Can anyone chance me for UT Austin Nursing after a gap year?

Demographics
Texas resident
Recently graduated high school
Considering taking a gap year for personal reasons
Intended major: Nursing at UT Austin
Long-term goal: CRNA
Academics
SAT: 1600
UW GPA: 3.87
W GPA: 4.86
Class rank: 52/634, around top 8%
Took 6 AP classes in total.
AP Bio score: 5
Extracurriculars / Certifications
HOSA 10th Grade Representative
Secretary for African Student Association
Student Council / STUCO
Crochet Club
CCMA certified
CPR certified
Worked at Taco Bell during high school
I know UT Austin Nursing is very competitive, so I’m wondering if I still have a realistic chance applying after a gap year. What should I do during my gap year to make my application stronger? Would working as a CCMA/CNA, volunteering, or shadowing nurses help? Any advice would be appreciated.