How to get out of CRNA

[bongyonghorangi]

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My husband has pushed nursing on me and right now I'm taking the prerequisite classes to the nursing program (ASN). He has jumping on the nursing-bandwagon heading to CRNA school (only he's not the nursing student, just the spouse), but it's not what I want to do. Now don't get me wrong, the idea of nursing is a wonderful profession, it's the reality of what nursing is today that I'm not interested in. I want to become an occupational therapist and work with children with disabilities, not become a nurse anesthetist. If I wanted to become a provider, I would have vouched to go to medical school. My husband is just looking at that paycheck and thinking of what it could do for our family (not that a OT's salary is bad! I don't understand). The reason he wants me to do nursing is because you can take baby steps with nursing (making money inbetween degrees), but I just don't think I'll enjoy being a nurse (I've heard so many horror stories), especially if it's ICU/ER (as the CRNA require as a prereq). Should I look for work as a psych nurse once I get my ASN and move in that direction (BSN-OTD)? Is that possible to find work in mental institutions or is the hospital the only place that hire's new grads?

 

[2ez]

I'm a career changer. graduated with my ASN in 2010. Not sure about your area, but the Magnet Designation is huge in hospitals now...and most if not all in the NJ/NY/CT area require a BSN for employment. Nursing Homes and Rehabs are still hiring ADN/ASNs though.

My point is for you to see what is required....because you may need a BSN like in this area here.

Also, I would suggest you shadowing a RN in the different areas before deciding that Nursing may not be for you. there are many options available.

The CRNA programs are tough....a tough 2yrs, but the effort is rewarded for those that are able to complete a program as you know.

After the ASN, you will need to get a minimum 1-2yrs of critical care experience to apply to the CRNA program. But like i said, if the hospitals are requiring a BSN, going back to school for this may delay your plans.

and I just had a thought.....CRNA programs require BSNs too...unless you have a bachelors in another field...then you can do a Bridge program which is an additional 3-4 classes.

 

[PrinceVersed]

Also keep in mind that there are very large difference between what you will be doing as an RN in the ICU and what you will be doing as a CRNA in the OR.

I will be the first to tell you that I hated everything there is about RN nursing. I would not encourage my worst enemy to do it. But, there is a good deal of flexibility and money to be made in it. Like the OP said, look around. Follow people. Ask questions. Make an informed decision. You might actually like nursing. Some people really do.

Overall, my advice is do what makes you happy because there is nothing worse than waking up everyday dreading your entire life because you hate your job so much. And even tons of money doesn't fix/compensate for that.

 

[zenman]

You have a problem that needs fixing first...your spouse and his family. You do what will make you happy. Are you Asian?

 

[jwk]

You have a problem that needs fixing first...your spouse and his family. You do what will make you happy. Are you Asian?

A rare agreement 😉 your husband and his family are a pain.

 

[zenman]

A rare agreement 😉 your husband and his family are a pain.

Now you know there are many times when you wish you could be like me....

 

[SRNANUPE18]

Seems like another TROLL post to stir the pot! The road to CRNAland is long & rough! It takes much more than a wish!

 

[bongyonghorangi]

You have a problem that needs fixing first...your spouse and his family. You do what will make you happy. Are you Asian?

I'm not Asian, but my husband is (South Korean, born and raised in his country not ours). Because his English skills are limited, and I'm a wonderful student (so far a 4.0 GPA), I need to be the bread winner in the family I guess, which I'm fine with, I just resent being pushed into an occupation I have no wishes to do... I have to remind myself that it's their culture and value and I need to understand/respect it, so I don't get upset with it, but that dosnt make me want to do nursing anymore than I did in the first place (especially CRNA).

 

[bongyonghorangi]

Seems like another TROLL post to stir the pot! The road to CRNAland is long & rough! It takes much more than a wish!

what? I'm not wishing to be a CRNA, did you read my post? I don't see how this is trolling, and I'm trying to stir any pot, so forgive me if it came across that way.

 

[AnnoyedByFreud]

I really don't understand this thread. You're an adult. It's your life. If your husband is unhappy that you aren't choosing the career he wants you to have then he can get over it or gtfo.

 

[zenman]

I'm not Asian, but my husband is (South Korean, born and raised in his country not ours). Because his English skills are limited, and I'm a wonderful student (so far a 4.0 GPA), I need to be the bread winner in the family I guess, which I'm fine with, I just resent being pushed into an occupation I have no wishes to do... I have to remind myself that it's their culture and value and I need to understand/respect it, so I don't get upset with it, but that dosnt make me want to do nursing anymore than I did in the first place (especially CRNA).

