WHY I CHOSE NP INSTEAD OF CRNA | MY STORY + DECISIONS!

[@brianmatthewhall]

As someone who is a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, I wanted to point out a few errors in your post. 1. Nurse Anesthesiology can be extremely flexible. I personally work 4 days a week with a lot of vacation time built into my schedule. I have friends that work schedules that are one week on and then one week off. However, I also know people that take jobs that are 24/7. It all depends on what you want to do. 2. Anesthesia is not all in the operating rooms, you can work in a hospital, at a surgery center, office based anesthesia, GI clinic, dentist office, providing pain management, etc. If you choose to work in a more rural setting CRNA’s are also utilized as an Intensivists (not required but there is a fellowship for that). You can also sub-specialize as a CRNA (peds, OB, trauma, hearts, pain management, neuro, etc). I primarily work at a pediatric hospital caring for neonates to adults. I do hearts, neuro, ortho, general surgery, urology, ent, trauma, liver transplants, optho, heme/oncology, dental, radiology, regional anesthesia/pain management and trauma. I also work at an adult level one trauma center. You can also own your own anesthesia group and run a hospital’s or ASC’s anesthesia department. Yes you are doing anesthesia but it can vary a significant amount. I’m glad you found something you liked. Nurse Anesthesia school is extremely daunting, both educationally and financially. There are no part time or online versions so you have to be willing to give up 2.5-3 years of your life and income as an RN to become a CRNA. I worked an average of 60-80 hours a week in the OR plus having a classes every day and lots of projects and papers to write. All of which I would gladly do over again. This job is not for everyone.

[@fatimafrancesa]

thank you for the information for other people to know about!

[@VisualKeiArtist]

@simply elizabeth in MA, 27 months at BU or 32 months at NEU. Both after at least one year of ICU experience

[@nicolekawa1265]

simply elizabeth I can’t believe that. They all require ICU experience. You may want to check again and make sure they are accredited.

[@TheStrawberry9936]

How did you manage working like that..and going to school FT?

[@ShellybearG]

Would any type of ICU be sufficient experience (like NICU) or is it strictly adult ICU?

[@MiSSEZJONAS4lYFE]

I graduated with my BSN in May 2016. I just completed my first year of FNP school!!! Good luck with everything ❤️💕 i love your channel

[@LivingMyBestLynnzy]

I am graduating with my BSN in May ‘18, and I am swinging back and forth for my FNP or CRNA, thank you for your input I really appreciate it. ❤️

[@lunax8068]

Hey, how are you, & where are you in your profession?

[@babyglovegirl]

I’m obsess with your educational hustle!🙌🏽❤️ I just finished my first semester of college taking my prerequisites for nursing. I’m pursuing the mental health role in nursing, Psychiatric NP☺️ Please continue to make more videos like this, very helpful and informing😭❣️❣️❣️❣️

[@anamae9502]

Brittbratt : work in a behavioral health unit and see if you like this route..

[@tiastepneysodyssey4784]

go girl

[@TomYawns]

you end up doing psych?

[@queenbutterfly4888]

are you a psych nurse?

[@katiebeer7044]

I've been struggling so hard to find the motivation this semester. I'm a freshman nursing student now really hoping to be an NP and you are so beautiful, strong and inspiring! Thank you!

[@kiplingordon]

The options that an NP has is the same reason why I chose to become an acute care NP instead of a CRNA. I make a great salary as well (located in NYC).

[@lifeofnovaa4318]

I love your channel ! & I’m actually applying into Nursing Programs with hopes of becoming a CRNA !

[@medmadeez9159]

Life Of Novaa Good luck to you! You can do it! It will be tough it will be tough but well worth it!

[@sydneyschmidt190]

Mae Flower, you need a bsn to apply for CRNA school. The DNP program is three years.

[@AishaCRNA]

3 years!

[@ShivamPatel-xw3ut]

@Mae Flower you obviously dont know much about crna school

[@xoloveerica6793]

JUST GOT DONE WITH MY LAST FINAL AND COMING HOME TO THIS VIDEO WAS JUST PERFECT!

