IMPROVE HEALTH
AS A CERTIFIED REGISTERED NURSE ANESTHETIST WITH QUALITY PATIENT CARE IN DIVERSE CLINICAL TEAMS AND SETTINGS »» Nurse
Anesthesia Master’s Concentration
University of South Florida College of Nursing TRANSFORMING HEALTHCARE, TRANSFORMING LIVES CREATING THE NURSING LEADERS OF TOMORROW AND THE RESEARCH THAT IMPROVES HEALTH
Be a Leader in Nursing Anesthesia! Nurse anesthetists (or Certified Registers Nurse Anesthetists - CRNAs) practice in every setting in which anesthesia is delivered, from traditional hospital surgical settings to primary care and specialty healthcare clinics. CRNAs are the sole anesthesia providers in nearly half of all hospitals and more than two-thirds of the rural hospitals in the United States. Nurse anesthetists break barriers by providing anesthetics for U.S. military and Department of Veterans Affairs healthcare facilities, as well as 100 percent of all anesthetics for the United States Army frontline facilities. Make a difference to patients across the nation and the armed services as a Nurse Anesthetist with an master’s nursing degree from USF!
Dianne Morrison-Beedy, PhD, RN, WHNP-BC, FNAP, FAANP, FAAN Senior Associate Vice President, USF Health Dean, College of Nursing
Why Nurse Anesthesia? »» Make a difference to the patient and family »» Use skills to allow patients to experience pain-free medical procedures »» Practice as a part of an interprofessional Healthcare team »» Practice with a high degree of autonomy and professional respect »» The cost-efficiency of CRNAs helps control escalating healthcare cost »» High demand in military, veteran, rural and general practice settings Why USF? »» USF is the fastest growing research university in the nation »» USF is ranked 8th as an ‘up and coming’ university, in the 2012 edition of the U.S. News & World Report’s Best Colleges »» USF ranks among Forbes America’s Best Colleges 2011 »» USF is ranked 5th Most Veteran Friendly School in the U.S. Why USF Nursing? »» Receive cutting-edge, high-fidelity simulation/virtual OR experiences at our state-of-the-art Center for Advanced Medical Learning Simulation »» Receive first choice in clinical placements and mentorship by anesthesia leaders across the Tampa Bay Region »» Market-based tuition »» 100% overall certification pass rates and employment on graduation »» Nationally-renowned faculty with real world experience The College of Nursing’s advisors are ready and standing by to speak with you about this innovative Nurse Anesthesia program. Think out-of-the-box, think Nurse Anesthesia, think USF! The USF College of Nursing is Transforming Healthcare, Transforming Lives: Creating the Nursing Leaders of Tomorrow and the Research that Improves Health.
Dianne Morrison-Beedy
The Center for Advanced Medical Learning and Simulation (CAMLS) is a $38 million, 90,000-square-foot facility that brings an unprecedented level of technical and teamwork training, simulation and competence assessment under one roof. The USF Nurse Anesthesia program has always had simulation built into its curriculum, its new home at CAMLS offers an entirely new environment with more simulation equipment offering greater specialization, including training suites with 20 anesthesia scenarios.
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Program plan
»» Challenging, innovative full-time curriculum »» 72 credit hours »» 7 continuous semesters starting annually in August
Finish in 3 Easy Steps! STEP 1 - Complete core Master’s courses Advanced Nursing Core Courses:
»» Research and Evidence Based Practice »» Advanced Health Assessment »» Pathophysiology/Pharmacology
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STEP 2 - Complete Nurse Anesthesia content courses
Nurse Anesthesia Content Courses:
»» Fundamentals of Statistics for Clinicians »»Anatomy and Physiology for Nurse Anesthesia I »»Chemistry, Biochemistry and Physics for NA »»Pharmacology for Nurse Anesthesia I »»Pharmacology & Physiology for NA II »»Principles of Nurse Anesthesia »»Principles for NA Through the Life Span »»Nurse Anesthesia Role Development »»Foundations & Methods of Anesthesia Practice »»Principles for Cardiothoracic Nurse Anesthesia
As approved by Graduate Council 04/16/2012, effective Fall 2012. Will be published in 2013-2014 USF Graduate Catalog.
Professional Respect Interprofessional
Nurse Anesthesia
Caregiver Break Barriers Autonomy
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STEP 2 - Complete Nurse Anesthesia clinical courses
Nurse Anesthesia Clinical Courses:
»»Nurse Anesthesia Clinical Residency I »»Nurse Anesthesia Simulation Lab I »»Clinical Correlational Conferences »»Nurse Anesthesia Clinical Residency II »»Clinical Correlational Conferences »»Nurse Anesthesia Simulation Lab II »»Nurse Anesthesia Clinical Residency III »»Clinical Correlational Conferences »»Nurse Anesthesia Simulation Lab III »»Nurse Anesthesia Clinical Residency IV »»Clinical Correlational Conferences »»Nurse Anesthesia Practice Comprehensive
Full Accreditation 100% Pass Rates 100% Employment Autonomy & Respect Competitive Salary
You want it. So ask yourself if not now, when? Apply online today!
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Compare us to any program. We are nationally accredited by:
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The Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) at the BS, MS and DNP levels The Council for Accreditation of Nurse Anesthesia Education Programs
We are fully approved by:
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The Pediatric Nursing Certification Board The Florida Board of Nursing
The University of South Florida is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS) to award degrees at the baccalaureate, master’s, specialist, and doctoral levels.
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PhD programs are approved by the USF Graduate School.
Admissions Our friendly admissions team is prepared to answer your questions and discuss with you the requirements for applying:
»» Bachelor’s degree (BS) with a major in Nursing from a regionally accredited college or university »» Competitive GPA of 3.0 or higher on all upper level baccalaureate coursework »» Competitive score on GRE, taken within five years of application »» Three favorable evaluations or recommendations (Clinical, faculty, CRNA/Anesthesiologist/RN)* »» Evidence of current RN Licensure in good standing »» Personal statement of goals* »» Current resume or curriculum vitae* »» A personal interview with a designated faculty member may also be required »» A minimum of two current years of experience as an RN in an aggressive critical care unit »» Current BLS and ACLS certifications (CCRN and PALS certifications are highly recommended) »» Undergraduate Courses: Pathophysiology, Pharmacology, Anatomy and Physiology I & II, Health Assessment, Chemistry, Statistics * Applicants must use required format (see program website)
So,what are you waiting for? Take the Next Step: Ask a question: »»Get an answer at the Online Answer Center. Attend live Information Sessions: »»Held at the College of Nursing. Contact us: »»Via email or phone: nurstudent@health.usf.edu or (813) 974-2191
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