Is CRNA School Really Worth It?

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Is becoming a CRNA worth it? In this video I talk about the schooling, stress, money, job competition with Anesthesia Assistants and Anesthesiologists, work life balance, scheduling and more!
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I am a wife, mom and CRNA (certified registered nurse anesthetist). I went to nursing school to get my ADN, started working and then went back for my BSN. I was a travel nurse for 2 years before starting CRNA school. I loved travel nursing so much but I also love anesthesia so I went back to school to become a CRNA. Fitness is a huge part of my life. I've competed in powerlifting and Crossfit. Jon and I own a gym together. We are vegan because we are both huge animal lovers. We are also foster parents!
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@TheSchoellerFamily 3 года назад

What is the most important factor for you?!

@crochetbykennedy 3 года назад

Time!!!

@lessgohenry 3 года назад

I'd say time as well, but good things take time:)

@bsbeach 3 года назад

Passion and Job security go hand in hand. I think both are important for me because if I’m not passionate then I’m go be unhappy and also with this market of unemployment due to covid, it’s important to know I’ll always have a job.

@kimberlyann2582 3 года назад

Time and choosing CRNA school over having children. Seems difficult to balance both

@xxofrazierxx 3 года назад

Time from my children

@BoltCRNA 3 года назад

Great job breaking down the cost/benefit of being a CRNA!

@JonSchoeller 3 года назад

I would argue that it's only worth it financially if you are going to save up to pay cash, or work part-time during school to keep loans to a minimum and/or live well below your means for the first few years after graduating to pay those debts off. Someone who makes 80k and saves/invest 30k a year ends up wealthier than someone who makes 230k but only saves/invests 10k. As you said, no amount makes it worth it if you plan on doing this for 20 years and aren't passionate about it. Also, you look gorgeous per usual.

@TheSchoellerFamily 3 года назад

Agreed, passion and love for the job is #1! Aw thanks babe 😘

@kendrickmendez2662 3 года назад

you guys are awsome! lol

@JonSchoeller 3 года назад

@@sunnykhan1643 you don't need to know how to do those procedures yet but you do need to be excited about learning how to do them. You don't become passionate about doing something after you have mastered it, your passion is what leads you to master it in the first place. I would ask yourself "Am I interested and excited about leaning these new skills?" before committing 3 years and 200k to it. Hope that helps.

@corianneelizabethbeauty 3 года назад

Best advice ever 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾

@jmend8859 3 года назад

Also there's an opportunity cost during school. Its not just how much school costs but the money you would earn during those 3 years that you are not making. 200k+ how much you would have made over the years...so if you work part time, it would be half your income x3 years+the 200k you have to pay back.

@hannahf8882 3 года назад

Your honesty about these sort of things is so awesome. I kind of expected you to immediately be like “of course it’s always worth it, it’s your passion, who cares about the cost, etc.” but you really laid out the facts. It’s important for people to be fully aware of what they are getting into when choosing a career and you’re a fantastic advocate of that. Not a CRNA, but love your vids just because you’re awesome!

@TheSchoellerFamily 3 года назад

Thank you Hannah! There are so many factors that need to be considered in addition to love for the job! Glad you liked it!

@EdD-ym6le 3 года назад

I can't believe your so honest and open about everything . You are the model of how and what someone who provides career advice should be . Sweet is to sour as Rhianna is to politician lol . It's refreshing to hear honest media .

@TheSchoellerFamily 3 года назад

Thank you! I try to show the good and bad haha and yes I'd be a terrible politician 😂

@ariannaholzmann2228 3 года назад

I can’t believe I stumbled upon your page. I want to be a travel nurse and then become a CRNA. Thank you soooo much

@RJ-fb3rx 3 года назад

This is such an important question for people to ask themselves before starting grad school. It comes down to picking an affordable school and making sure the numbers work in the long run. For many people it is helpful to find a hospital that will pay for school. One of my friends found a small hospital in NY that is paying his whole way through CRNA school so he will be debt-free and raking in the dough. Great information love the video!

@chandraforrest8399 3 года назад

My favorite RU-vidr!!! Great video per usual!!!❤️❤️❤️‼️‼️

@matchmadeinmedicine3727 3 года назад

You are so right! Can't do this job for the money because it is becomes your life. It really must be a passion so you will love what you do as you go through the grueling process of getting to your end goal

@chepchep9580 3 года назад

My friend sent me a link to your RU-vid page! They know that my dream is to be a CRNA I am a ADN student and my story resonates with yours! I have literally watched all your videos over the last couple of weeks and I am so inspired, and you have an awesome personality! And I think it is totally worth it! My best to you , keep bringing us along❤️

@MommaNurse 3 года назад

I agree with you... Passion! I always say if you love what you do then it makes everything you do easier. As a nurse everyone always says I make things look so easy and I always remind them it's because I LOVE what I do as a nurse. ❤️

@tonylamar8598 3 года назад

First off, congratulations on completing your journey to become a CRNA. I have been watching your videos throughout your journey , and you are definitely an inspiration to many people who are in various phases or steps in becoming a CRNA. I am about to start my journey very soon, and I am excited but so nervous at the same time. I know it will be very challenging and tiring, but I feel confident and ready to start my journey. I have shadowed many crnas and I know this is my passion. I will hold on to my passion and hang on for the ride while I’m in school. Great video!