[@newnatural445]

omg same

[@JasmineGhee]

Thank you for saying SALARY should not be why you pick a career field. You don't know how many people have told me they want to be a nurse because of the money....lol....girl if they only knew.

[@fatimafrancesa]

girl! good luck to them when they get that first check lol

[@Transformers318]

I'm confused nursing where I'm at generally pays $40-65$ an hour I know multiple RN's who get payed that well & where I work pays RN's really well. Is it because I'm in California?

[@disflylatina]

yes, it's because california. i hear it from travel nurses ALL the time. California pays well.

[@Dineromia]

I'm in TX and we get about $40 an hour, I didn't know nurses weren't paid well in other parts of the us :o

[@shemarcollier3457]

Analee Cadena depending on the state you live in the coast of living is different it even varies depending on what part of the state you live in. I researched this because I was always told north Texas holds some of the fastest growing city’s in the US being I was born and raised here I could see what they were talking i my self looked into it and found that the information I was told was true I then began on looking at multiple job fields and multiple salaries and Texas,California,New York and Colorado had some of the highest averages across the US look into your state and your job of choice for your salary it varies tremendously good luck fam.

[@Desi2121000]

I really love your videos. I don’t plan to be a RN or in that field but it’s great to see different mindsets and how they feel about it. Growing up with a single mom that paid for insurance that we couldn’t afford to even use. I know you’ll make a difference.

[@marijimenez8545]

You just got a new subscriber! Thank you for the video. I’m currently struggling with a career change. I wanted to be a registered dietitian but now I’m more interested in becoming an RN. I’ve prayed, cried and researched so much this past month and finally made the decision to go the nursing route. You’re right about us making our own decisions bc at the end of the day, we’re the ones walking in our shoes! Wish you the best💕

[@clevelandsimon5652]

Make sure your doing it for the love of people if not you will be miserable and quit I have known miserable nurses do what you love money shouldn’t be the main factor

[@marijimenez8545]

cleveland simon thank you for the advice 💕

[@michelleaquino7581]

FATIMA !! ❤️😍 you are always slaying girl !!!

[@pynkstarr]

I really enjoy your videos so much. I found you a few weeks ago because I miss college and saw that you vlogged...been hooked since. The main reason I watch your nursing type of videos is because I feel like they are helpful for everyone in some way. Your story is inspiring to me, so I'll continue to support. I'm excited for next year, it's about to be Litttt! Thanks for sharing this story Fatima!!! 💕

[@fatimafrancesa]

thank you!

[@AbbyMerida]

Currently applying to the nursing program of my school and you inspire me so much! You currently have opened your own clinic and the amount you’ve been growing is amazing ahhh I’m so excited for nursing

[@PrinCiplez]

Thank you for this. Going into nursing CRNA was my end goal. I'm originally from jamaica, so the option to go into ICU as a new grad wasnt there. Immigrating to the US, I continued my med surge experience, while searching for ICU jobs. Then I started traveling (I got bored being at one hospital for so long), all with the plan of travelling for a year then settling into ICU to lay the foundation for CRNA. But something life changing happened I guess, everyone kept telling me how great of a clinician/NP i would be and i should consider pursuing that degree. After much research etc, i enrolled july '18, and presently i'm in my 1st semester of NP school. Up until seeing this video, I was still planning to do CRNA after completing my degree, not so much because I wanted to, but because I felt I 'owed' it to myself (as it was my original goal). But as you say, we change. I guess I didnt want to accept that, maybe CRNA wasnt for me anymore.

[@alisateague6205]

Mischion murphy hey my fellow Jamaican im just about to start nursing school with the end result to become a CRNA got a long way to go...keep chasing your dreams girl

[@elchanie]

You really do have a gift of educating and providing that preventative care... just by making this video and sharing that insight! Wishing you the best.

[@lifeofmaryanne2412]

this video needs a million views! pls dont ever stop making videos because you have no idea how much you guide others or how much you impact other people's lives. some just honestly need that push or find their spirit animal in somebody else to get them thru and im sure im not the only one! cant believe i found you at my lowest point in nursing school and damn will be taking the boards now in a month or 2!!!!!!! much love girl!!!!!!!!!!!

