“How will you contribute to the profession?” “Describe issues facing CRNAs and how you will contribute to solving those issues?“ “How will a Doctorate degree better prepare you to address healthcare issues facing our country?” These are all real essay prompts. And many of you struggle to answer them. I get it, it’s hard to understand the nuances of a profession that you’ve shadowed for just a number of hours. But the expectation is that you are able to speak intelligently about (at least some) of these topics in your essay and interview. And don’t just regurgitate, try to be genuine about how you will actually contribute. This post is an EXCELLENT starting point. Take these topics and start to research. Head to the AANA website and start reading. Ask your CRNA mentors. You can do this, put in some effort, these points are literally key things you need to start with. And of course, attend State and National AANA meetings. And Accelerator students, you have access to a full...