@marcela6398 3 года назад

Yaay!! Thank you for this video! Please make a video about the reasons you love being a CRNA.

@TheSchoellerFamily 3 года назад

Yay! Okay!

@SamSing-ew5ge 3 года назад

Girl I’ve been following you from the beginning. You’ve always been super motivating and I’m so proud of you . After years of trying to transfer from the OPerating room , I finally was able to transfer to a cticu . No one wanted to give me a chance because I was an OR nurse . They all recommended doing medSurg first . I was determined not to do that because crna was always my goal . After working with so many crna , and them pushing me , and me sending hundreds of applications hoping some one would take me into an icu . I finally got in . You’ve also motivated me to save , save , save . I’m super cheap . The only thing I spend my money on is food . I’ve managed to save 70k. Hopefully in the next two years I can save up to 150k. The cticu is so hard and I feel so stupid , but I’m determined to make it . I’m at a disadvantage because of my chronic fatigue and lupus but I know where there is a will there is a way . Thank you for letting us follow your pathway .

@juliaharmon2412 3 года назад

You got it. Just take it one step at a time. Remember, everyone is always a beginner before they master anything

@SamSing-ew5ge 3 года назад

@@juliaharmon2412 thank you 🙏🏽

@rinkugurung2458 3 года назад

My husband is in CRNA school right now. Its a lot with 2 kids and me 🙂 We watch all your videos. They really help us.... all the honest information you provide.

@bettysmith4527 3 года назад

Good luck to your husband, and you both will be strong and get through it, there is a light at the end of the tunnel!

@kirinnaicker8871 2 года назад

Good luck 👍

@kylemurdock9968 Год назад

Is he out now?

@rinkugurung2458 Год назад

@@kylemurdock9968 oh yes!! And he is doing great. He is working at a hospital. 1099 and he is happy, great work life balance and well compensated 🙂 The journey was not easy but totally worth it!!

@Hannah-zr9mp 3 года назад

I’m so inspired by you! Thank you for making videos!

@TheSchoellerFamily 3 года назад

Aw thanks!!

@kaynenbrown5102 3 года назад

Another great video.

@TheKandySweetness 3 года назад

Thank you for this video ❤️

@meganclark898 3 года назад

I’m considering CRNA after graduation!!! But I also like maternity such as labor delivery and NICU♥️

@childofgodfornowon904 3 года назад

You is a inspiration to me God bless you and your family and thank you🙌❤️

@TheSchoellerFamily 3 года назад

💜💜💜

@prianggaibrahimas7515 3 года назад

Rhiana thanks for a great video ,

@kuewilliams444 3 года назад

Great video, you have to have passion for what you do, but the 💰💰💰 doesn't hurt

@jennyprecious2681 3 года назад

Thank you! I’m currently a junior in Highschool, my end Goal as of recent is to become a CRNA, it really bummed me when they said we needed a doctorates degree now to be in this profession but I am a family person so I love my family, I feel like this job will be rewarding and still give me time to spend with my family. I’m still doing my research tho because I don’t quite understand the requirements for 2025.

@thesunnyedge 3 года назад

Very interesting video! I never really entertained the thought of becoming a CRNA before becoming an NP because I didn’t think the job would suite my personality, but I like your advice to do some shadowing beforehand if someone’s on the fence. I’m sure that would help a lot of potential students decide! 👍🏻

@sheilatrn4633 3 года назад

Do you have an in depth video on travel nursing? I’m currently pursuing my BSN and gaining experience on a cardiac step down unit and hope to do travel nursing in a few years and wanted to know what travel agencies you used, tips, and some experiences you had. Thanks! :)

@carlymichelle204 3 года назад

Have you mentioned in a previous video how you do those 24 hour shifts? I'm just curious if you're busy working that entire stretch or if you get multiple breaks? I know it's possible, but to be sharp mentally I'd imagine you'd need a nap or something haha.

@kristenyoung123 3 года назад

Can you do a video about the differences between a CRNA and an Anaesthesiologist?

