WHY I CHOSE NURSE PRACTITIONER AND NOT CRNA | Fromcnatonp

Are you currently a nurse and you are not sure what APRN degree to choose from? Well you are not alone!
In today's video I am sharing my thoughts on the CRNA role vs the Nurse Practitioner role and why I chose NP over the high salary of being a CRNA. I am a former ICU nurse and many have the notion that if you work ICU you automatically want to attend CRNA school. Not the case! I am talking all about both of these roles.
Also this video will be a two part series, I have a friend who is a CRNA so if you have any questions about the CRNA please leave them in comments so that we will include them in the next video. Thanks for watching!
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[@justirandall4285]

My bank account is crying out, "be a CRNA!", my heart is saying, "be an NP"

[@KrishParmar-uy9on]

Haha..Same Issue😂🤦..

[@metalhead4404]

Don't pick your career based on money. While being a CRNA looks very attractive in regards to salary, studies have shown that money can only buy satisfaction and that begins around $75k/year. Money won't buy someone happiness. Also, if you're grinding as an NP you can make comparable money. Do some shadowing of both. This is the greatest advice someone can give you. I shadowed CRNAs and didn't like the workflow. NP was the right choice for me, so that is what I did. Do what is best for you and your happiness. Go put in the hours shadowing and you'll know what to do.

[@user-tb3lj3lg9s]

do people usually shadow when they’re already a nurse? i know a CRNA and i’ve been wanting to ask if I could shadow them but i’m not sure when the best time is to ask. i’m still doing my prereqs for nursing school, should i wait till i’m about to graduate with my BSN to ask?

[@ijeleo92]

I love putting IV’s in and I love sedated patients. I was always on the fence about going to NP school because I didn’t think I’d like seeing pts everyday. This might sound cold but I don’t want small talk, hand holding all day with patients. I want to be technical and do mechanical skills. I like to comfort my pts and do the best job I can for them but If I could do all the skills stuff all day I’d be happy 😃

[@fromcnatonp]

Nope does not sound cold at all. I totally understand I am a former ICU nurse who had pt sedated 90% of the time. Best of luck to you

[@udookoro6870]

As I'm currently procrastinating studying for my nursing school final, I just stumbled across your channel. Now I cannot stop watching your videos. I'm very glad I found your channel because it nice hearing from someone who sounds real and not just posting to post. As in, it is very evident that you make videos with the intent to inform students/future students and not just become a youtube nurse. I really enjoy your videos and look forward to more. (after finals lol)

[@fromcnatonp]

Thanks so much my dear! Nope no KZbin nurse over here, just trying to share the truth and my experiences. All the best to you on your nursing journey

[@MelloneeKecia]

Great videos as always 👍🏾👏🏾🤗 and very helpful

[@mmehrinfar]

I’m from the future, ten months from now you drastically change your mind, that is all

[@fromcnatonp]

Hey 👋🏾 guys! Thanks for watching please let me know in the comments what you choose NP or CRNA? And also if you are on the fence and have questions on the CRNA role I will be doing a follow up video with a CRNA? Thanks for watching

[@rmartin397]

Great content. Loving your channel and looking forward to part 2.

[@fromcnatonp]

Awesome, thank you!

[@jazzyj2243]

Thank you for sharing your experiences. One thing you can do as an FNP is a 1 year fellowship as ENP, and get certified so you can work in the ER, that might be a way to combine both FNP and ICU training without doing a whole post masters certificate course.

[@pedrovelez7357]

yuppppp, exactly what I will be doing :)

[@angienene]

Thanks for sharing this Laurie. I personally was on the fence between FNP, CRNA and PMHNP. The keyword you said here was that you found out that crna was just not a good fit for you after doing your research. I ended up choosing FNP after almost 2years of indecisiveness and thorough research.

[@fromcnatonp]

Thanks for sharing! I was in between ACNP, FNP and CRNA but on advise of many I chose FNP. I love being an NP just need to work in another area.

[@libbytibby]

I admire you so much. So intelligent and goal focused.

[@fromcnatonp]

AWWW! Thanks so much for that

[@uceeyo5294]

Very informative... i can't wait to watch the 2nd part. Thanks

[@fromcnatonp]

Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for watching

[@ajmelodic]

Awesome information!

[@fromcnatonp]

Glad you think so! Thanks for watching

[@lexasyokwia]

Subscribed siz!! Miss you

[@fromcnatonp]

Hey Charity! hope all is well, thanks so much for subscribing

[@vivek6764]

You stated that it is not a good idea to try for the advanced track for NP. Can I request more information as to why?

[@samihdaifallah3590]

I hold a bachelor degree in Chinese language with a 2.8 GpA do think I can find a school or do I have to have a nursing school

[@meganb8508]

You rock!

[@ladygadventures4144]

i'am still on my rn school and im already planning for this ehehhehehe thanks for your video, new sub :)

[@fromcnatonp]

Thanks for watching and good luck on your RN journey

[@ladygadventures4144]

@@fromcnatonp thank you so much. 😍📚📖

[@nyreshadchae9510]

Lori , quick request . can you make a detailed video about how much time you spend away from home as an FNP . how it was pre covid compared to now. how much family and personal time do you really have ? please please please

[@fromcnatonp]

That is a great topic I will get my thoughts together and do that, Thanks for watching!