[@elsang7359]

This video was really helpful, I'm in nursing school and was interested in becoming a CNA but I was also interested in becoming an NP too! You're career path is basically what I want mine to look like in a few years and I appreciate you sharing your journey in furthering your education!

[@waskokri]

I relate to you so much! This was sooo helpful. I was all about CRNA as well but FNP lifestyle is where it's at!

[@Itsgorgeouseverything]

Finished my last exam and I plan to stay inspired by watching you!

[@dianakitonyo]

Hey girl! I liked what you said that the money is not top of the list for you! I worked as an icu Rn for 3 years and now I am in nurse anesthesia school but when I was in nursing school I always knew I wanna do icu and nothing else and then I always knew I wanna be a CRNA and not a NP! And I did shadowed a CRNA before applying to school and I never made up my mind! I do appreciate that you picked what u thought is going to make you happy!

[@Jcsuperstar22]

I remember requesting you do this video like 10 times and you finally made it! Thank you so much this helps me alot in my future decisions as to which path i choose to go as a nurse

[@fatimafrancesa]

Jessica Cundari lmao sorry this was so overdue seriously 😂😫😫 glad it was helpful!

[@roxanardh]

You're an angel for making these videos. Thank you so much.

[@emmyvictoria5580]

I love your videos and how real you are! I’m also a nurse that graduated in 2015. I started in the hospital, hated it, went into public health but couldn’t get the thought out of my head and others telling me that “all” nurses work in the hospital/need the experience to become an NP. So I went back to the hospital (mistake). Needless to say it just isn’t for my personality and my heart is in public health and primary care so I’m going back to that job and can’t wait! Your videos inspire me to keep moving forward with my plans to be an NP even if I don’t have a ton of hospital experience. I want to be walking in heels to see my patients one day 👠😉

[@fatimafrancesa]

I hear you! the bedside is just not for everyone! period. not my style at all and just refuse to go back to that type of nursing. I love the community!

[@carlottar8894]

Thanks Sis! Again, you are such an inspiration💗 I start my FNP program in January and I'm sooo excited! Girl yaaass #going4broke LOL...you know grad school is EXPENSIVE AF! But worth it if it's what your heart desires. You are so right, anyone considering this profession PLEASE do your research! I can remember I googled so much I had endless nights falling asleep reading on different forums😂😂..I wish you continued success in your journey!!💖😘💯

[@nikkipurplerain3941]

Thank you so much for posting this video!! I am getting my BSN and I am trying to decide if I should continue onto a CRNA path or NP program. This video helped.

[@shannamarie7269]

Yes so true..preventive care is most impactful! Thanks for sharing your journey and decision process. Can't wait to see what next year will bring! Xo

[@christinacange6976]

Yes!! You are so inspiring. Thank you so much for the useful and important information Fatima. Research really is important. Have you started clinicals yet?

[@christinacange6976]

and you answered the question before I finished the video because I was too excited lol. I can't wait to hear about your experience.

[@fatimafrancesa]

Christina Cange lol 💕 I start in May!

[@myajasmine8157]

girrrrll you are so stunning!

[@America-fb2uz]

New subscriber and I love you !! thank you for all these videos, I am going to start my BNA program next week , and im freaking out I wanna be really informed about the different paths in nursing. Im going to follow your advice. Good luck in everything.

[@Tootiefruity2111]

I love you so much girl!!!💗 You make such awesome videos and make me want to wait on them😘

[@princess287love]

Lol she had to flex that Apple Watch real quick @ 2:49 😂😂

[@reaganwalbert4933]

I just wanted to commend you for the social media comment. You are spot on and I think it’s awesome you included that message in your post! My husband is currently in crna school, but I’m personally conflicted about which advanced degree to pursue once he graduates. Thanks for your perspective!

[@tdo7125]

Your vlog spoke to me and gave me a clearer path. Thanks for sharing and following your heart.