@itzelmontalvo6645 3 года назад

Does being a nurse ever become repetitive?What about CRNA?Someone told me yesterday that it becomes boring and it is not creative but I do not believe that!

@CalvdyzJum 3 года назад

Did you get an in-state tuition? Or the school that you attended was private? I’m planning to gain residency and stay at the CRNA school that I got accepted to prior to year 2.

@moviefan1646 3 года назад

Hi I love your videos much love from the uk. I’ve got a question if I do a bsn degree in the uk can I move to America or will I have to give some kind of test

@MendandMake 3 года назад

Love your videos. Any chance of getting in an icu straight out of rn school?

@emilydunn3187 3 года назад

Hey Rhianna! I am currently in nursing school and hope to get a job in the ICU when I graduate. I would like to shadow a CRNA but was wondering if you recommend doing it now while I am in nursing school or waiting till I graduate and start working? Thank you!

@lessgohenry 3 года назад

My plan is to finish ADN. I need one more semester! Then work at this hospital that has an ICU Grad Program for about 2 years. Then get my bachelors while I work, then hopefully apply to CRNA school. It would be a dream come true. The only thing is that I keep getting Bs and Cs in nursing school right now so I feel as if CRNA school will be much harder.

@Jas-tn5oj 3 года назад

Henry Suarez Don’t be discouraged. You’ll be a different person in a couple years, and you may have new motivation to do well and graduate! But maybe consider retaking those Bs/Cs courses to make yourself a competitive candidate :) Good luck!

@lessgohenry 3 года назад

Am I able to retake nursing school courses? Even though I wouldn't be in nursing school technically after I graduate?

@Jas-tn5oj 3 года назад

Henry Suarez Of course! Depending on what courses, there’s online options or courses offered at local colleges (not sure where you’re based). I’m in my first year of CRNA right now and I’d say during my interviews, they looked at my pure science and anatomy/physiology/pharm grades the most.

@lessgohenry 3 года назад

I had no idea you can take pharmacology, or mental health again after you've taken it already in nursing school. I live in Vegas, I will definitely retake them after I graduate. I want to do everything I can to get in. Congrats on your CRNA acceptance and 1st year by the way!

@michaelrincon559 3 года назад

I'm in a similar boat. Got As and Bs in nursing school but before that I got a few Cs as an undergrad grad. Over all before nursing I had a 2.9 now I probably have a 3.1 or 3.2. Really considering going but not sure if I even should. Needless to say if youre going adn to bsn. The BSN side you get alot of writing classes (by what I've heard) so should be easy As.

@isabelduenas-ponce305 3 года назад

OHSU Nurse Anesthetist program is around $125,000

@bettysmith4527 3 года назад

Thank you for the video. Did the school offer health insurance, and if so do you remember how much it cost?

@jordynelson143 3 года назад

I have my doubts about going this path vs travel nursing. Currently in second semester of my ADN program and love it so far!

@user-tb3lj3lg9s 3 года назад

i’m pretty sure you can travel as a CRNA too

@jordynelson143 3 года назад

Alyssa j you definitely can, but im not 100% if I can even finish CRNA school, it seems super awesome but at this point im just not dead-set on if I want to become a CRNA or just travel as an RN

@user-tb3lj3lg9s 3 года назад

jiffy jordy oh ok well the good thing is you can always go to grad school later on if you choose to be a travel nurse and change your mind later

@jordynelson143 3 года назад

Alyssa j yes soo true! Thats what i think im aiming for, is just graduate and get my BSN, while working in the icu/er as a traveler maybe and if i excel ill most like go back for CRNA ill guess we will find out when the time comes, years down the road😅🤪

@user-tb3lj3lg9s 3 года назад

jiffy jordy yeah i’m a senior in hs so i got a long ways to go😪

@gummyotter1287 3 года назад

So how exactly does one job shadow a crna, as a person who isn’t yet in the medical field ?

@charleneconstantino1618 3 года назад

i agree.. how do you shadow? been a nurse for a couple of years but im on the shy type. takes time to warm up to people and make friends.. so how can i shadow?

@Stonekiller12 3 года назад

Charlene Constantino hey Charlene how is it being a nurse as a shy person? I’m also shy and I’m in nursing school. Do you like your job?

@isabelduenas-ponce305 3 года назад

Can you make a video about how to shadow a nurse? Do I have to schedule an appointment, if so how?

@catherineericson229 3 года назад

How does a 24 hour shift work? Do you not sleep?

@gerald4133 3 года назад

You said it ! Cathy is determined. Great advise every recommended. Thanks

@sarahsmith3749 3 года назад

I am starting CRNA school in January and have extreme anxiety about it/ wondering if I am smart enough. Any tips on what to study before hand or things I should brush up on before I start? Btw i LOVE your videos.

