Gear & shop
Gear & Shop
Everything for the serious CRNA candidate — curated study tools and affiliate picks, branded merch for the journey, digital downloads, and the clinical apps students actually use.
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Clinical Essentials
StethoscopeLittmann Cardiology IV
The gold standard for ICU nurses and CRNA students. Superior acoustics for cardiac and respiratory auscultation. Worth the investment.
Nurse Mates Ultimate Nursing Bag
Durable, organized, and large enough for a CRNA program's clinical day. Multiple compartments for books, equipment, and personal items.
Epocrates (App)
Essential drug reference app for clinical rotations. Free tier covers most needs; Plus adds deeper interaction checking. iOS and Android.
PenlightPrestige Medical Penlight
Pupil gauge built in. Bright, durable, clips to your pocket. A clinical staple that costs next to nothing.
Study & Reference Books
CRNA Board PrepMorgan & Mikhail's Clinical Anesthesiology
The textbook for CRNA programs. Dense but comprehensive — most programs use it as the primary reference. Get the latest edition.
PharmacologyStoelting's Pharmacology & Physiology
Deep-dive pharmacology specifically for anesthesia. Referenced in almost every CRNA program curriculum.
Anatomy & PhysiologyGuyton & Hall Medical Physiology
The definitive physiology textbook. If your science prereqs feel shaky, this is the reference to rebuild your foundation.
CCRN PrepPass CCRN! by Robin Donohoe Dennison
Top-rated CCRN study guide. Getting your CCRN before applying significantly strengthens your application.
ICU ReferenceThe ICU Book — Paul Marino
The go-to bedside reference for ICU nurses serious about the 'why' behind critical care. Shows programs you're thinking beyond tasks.
CCRN PrepCCRN Exam Secrets Study Guide
Mometrix test prep for the CCRN. More concise than Dennison — useful as a second pass or a shorter-format review.
Application EssaysOn Writing Well — William Zinsser
The most-recommended book for clear, compelling non-fiction. Invaluable for personal statements — teaches you to cut filler and write with purpose.
Critical Care NursingCritical Care Nursing — Urden, Stacy, Lough
The comprehensive critical care nursing reference. Strong foundation for ICU practice and CCRN prep.
Tech & Productivity
LaptopMacBook Pro (M-series)
CRNA programs involve heavy simulation software, video lectures, and documentation. The M-series handles all of it with exceptional battery life.
Note-takingreMarkable 2 Paper Tablet
Many CRNA students swear by the reMarkable for handwriting notes during lectures. Feels like paper, syncs everywhere, no distractions.
Noise-cancelingSony WH-1000XM5 Headphones
The best noise-canceling headphones for studying. Noisy housing, dorms, or library — these block it all out.
Laptops, Tablets & Workspace
LaptopLenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon
Editor's pick. Lightweight, exceptional keyboard, business-grade durability. Runs Windows natively — great for Windows-based simulation/clinical software.
TabletiPad Pro (M4)
Top tablet for CRNA students. Apple Pencil + GoodNotes for handwritten notes, PDF annotation, and pharmacology diagrams.
TabletiPad Air (M2)
The sweet spot of price and performance. Supports Apple Pencil Pro and all the same apps as the Pro, lighter on the wallet.
External MonitorLG 27UK850-W 4K Monitor
A second screen dramatically improves study efficiency. USB-C PD charging for MacBooks and accurate colors.
Portable MonitorASUS ZenScreen 15.6" Portable Monitor
Take your second screen anywhere. USB-C, no power brick. Great for rotations away from home.
FlexiSpot E6 Electric Standing Desk
Alternating sit/stand during long study sessions reduces fatigue. Rock solid, quiet motor, programmable presets.
Ergonomic ChairSecretlab Titan Evo Chair
Editor's pick. Built for marathon sessions — lumbar support, adjustable armrests, premium materials. Invest in what you sit in.
Scrubs & Apparel
ScrubsFIGS Technical Scrubs
The most popular scrubs among CRNA students. Anti-wrinkle, moisture-wicking, durable for long clinical days.
ShoesDansko Professional Clogs
Long shifts on hard floors. The CRNA-school standard — slip-resistant, supportive, easy to clean.
BadgeRetractable Badge Reel + Holder
You'll use this every day. A good retractable reel + holder that fits your hospital ID. Cheap to replace, annoying to lose.