[@DylanGuitar525]

I wish they had a CRNA program here in germany, im currently in a CCRN/CRNA program, its only two years, not a masters program and you want to know how much i earn more? 70 dollars a month, its a joke. 35-40000 a year as a RN is a joke. Professional Nursing in Germany is dead. You all should be glad to have such a good healthcare system in the US in germany its all about how the system is trying to save money by gutting out Healthcare providers. 1:20 patient ratios on med/surg at night 1:50, no CNAs on Intensive care units so RNs do Meds assist with diagnostics, do bed side nursing, we even clean the rooms after 18 pm because thats when no more cleaning persons are on duty. Its f*** up.

[@keondrabrown96]

Your videos are so helpful! (You replying to snaps too) Love watching the journey. #nerdgang

[@p3rpl3skittles]

Do u recommend waiting a few years before going back. I just finished nursing school and will be starting my job soon. Should I start applying within a yesr of working or wait a few years

[@Matamoroscamila]

Hi I’m from Chile but I’m highly interested into becoming a NP or a PA I was wondering if you could do a video explaining all the nursing titles like BSN MSN DNP and the road to getting them like what can you apply to after you get your BSN something like that in all the nursing road I get very very confused and I would highly appreciate it 💕

[@deem.4527]

Camila Matamoros Honestly, just google it. Everybody else already knows that so she isn’t going to upload it, honey.

[@jessicaaaaaaaaaaa95]

BSN=bachelor of science in nursing MSN=master of science in nursing DNP=doctor of nursing practice

[@fatimafrancesa]

hi! Jessica explained the titles perfectly. & yes I will further explain nursing titles and routes

[@Caitlyn.Campbell]

Love this thanks for being so informative

[@Thyselfbtru92]

What about being a CRNA would not have fitted your lifestyle? Or future lifestyle?

[@gisselortegaa8024]

I just found your channel 🙌🏼 Subcribed!❤️ I really want to go into nursing I just don’t know where to even start Do you have any suggestions?

[@Ruthlessbone]

Did this have anything to do with the burden of the stress CRNA cuz I have heard you need to maintain a "B" and what not? Cuz I hear the market is flooded with NP cuz many people who fail CRNA go to NP and actually get it

[@fatimafrancesa]

not at all. you have to maintain a B in NP school also

[@Ruthlessbone]

@@fatimafrancesa thanks for the response cuz I'm in a dilemma whether I want crna or NP but leaning towards crna..

[@patriciaacosta2664]

Fatima Francesa what happens if you don’t get a B. Do you have to retake that course?

[@janjaf844]

@@patriciaacosta2664 No, once you fail your out

[@katefin283]

You are so inspirational! You are a boss #nerdgang

[@roseperez57]

Congratulations!!! You are a great role model and inspiration. Keep it up 😊😊😊😊

[@jnav96]

Nice video! I have one more year of nursing school and I hope to go to CRNA school soon. Got to shadow a CRNA last week because I asked my clinical professor. I loved the OR and I hope to shadow again. I can definitely see why CRNA might not be appealing to some people, but I think it would be a good fit for my personality.

[@michellepadua4889]

This is so helpful. I started out wanted to pursue as a CRNA. Then after awhile, i realized that I wanted to focus on primary care because of my personality and interests. How many years have you worked as an RN before applying for the FNP program? I am at my 8th month as an RN and my goal is to apply fall 2019.

[@rentomagan428]

Thank you so much for this!! I can relate to your sentiments! This has helped reaffirm my decision. God bless you and your journey! 💖

[@majestyfrances]

Do hospitals can finance your education for NP? In addition, is it possible that you can work and study at the same time? Thanks in advance

[@SugaPsyched]

love your videos! Im a Psychiatric RN and I just applied to psychiatric NP school!

[@kenzieshaff]

Curious, how does FNP school compare to nursing school? I'm in an accelerated RN program right now and know I am going to want autonomy and potentially my own practice one day! Is FNP the same as DNP? Can an FNP open their own practice without a DNP? Thanks chica!

[@traceygarner7764]

DNP is Doctor of Nursing Practice (basically a title) and FNP is Family Nurse Practitioner. Yes, any NP can open up their own practice. The State you live in will determine your autonomy. You can be a DNP FNP... Doctor of Nursing Practice Family Nurse Practitioner. I hope this helps.

