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Graduated nursing school, passed the NCLEX and started my nursing career!

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Transferred from ED and Flight Nursing to ICU.

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Started researching and determining what I needed to do to not only qualify, but stand out for CRNA applications. The autonomy and knowledge that was gained during flight nursing led me craving for a role with similar opportunities.

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Trained in RRT, CRRT, open hearts, and ventriculostomies.

Started Precepting New ICU Nurses.

Furthered leadership role as PRN charge shifts as well as education roles around the hospital.

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Enrolled in additional courses to improve GPA and prepare for CRNA school.

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Take CCRN exam.

Begin MTSA Advanced Physiologic Foundations course.

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Take CMC exam.

Shadow local CRNA’s, obtain at least 40 hours.

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Complete final copy of Resume.

Begin obtaining letters of recommendations.

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Complete applications for the list of selected schools.

Interview!

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Move and begin CRNA school!

Prior to this, not only will I continue to work in the ICU, but I will continue to enjoy traveling with my family.

*I anticipate moving and transitioning back into full time school/studying to be the hardest part.

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While school and clinicals are of the utmost importance, self care will be as well. I am fortunate that this will be the easier part as I have an incredible support system. They were there for me through both my ADN and BSN programs, and are prepared to help me accomplish the next step in my career.

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Graduate CRNA school and prepare for National Certification Exam.

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Start career as CRNA!

This is a journey I am beyond exhilarated for because I have no idea where it will lead me, as the possibilities are endless. I have the opportunity to move to any part of the country for school, and as intimidating as it seemed at first, I am learning to find bliss in the unknown.