Stethoscopes (budget picks)
Budget StethoscopeMDF Acoustica Deluxe
Top-rated budget pick for pre-CRNA and early ICU nurses. Solid acoustics at a fraction of the Littmann price.
Budget Stethoscope3M Littmann Classic III
The step-down from the Cardiology IV, but still a Littmann. Excellent for general cardiac and respiratory assessment.
Study Supplies & Wellness
PensPilot G2 Gel Pens (0.7mm)
The CRNA-student standard for notes and clinical documentation. Smooth retractable gel ink that lasts. Stock up in the 12-pack.
PensPilot G2 Bold Gel Pens (1.0mm)
Same G2 quality, wider tip. Great for whiteboards and annotating printed slides.
HighlightersZebra Mildliner Double-Ended Highlighters
Soft pastel tones that won't bleed through textbook pages. Color-code pharmacology by drug class.
NotepadsRhodia Dot Pad Notepads
Dot-grid format perfect for structured notes, diagrams, and mind maps. Fountain-pen and gel-ink friendly.
HydrationLiquid I.V. Hydration Multiplier
Long shifts and study sessions demand more than water. Replenishes electrolytes fast.
FocusMagic Mind Mental Performance Shot
A cleaner alternative to energy drinks during long study sessions — adaptogens + nootropics for focus without the crash.
OrganizationLeuchtturm1917 Hardcover Notebook
Indexed, numbered pages with two ribbon bookmarks. Great for clinical journaling and personal-statement drafts.
RecoveryCompression Socks (Medical Grade)
12-hour shifts on hard floors are brutal. Medical-grade compression reduces swelling and fatigue.
Badge Reference
Reference CardsNursing Pocket Reference Card Set
Laminated badge-sized cards: drip rates, lab values, ACLS algorithms, GCS. Clip to your badge reel for instant bedside lookup.
Work with a real CRNA
Live Mock Interview
A 45-minute live mock interview with a vetted SRNA or CRNA — real questions, honest feedback, and a written debrief you keep. Includes the full prep-guide bundle.
45 min · live video · written debrief
Program database
CRNA Program Directory & Deadlines
All 156 COA-accredited programs in one editable spreadsheet — location, application portal, NursingCAS, deadlines, decision/start dates, and status — with filters and clickable links.
Editable Excel (.xlsx)
Free guides
These guides are free with a Boost CRNA account. Create a free account to download them.
CRNA Interview Prep Guide
40 real interview questions grouped by type, what each panel is really assessing, and a method + frame for answering each.
PDF · 4 pages
NursingCAS Application Checklist
Every universal step of the CRNA application, in order — a printable checklist to work through.
PDF · printable
Med Math & Clinical Cheat Sheet
The medication-math formulas, conversions, practice problems, and critical-care quick-reference you'll be expected to know cold.
PDF · 2 pages
CRNA Application Timeline
A month-by-month, ~18-month plan from building your candidacy to decision day.
PDF · 2 pages
Clinical and study apps used by CRNA students and practicing CRNAs. Some are free; some need a subscription (often via your program).
UpToDate
The gold-standard clinical decision-support tool. Most programs provide institutional access — check before subscribing.
uptodate.com →ASRA Coags
ASRA's official anticoagulation decision tool for regional anesthesia. Evidence-based timing of blocks around blood thinners. Free.
asra.com →Safe Local (NYSORA)
Calculates maximum safe local-anesthetic doses by drug, weight, and block type. Prevents overdose errors. Free on iOS/Android.
nysora.com →Pedi Crisis
Critical-event checklists and weight-based drug dosing for pediatric anesthesia emergencies. Free, from the Society for Pediatric Anesthesia.
pedsanesthesia.org →Epocrates
Fast drug reference and interaction checker for clinical rotations. Free tier covers most needs; Plus adds deeper checking.
epocrates.com →Verago
Anesthesia-specific clinical reference — drug dosing, equipment specs, and airway guides. Built for anesthesia providers.
verago.app →Anki
Spaced-repetition flashcards — free and widely used across CRNA programs. Pre-made decks cover pharmacology, physiology, anatomy.
ankiweb.net (free) →GoodNotes 6
The go-to handwriting app for iPad-using CRNA students. Write notes, annotate PDFs, organize by course, search handwritten text.
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