[@thaniilok]

HELLO FATIMA! First of all, you are GORGEOUS. CRNA vs NP that is how I found you! thanks for this video! you just learn a new follower!

[@BlueAngel2397]

Very informative and great video. What do you think of occupational therapy?

[@adasa66]

Love the colors of your walls. Can you please share the name an company. Thank you

[@LauraLopez-iy1gz]

This was 1000% helpful for me. I am in the same position as far as being stuck between the two but after listening to your reasoning I'm more pushing towards np now. thank you!

[@kiarafriday2057]

Can you do a video on the pros and cons of online learning,tips for online students,and how to get/maintain a high gpa as an online student?

[@fatimafrancesa]

Kiara Friday yes I just filmed that already! Planning to upload next week

[@kiarafriday2057]

Fatima Francesa thank you!,I can’t wait ☺️

[@Selinas223]

Hey! I'm currently in my first semester in Nursing school to be a RN it's quite overwhelming but I'm liking it I start praticum soon any quick advice? I love your videos btw had to take a break sadly because of school :)

[@Ivan-jj3lh]

+Fatima Francesa , i am almost basically walking in your shoes lol Hispanic Premed Major graduate , just switching to nurse practitioner route, ... but i would like to know your opinion on NP vs PA. You are someone who has more experience in hospital settings,so I would like to know your opinion on this topic. I'm sure you may have had your encounters with them at some point, would you go back for the PA route instead?

[@caribaez5711]

Ivan G PA and nurse practioner, NP are more Independent 🤗💘

[@samanthac9480]

Y’all in the states are so lucky to have more options after RN...in Canada 🇨🇦 we need 2 years full time RN experience and we only have primary care NP or peds NP wahhh

[@fatimafrancesa]

really?! crazy because I actually considered Canada life at one point and through research I did find the nursing career was limited over there!

[@Mariahh016]

Sounds like Texas 😭

[@glowingxlights9652]

I'm also from Canada, and I'm not sure if I should even become a RN. I really love everything about Nursing but in the long run I want to continue my Masters in NP. I have looked furthermore and have not found any jobs that really look for a NP. Now I ask myself is it all really worth it? I mean 4 years of Nursing and then 2 years of working in the field and another 2 years of NP school.. Would really love to hear someones opinion.

[@asiasimone1416]

no we have adult too

[@kenyacook7231]

Thank you so so much! i needed this video. im 1 yr into nursing school, one more year to go and at this crossroads right now.i felt pressured by my family to do this but i'm just not sure. blessings! Xo

[@Fusionfamilylife]

Im finish my prerequisites and appling to the nursing program. My question is im in my thirtys and have a family and im afraid as a nurse i wont have a family work balance. What area of nursing do you think is a good work and family balance

[@nikkyluv2244]

vee Beauty hey hun, I took the liberty of answering this question, but not sure where you are in your nursing journey. However I wanted to tell you to not get so caught up in the family balance before you even start your journey to nursing school... why??? Because being as though you do have a family already, you will learn the meaning of sacrifice early.... and this will shape your path n future good luck to You

[@hunahealer7210]

Can you share your lipstick color?

[@symphoniforever58]

I want to be a NP as well but I want to be a Pediatric Nurse Practitioner..would I have to go through a Family Nurse Practitioner program in order to do that?

[@Datnrsnat]

Symphoni Forever no! They are two separate pathways. Family is all lifespans with a rotation in Peds, and PNP is what it is, just the kiddos till 18 or 21 (state depending).

[@melanie6616]

Hey Fatima I enjoyed ur video. I’m just worried I won’t be able to balance going to FNP school and working full time as a nicu nurse

[@mujjuman]

Hi are you from New York?

[@sidrah283]

Which program are you doing the FNP ? Also how long did you work as a nurse before you pursued masters ?

[@sidrah283]

Also can you do both Crna and NP?

[@StephenAlexanderVideos]

6 months she said in a video awhile ago and got accepted

[@caribaez5711]

Fatima where is your video where you talk about why you picked being a nurse instead of a medical doctor?

[@onegreenenvy]

what is the salary of anesthesia versus np

[@esmeraldarojas1879]

What do you use to edit?

