experience, usually. Some schools require 2 years.
@simoninhaassis5 жыл бұрын
I enjoy your videos but the background music is very distracting on this one.
@nelyassin7 жыл бұрын
why did you become a crna? maybe you can do a video about that.
@BoltCRNA7 жыл бұрын
That's a good suggestion, I get asked that often. Thanks.
@8fufu87 жыл бұрын
What school is this?
@BoltCRNA7 жыл бұрын
I don't say my specific program on KZbin because I don't want my videos/opinions to be thought as representative of my program.
@8fufu87 жыл бұрын
Understandable. You guys are great though! Good luck!
@jaybig3607 жыл бұрын
Dude if crna is so bad why are you doing it ? Depression , suicide etc I
@andre1787 жыл бұрын
Is Tennessee a really religious state?
@jessicamccauley76206 жыл бұрын
I honestly believe RRTs should be allowed to do this. All the things we learn are closely related and a lot of our RRT specific skills translate well into this feild.
@mrstorrie8127 жыл бұрын
Um, are you just "naturally" smart or what? lol I feel like once I get to that level Ill have to study 24/7.
@Kaylinn157 жыл бұрын
i hate that everyones in "competition" mode in med school seems so unfair and cutthroat
@BoltCRNA7 жыл бұрын
We try hard to not be too competitive in our program. The professors told us day one that the competition is over now, we all got into CRNA school and no longer have to compete. For the most part, people adjusted well to that.