We couldn’t be more excited to have our first guest on the podcast! Marissa of @sassyanesthesia sat down with us to share everything about CRNA school from what experience will move you in the right direction, to writing your resume and standing out to get into a CNRA program. Marissa shares her story, what has drawn her to anesthesia, and how she has gone the extra mile to make sure she was prepared to take on her CRNA program and eventually the role itself!    01:30 Meet Marissa (aka @sassyanesthesia)! 03:30 Do you feel you should have CVICU experience before applying to CRNA school? 05:00 Does everyone in your program have ICU experience? 06:10 What led you to want to go into anesthesia? 08:30 What do CRNA’s do? 10:40 Where do you want to work when you graduate? 12:30 How is your school’s program set up? How long does it take to complete? 16:00 What requirements do you need to have to apply for CRNA school? 19:20 What looks good on your resume when applying for a CRNA program? 22:00 How can I stand out as an applicant? 24:30 What advice would you give your past self before getting into the program? 26:20 How long do you study?  28:00 Is it possible to work while you’re in the program? 29:15 Did you do anything to financially prepare for CRNA school?30:50 What was the interview process like for you? 34:40 What is your biggest tip for someone wanting to become a CRNA? Follow Marissa on Instagram | @sassyanesthesia   …………………………..   Connect with us on Instagram: @lifeinscrubspodcast https://www.instagram.com/lifeinscrubspodcast/?hl=en   Follow along with our personal Instagram pages too! @thenursekristen  https://www.instagram.com/thenursekristen/?hl=en @nurse.maddi   https://www.instagram.com/nurse.maddi/?hl=en