[@jenniferphillips5006]

Do you think it is possible to go from an OR nurse to a CRNA?

[@jmpxlife8316]

Jennifer Phillips no, it’s not possible unless you also have icu experience as well (and some schools ER experience)

[@MandieHeartsLife]

Thanks for sharing this was very helpful! Love your points here❤

[@zineblazraq8068]

Do nurses in the U.K. Have this option as well to specialise?

[@cursivedubline5]

I'm wondering if you've met or know any people that graduated with a BScN from a foreign country and managed to further their education towards becoming a CRNA or an NP in the United States. My situation is a bit particular, since I will be graduating with a degree from a nursing school in France. I'm born and originally from California so none of the visa requirements, of course, will affect me. A lot of the information online is a bit obscure and vague. My goal is to eventually become a CRNA in the United States. I have no desire to return to the US, but CRNAs in France (which aren't called CRNAs but are called IADE: Infirmier Anesthésiste Diplômer de l'État) are underpaid and have less autonomy than those in the US. Plus, I want to join the US military as a CRNA, and my ship has sailed for doing so in the French military since I'm now too old by their standards. Anyways, if you have even the slightest information on the aforementioned that would be greatly appreciated. Thanks for the cool video, by the way, and congratulations on your fine work.

[@dianachep9674]

cursivedubline5 it is possible, I know alot of people who have a nursing licence from their country and after sitting and passing the Nclex ( nursing exams ) in the U.S they get the license . So it is possible!

[@royjohnson9043]

If you could go back, would you choose to go to med school over NP?

[@fatimafrancesa]

Noooo 😁 I’m glad I made the switch early in my education path

[@lizkeith1356]

please fellow nurses, watch the movie VAXXED.

[@khriskingtv4494]

Hi Fatima, is it true that nurse practitioners will be required to obtain a Doctoral degree in a few years ?

[@GabiToast]

Christian Hollis yes if I remember correctly that will start in 2025

[@876ordirtd5]

I’m actually moving from icu to tele fnp school here I come in about a year. Any one have opinions on this move?

[@Ama28]

Thank you for sharing your video. why you didnt want to be a PA instead? Thank you.

[@blessinggyasi9650]

So you have to be a registered nurse in Oder to be a CRNA or NP?

[@ariellaariellaaa2757]

Blessing Gyasi yes You have to have an bachelors degree in order to go into your masters CRNA and NP are master degrees so you have to get your bachelors in nursing before going into CRNA or NP

[@bridgettdenise236]

U motivate me girl 💙💙

[@IDEALCONFIDANT]

Your story was very helpful. Thank you!

[@Elitepresshd]

Not going to lie one week on one week off is probably the best shift one can work

[@Ayshammm1]

Do most NP programs require RN work experience?

[@TheWarWitch.]

Yes ALL require a BSN degree and atleast 6months - 2 years of experience!

[@samanthac9480]

In Canada NP requires 2 years experience!!

[@suheralshukrt3141]

V Q Australia is the same

[@flippcrazy]

I have only seen bsn grads pursuing a psych NP be accepted without any work experience & they were staying within the same school. Its possible but idk if best route?

[@MonroeLeFay]

most schools require experience, but there are some programs that participate in "BSN to DNP" meaning students who have recently graduated from nursing school with their BSN (and subsequently passed NCLEX) can apply to the DNP program and get accepted without having been employed as a nurse. some students who take this route prefer to work part-time in addition to taking classes in order to maintain their clinical skills. i'm not sure about all schools, but these students applied to the school's DNP program from which they received their BSN.

[@DavidLeeKim]

Is it possible to make $200,000+ as a psychiatric nurse practitioner?

[@dianemarie409]

David Kim Not in this country.

[@kiplingordon]

Yes at least here in NY. I have a friend that's a psych NP with a 200K base salary. I am a acute care NP here in NY. My friend loves being a psych NP.

[@anubhullar6046]

This was amazing! I am starting an accelerated nursing program this fall (16-month program). I have a B.A. in Biology and worked as a research for few years and will now have a BSN. I can't decide between CNM/FNP or CRNA. I have done research in Anesthesia and have 2 years of Biochem research and know that I can handle the science of anesthesia. But my heart is in women's health. You've really helped me understand that although my background will be ideal for CRNA I should follow my heart, which is to work with mothers and women.

