CamillusRN BSN

CamillusRN has 10 years experience as a BSN and specializes in CVOR, CVICU/CTICU, CCRN.

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   ASPIRING CRNA

   CamillusRN replied to pat246's topic in SRNA

   CSPA is an amazing resource! Strongly encourage you to find their podcast at the very least, but look into their paid memberships as well if you need any support getting your application / interview prep sorted. **I'm not affiliated with CSPA in any ...
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   Losing my sleep

   CamillusRN replied to Manjeet's topic in General Nursing

   The purpose of a flush is primarily to make sure medication is fully administered and doesn't sit in the line and become a source of infection, embolus, or form precipitate in the presence of another IV med. Since the IV was removed immediately after...
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   Newman University SRNA 2024

   CamillusRN replied to CamillusRN's topic in SRNA

   I haven't heard anything yet 🤷‍♂️
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   Newman University SRNA 2024

   CamillusRN replied to CamillusRN's topic in SRNA

   Newman's admin assistant has been my point of contact so far.
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   Newman University SRNA 2024

   CamillusRN replied to CamillusRN's topic in SRNA

   Unfortunately I'm not surprised based on what I gather from the Newman alumni I work with. I'm not holding my breath for a review to be honest due to the program's current challenges.
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   Newman University SRNA 2024

   CamillusRN replied to CamillusRN's topic in SRNA

   I got a no-interview email and requested an application review. My CRNA mentors were surprised as I was that I didn't get an opportunity to interview as they had helped guide my progress and thoroughly critiqued the various components of my applicati...
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   Newman University SRNA 2024

   CamillusRN replied to CamillusRN's topic in SRNA

   Congratulations! Congratulations!!
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   Newman University SRNA 2024

   CamillusRN replied to CamillusRN's topic in SRNA

   The situation at Newman has grown increasingly complicated - lots of moving pieces. Can't get into the details but don't give up quite yet!
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   Newman University SRNA 2024

   CamillusRN replied to CamillusRN's topic in SRNA

   Me too - it's all about moving on and bouncing back! Did you apply to other programs?
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    Newman University SRNA 2024

    CamillusRN replied to CamillusRN's topic in SRNA

    Pursuing a career as a CRNA is no easy road. Sometimes the answer isn't what you hoped for. Bouncing back and fighting for your goal even harder the next time can only prove your determination and grit, and that experience can be used to make you an ...
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    Newman University SRNA 2024

    CamillusRN replied to CamillusRN's topic in SRNA

    One of the blessings of working with an anesthesiology group for the past couple of years is watching the passion many CRNAs and physician anesthesiologists have for mentoring future anesthesia professionals. What impact have mentors had on your pass...
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    Newman University SRNA 2024

    CamillusRN replied to CamillusRN's topic in SRNA

    In your interview you may be asked what being a CRNA means to you. If you shadowed a CRNA or know a CRNA, you have a fairly good idea about what a CRNA does within the operating room. What about outside the operating room? The CRNA profession is full...
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    Newman University SRNA 2024

    CamillusRN replied to CamillusRN's topic in SRNA

    I'm not 100% sure. Here's their "meet the faculty" page - I don't see any past academic positions listed 🤷‍♂️ https://news.newmanu.edu/dnap-faculty/
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    Newman University SRNA 2024

    CamillusRN replied to CamillusRN's topic in SRNA

    I think two or three weeks ago. It was an "effective immediately" kind of situation. BrittG probably has more insight into that situation. Lots of compounding factors at play both within and outside NewmanU are also influencing the delay. We'll see w...
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    Newman University SRNA 2024

    CamillusRN replied to CamillusRN's topic in SRNA

    They are still processing applications; their assistant director leaving left them very short handed. Don't give up hope yet!