I've lived in Asia and in many countries the man doesn't want the wife to work. When they move to the USA I explain to the man that in this country, if he wants to fit in and be like everyone else, that the woman also works. And I explain all the benefits of that...bigger fishing boat, new pickup truck, etc.. I'm just guessing here but does your spouse want to be "the man" and work also? If so, then what is he doing about is, such as improving his English skills? I have yet to see a Korean who was not able to learn ahead of most Americans. Remind him that a happy wife is one thing he should strive for. 😀

I guess you knew before you got married that you would be marrying the entire family.

 

[physasst]

I really don't understand this thread. You're an adult. It's your life. If your husband is unhappy that you aren't choosing the career he wants you to have then he can get over it or gtfo.

This^^^^^^

I think you and your husband need to have a LONG talk and possibly some counseling.

 

[bongyonghorangi]

I've lived in Asia and in many countries the man doesn't want the wife to work. When they move to the USA I explain to the man that in this country, if he wants to fit in and be like everyone else, that the woman also works. And I explain all the benefits of that...bigger fishing boat, new pickup truck, etc.. I'm just guessing here but does your spouse want to be "the man" and work also? If so, then what is he doing about is, such as improving his English skills? I have yet to see a Korean who was not able to learn ahead of most Americans. Remind him that a happy wife is one thing he should strive for. 😀

I guess you knew before you got married that you would be marrying the entire family.

Yes, he is trying, he just really isn't the school type of person, he wants me to work with my mind and says he works with his hands.
And well, no, I didn't know when I first married him that I'd be married to the whole family, but I sure did find that out quick! lol

 

[bongyonghorangi]

Is it possible to find work in mental institutions or is the hospital the only place that hire's new grads?

 

[Dranger]

My husband has pushed nursing on me and right now I'm taking the prerequisite classes to the nursing program (ASN). He has jumping on the nursing-bandwagon heading to CRNA school (only he's not the nursing student, just the spouse), but it's not what I want to do. Now don't get me wrong, the idea of nursing is a wonderful profession, it's the reality of what nursing is today that I'm not interested in. I want to become an occupational therapist and work with children with disabilities, not become a nurse anesthetist. If I wanted to become a provider, I would have vouched to go to medical school. My husband is just looking at that paycheck and thinking of what it could do for our family (not that a OT's salary is bad! I don't understand). The reason he wants me to do nursing is because you can take baby steps with nursing (making money inbetween degrees), but I just don't think I'll enjoy being a nurse (I've heard so many horror stories), especially if it's ICU/ER (as the CRNA require as a prereq). Should I look for work as a psych nurse once I get my ASN and move in that direction (BSN-OTD)? Is that possible to find work in mental institutions or is the hospital the only place that hire's new grads?

BSN is prime in many places.

You've heard horror stories about ER/ICU nursing ( I enjoyed ER the most) and wish to avoid it but you talk about working in a mental/psych hospital? Wut.....

 

[alpha2agonist]

If you do not want to be a CRNA then do not, you will not be able to deliver the care that a patient deserves, nor will you be happy with yourself, a loose loose situation. The answer...as Nancy Regan said "just say no".

 

[chimichanga]

..loose loose situation.

...Nancy Regan said "just say no".

http://www.thefreedictionary.com/loose

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nancy_Reagan

Too funny

Try this next time:

http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/lose

 

[fab4fan]

Tell your husband if he is so hot for having a CRNA in the house to go to school.

Nursing is a difficult job, and it's hard to get through school and deal with all the profession requires of you when you want to be a nurse. If you have no desire to do it, you are going to be miserable. Jobs a scarce right now for nurses, and your choice in specialties will make your job search even more difficult unless there's a facility that has a large psych dept. that's close to you.

Don't let someone, not even your husband force you into a career choice you don't want. No amount of money will negate how miserable you'll feel if your heart isn't in it. Pick a career that interests you, and tell your husband to shove it.

 

[fab4fan]

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BSN is prime in many places.

You've heard horror stories about ER/ICU nursing ( I enjoyed ER the most) and wish to avoid it but you talk about working in a mental/psych hospital? Wut.....

Some of my best nursing stories are the ones I have from working on a psych. unit.

 

[bongyonghorangi]

Tell your husband if he is so hot for having a CRNA in the house to go to school.

Nursing is a difficult job, and it's hard to get through school and deal with all the profession requires of you when you want to be a nurse. If you have no desire to do it, you are going to be miserable. Jobs a scarce right now for nurses, and your choice in specialties will make your job search even more difficult unless there's a facility that has a large psych dept. that's close to you.

Don't let someone, not even your husband force you into a career choice you don't want. No amount of money will negate how miserable you'll feel if your heart isn't in it. Pick a career that interests you, and tell your husband to shove it.

Thank you, I really appreciate the advice. I does feel nice to be able to talk about my feelings (even if it is only an online forum!) and not have them shot down everytime. 😳

 

[fab4fan]

Thank you, I really appreciate the advice. I does feel nice to be able to talk about my feelings (even if it is only an online forum!) and not have them shot down everytime. 😳

Any time. 😉