[@jordans1917]

Hypothetically speaking if I took your route into nursing, and wanted to be a surgeon, how would that cone about?

[@fatimafrancesa]

Jordan Semmel you would still go to medical school after an undergrad degree and complete a residency in surgery

[@jordans1917]

Fatima Francesa so that route is plausible? It can happen?

[@caramia4477]

sure can! you just have to complete the requirements for med school. youll need to take their prerequisite classes like chem and physics and what not. im thinking about the same route (not surgeon though lol)

[@TheWarWitch.]

You can get into med school with any undergraduate degree. You just have to had completed all the prerequisite classes

[@fatimafrancesa]

Yes if you are FOR SURE you want to do med school, then go for a science degree so you can cover all pre-reqs faster. But if you want OPTIONS, then do a nursing degree just in case you change your mind about med school. That’s what I did, changed from pre-med to nursing and it was the best option for me because now I have this world of opportunities after my BSN. A lot of my science major cohorts are stuck with a science degree after they decided not to pursue med school. which is not very flexible job wise. So choose your major wisely! Hope that is helpful.

[@matthewfinn7120]

"Christmas is in the air☃️" Girl, SAME 😂

[@keonakeys9228]

Motivation 🙌🏽

[@ashk322]

YESS!!!! I LOVE IT!!! MOTIVATIONAL

[@jessicacancela4315]

I graduated nursing school in December 2015 as well!! ♥️👩🏻‍⚕️

[@Your1Wish]

Thank you for this video!

[@Zahra-zl6yf]

Love you sis and keep going inshallah 💞💞💞😘😘😘❤️❤️❤️

[@07psimmons]

Thanks Tima, you have my wheel spinning!

[@brandythompson9044]

this video was so helpful thank you!!!

[@caribaez5711]

Nursing videos are more compassionate and awesome comparing to MDs videos 🤗

[@Layna_layna]

You are so gorgeous!!!

[@aquamarine7619]

If you want action and high pay rate go for CRNA 👍

[@anamae9502]

Yeah being a CRNA pays good but it's boring. I personally cannot stand the repetition of the process patient after patient..in the OR.

[@dough3087]

Ana Mae anesthesia is also utilized outside of the OR although that's their primary location. They're utilized heavily in OB, IR, trauma teams, GI, etc. There are even flight teams (think Marylands shock trauma center) that put an MD and CRNA on their helicopters. Even being in the OR alone will offer a variety of cases. Deterring other's from pursuing this for being "boring" isn't a well founded argument. For those who have a strong interest in the hard sciences (chem, physics, bio) and procedures, CRNA will be a very interesting and fulfilling career. I have yet to meet a CRNA who doesn't love what they do but I'm sure they are out there.

[@BSN09RN]

It is very fair to say it can be considered boring to someone. It can be repetitive in some fashions. Even in OB. And yes there are different types of OR cases, but in big hospitals most OR staff is placed in the same general type of cases. Based on their strong points. Of course you get different cases. But most don’t go from General surgery, to peds, to Cardiac, to ortho all the time. In small hospitals it’s a little more variety at Times. But you still get the same types of cases. And the process is repetitive. I’ve worked in surgical services for over 5 years. Do I find it boring, at times, yes. Overall No. But her point is a valid point.

[@dough3087]

Are you suggesting an NP in an academic center is any different? Think ED where they are given lacs, PNAs, kidney stones, etc. Hell, in an academic center, you have case specialized MDAs as well. My point is that it's already a daunting task for someone to commit to the CRNA route but deterring someone by suggesting "it's boring" is, again, not fair just as calling NP boring for its theory heavy education or the mild cases taken in academic centers is not fair. In rural America where you take whatever comes your way, who covers nearly all the anesthesia? The CRNA.

[@BSN09RN]

Doug Hardekopf you missed the whole point. That is her opinion. It’s a valid one. Period. Yours is not any more or less valid. So you can’t scold someone for giving their opinion. Period.

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