@nillywilly4 3 года назад

Don't study! Take some time off work beforehand. I started this fall, and it's busy but I'm learning everything I need to thus far. I start clinicals in 2 months! There really isn't a way to study for crna school when you don't know what it entails or know anything about anesthesia equipment or monitors. You'll learn it all. My best advice is to take some time off. Whether that be 2 weeks, or a month or so. I took 2 months off and it was amazing to get in the things I wanted to, knowing that my next couple years would be lacking in any sort of extracurricular activities. It let me take a break from a stressful ICU job and just let me RELAX

@stingthekitty 3 года назад

Watching this video as a Canadian wishing that we had CRNA’s ☹️ Im absolutely fascinated by anesthesia and so saddened by the fact that we don’t even have this option here ,you really have to go to Med school to be an anesthesiologist. But I love my country so I’ll stay here still ☺️ 🇨🇦 🏒 Haha

@proudly_precious 9 месяцев назад

If u r not married or have kids, u can migrate to the usa. U can even pick a state close to canada, so u aren't too far from home. Life is too short to not do what u r passionate about.

@user-kf8zq6eo8d 3 года назад

Are CRNA schedules similar to BSN - RN scheduling, for example, is it possible to do 3 12's or is it a more strict schedule of 9-5?

@trendymadness5159 3 года назад

Depends on hospital culture, but 3 12s seems to be general in the profession.

@Stonekiller12 3 года назад

How much time did you take to become a CRNA from the first day of undergraduate till the last day of CRNA school??

@lizandramedina1162 3 года назад

Rhianna, how come most CRNA schools require intensive care experience? and you also mentioned if you are thinking about going to CRNA school, shadow or work in intensive care?

@NurseJamu 2 года назад

From what i have gathered through my research, ICU experience is required so as to familiarise with vasoactive drips, hemodynamic monitoring and troubleshooting vents among other things. This is helpful for the practice of anesthesia, so having the skills mastered beforehand will definitely help to smoothen the transition to practice. Also, there are so many applicants each year and fewer schools. Therefore, there has to be some criteria to cut the numbers to a select few.

@cg2158 3 года назад

My biggest concern is definitely the student loan debt

@nillywilly4 3 года назад

It's a concern, but you kind of have to have a mindset that it's necessary to get to where you are, and try make a plan to pay it off early. Try not to spend all your new found money on fancy new things. My husband and I plan to live our current lifestyle for a couple years and try and pay it off quickly to minimize the interest. If you set your mind to it, you can pay them off easy peasy!

@drei000 3 года назад

if you listen to what you should pay attention to?

@adaeze4873 3 года назад

Was it easy to find a job right after school? I’m worried that I won’t pay off the debt

@TheSchoellerFamily 3 года назад

Yes everyone in my class had jobs right away.

@FellowOfHammer 3 года назад

I don’t think I’ve ever seen a video where you are not smiling 😂

@kennethuwimana8425 3 года назад

Can you work at the ICU during your undergrad to try and shorten the during of time it takes to be a CRNA?

@TheSchoellerFamily 3 года назад

No, you have to be a RN

@drei000 3 года назад

Great Vidio What do you look for when listening?

@TheSchoellerFamily 3 года назад

Thanks!

@Hennickssy 3 года назад

8-10 years? Oh lawrdyy 😩😭

@TheSchoellerFamily 3 года назад

Yes 😅

@immm224 3 года назад

Hi what gpa did you have to get into crna school

@nancy852 3 года назад

Hello!! I am currently doing my pre reqs for nursing ! With two kids and it’s really hard! I’m hoping to be a crna in the future !

@kimberlyann2582 3 года назад

Kudos to you. Your blessed to have 2 little motivations roaming around the house. Nursing school is difficult but worth it. Keep pushing!

@marciaregina3069 5 месяцев назад

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@lb7467 3 года назад

Do you have to be really good at organic chemistry and physics to be successful in this career? I'm awful at all of those subjects

@mkithcart3 3 года назад

Yes and no. That question is like asking if you need to be good at organic chem and physics to be a doctor. Doctors don’t calculate velocity and acceleration formulas all day long or discuss carbon chains. But a good, solid foundation from school in those subjects makes it easier to understand and apply medicine or anesthesia.

@lb7467 3 года назад

@@mkithcart3 so it's more of like a way to connect concepts?

@mkithcart3 3 года назад

Emma Dawson yeah! I think you could realistically supplement most of the material if you had to. A good school will incorporate ochem and physics into the anesthesia curriculum. I don’t think many people could/would remember a semesters work of chemistry from undergrad 5+ years ago

@ariannaholzmann2228 3 года назад

Where did she go to school to become a cRNA