[@nyreshadchae9510]

Fromcnatonp thank you so much 🙏🏾

[@jadecalay3949]

I have many people tell me that being an NP is a quick way to a failed marriage and no free time.

[@khannamialos6727]

Thank you for inspiring and enlightening me. I knew that I'll never be gonna happy if I choose CRNA over NP just because of compensation. And it would be a huge burden for me If I take the CRNA program knowing that being a Healthcare Lawyer is already a tough job.

[@fromcnatonp]

You are welcome. Are you a health care lawyer?

[@Maryam1.]

are you a lawyer already?

[@DabidRobinson]

Thanks for sharing

[@fromcnatonp]

My pleasure!

[@amberkait1]

Really interesting video! Its kind of shocking how different the entry requirements for NP school are in the US compared to Australia. Here you need minimum postgraduate cert or diploma, 2 years in your specialty field, and another 2 years at an advanced clinical level in the same specialty to even apply.

[@fromcnatonp]

Interesting! I guess every country has different requirements. Are you currently a NP in Australia?

[@rashidalewis7008]

Hi Lori! couple questions for crna . How do you choose the right school? What are some of the legalities and accountabilities in regards to practicing as a crna and is it different that being an np? is it’s better to practice independently as a crna or take the team approach as some hospitals offer ? Last question , am I able to do prerequisites before crna school?

[@fromcnatonp]

Thanks for watching but this video is super old and I did upload the video with the CRNA check it out some of your questions are answered in the video

[@scgraves98]

I’m torn between acute care NP and FNP mainly because I LOVE acute care but I also love peds

[@simplyygabi]

So if I became an FNP, I can do acute care? I want to work in the hospital setting.

[@fromcnatonp]

No you need acute care certification to be an acute care NP. There are some areas in the hospital that does hire FNP like the trauma service but if you want to work in the hospital you need to go to school for AGACNP. I explain more in this video. kzbin.info/www/bejne/ppzSpphnncyhgtk

[@beautybylia268]

Is crna school hard ? Is the pay competitive (high) , also does the science classes you take undergrad grade matter for crna ( getting accepted)

[@fromcnatonp]

Will add all these to the list!

[@adegbolaoluwawamiri3027]

You inspire me🥰

[@fromcnatonp]

Aww! Thanks so much

[@alignedwithchrist]

I agree...being an NP I believe there should be some form of work experience required prior to applying for NP school.

[@fromcnatonp]

Thanks for watching! I totally agree

[@lalmayalama314]

Im at 2nd years of my Bsn degree, how to be CRNA.?? Can i join CRNA after , completing bsn degree??

[@fromcnatonp]

You need to be a BSN prepared RN then apply for CRNA program I spoke more about it in this video with a CRNA: kzbin.info/www/bejne/jYjRhGCGasecf80

[@lalmayalama314]

Thank you 😊💓💓

[@huzairrashid7716]

can you be a dnp and still work as a pediatrician nurse practioner

[@fromcnatonp]

Yes! DNP only means you are Doctorate prepared as a NP and your specialty would be peds.. Best of luck

[@muskaantahirkheli6633]

I'm from north carolina and every NP program here requires 1 year of nursing experience before you apply! just like CRNA

[@fromcnatonp]

Good to know! thanks for sharing

[@LivingOnPurpose1]

Laurie-Ann hi 👋🏾 Question for you; what are your thoughts on 🇯🇲 healthcare industry/system?

[@fromcnatonp]

Well, I have many however, I do not want to be bias bc most of my knowledge comes from hear say. I have never worked in the health care system in Jamaica, however my mom was a nurse in Jamaica and lets just say when we do visit she has a lot to say about what is happening especially in our home town of Portland. Are you living in Jamaica or US? and what are your thoughts?

[@jadynpryor5374]

Could I go on both routes? I’m currently a student

[@fromcnatonp]

Yes! but you have to choose one program finish then the other. One of my professor in NP school was also a CRNA but she when to CRNA school first then she went and got her Acute Care NP degree

[@beautybylia268]

Im in nursing school. Im wanting to become a crna

[@fromcnatonp]

Good luck moving forward!

[@user-qw5pt3tn4p]

No comparison. CRNA is trained and more knowledgeable than NP And the Crna is trained by doctors. Icu nurse becomes NP and can’t read an EKG. NOT ALL BUT MOST.

[@dineshradhika4201]

Hi mam im final year of my bsc degree.which is best?crna? or np?

[@fromcnatonp]

All depends on what you want to do check out this video for more explanation of the CRNA role vs the NP role kzbin.info/www/bejne/jYjRhGCGasecf80 Best of luck

[@dineshradhika4201]

@@fromcnatonp thanks your valuable reply mam..❣️

[@lisasmith4192]

I prefer NOT working inside a deep-freezer!! Lol true story tho

[@fromcnatonp]

😩! Thats so true

[@staciep2638]

Nurse practitioner has waaaay more work!

[@bryannagarcia8881]

That’s how I feel! Like I like the repetition of CRNA , NP is like a MD (diagnose,prescribe etc)

[@doctor_feel_good_rx7467]

you, likely selected an N.P. over C.R.N.A because the N.P. is an exceptionally easy credential for those that don't make the cut for CR.N.A.