Nurse Anesthetist Personal Statement

Following my graduation with a Bachelor Degree in the Science of Nursing (BSN) from Northern Kentucky University, I decided to join the United States Air Force. Joining the U.S. Air Force with a BSN is a very competitive and intense operation. Unfortunately, I was not selected. Although, devastated at the time, everything happens for a reason. I knew I wanted to see the world, one way or another. Instead, after working at St Elizabeth Healthcare for approximately one year, I had decided to travel to advance my career and skills as a travel nurse.
During my travel nurse experience, I transitioned from working step down to Intensive/Critical Care Units (ICU), and I obtained my critical care registered nurse certification in July 2014. I have
I have always thought the job of a certified registered nurse anesthetist (CRNA) was exceptionally interesting, and it would be a great way to contribute to helping the lives of others. As a bedside nurse, I am very conscientious of my patients. I will carry this skill to become a excellent CRNA. As a CRNA, it is important to remain calm in stressful situations, adapt and prepare for the different challenges that may arise. With my experience as a travel nurse those are characteristics that I possess. It is very important to be able to thrive in a new work environment, with a new work team. During surgery, the patient’s outcome depends entirely on the anesthesia provider. This responsibility requires CRNAs to use every aspect of their anesthesia education, nursing skills, and scientific knowledge. CRNAs closely monitor the patient’s vital signs, regulate the anesthetic, assess the situations, make decisions, communicate clearly with the other members of the surgical team, and respond quickly and appropriately in an emergency. (http://www.aana.com/ceandeducation/becomeacrna/Pages/Questions-and-Answers-Career-Possibilities-in-Nurse-Anesthesia.aspx, 2017)Click and drag to