texanjj

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1. Just took CRNA boards - help

   texanjj replied to bonol15226's topic in CRNA

   I personally know of someone who took the exam and got 100 questions and failed, I also know of someone who got 170 questions and failed. My earlier post tells you that I got 170 questions and passed. The best advice I can give to those of you wait...

2. Just took CRNA boards - help

   texanjj replied to bonol15226's topic in CRNA

   Yep, I just graduated from TCU. Send me a pm or email me on my tcu account. Talk to you soon!

3. CRNA's: What luxuries did you allow yourself after graduating and starting work ?

   texanjj replied to Fill my brain's topic in CRNA

   A "Mommy Makeover"! Scheduled and paid for.......SWEET!

4. Just took CRNA boards - help

   texanjj replied to bonol15226's topic in CRNA

   I haven't posted since I started didactic, about 2 years ago. I just took boards, went to 170 questions and found out that I PASSED yesterday! Happy New Year to all the new CRNA's! Hang in there to all of you who are still waiting to hear. It's the b...

5. Any mothers out there who have been through CRNA school with young children at home?

   texanjj replied to 6xblessd's topic in SRNA

   I'm just about done with my first year, which has been all didactic, and I am married with three children ages 10, 5, and 3. My husband travels weekly for his job and has basically become a "mother". I totally had to step back and let him handle ever...

6. Computers in class

   texanjj replied to mnhawki's topic in CRNA

   I started out taking my laptop to class and found that I listened better and took more away from class by just taking regular notes on the powerpoints presented in class. Though some of my classmates do still use their laptops (I've noticed that some...

7. CRNA school with children

   texanjj replied to crnastudent1's topic in SRNA

   I'm just going to cut to the chase and say SHUT YOUR MOUTH to avlis. Obviously this person is truly idiotic and assanine for posting such STUPID comments. Hopefully, avlis will GROW UP and learn a few things in the process. Good luck to you all, I st...

8. Why Am I Putting Myself Through This????

   texanjj replied to dfk's topic in SRNA

   Just keep thinking about how far you've already come and what an honor it is to be in your position. Remember your reason(s) for wanting to become a CRNA and don't let any doubts creep in. Good luck to you!

9. last days of work

   texanjj replied to texanjj's topic in SRNA

   Thanks for the input everyone. I will truly miss most of my coworkers, it's just the few that are making it hard for me to keep a good attitude. Six more days of work to go! Not really a bad deal....certainly don't want to burn any bridges. Thanks ag...

10. last days of work

    texanjj posted a topic in SRNA

    Has anyone noticed a change in attitude from coworkers during these last few weeks of work? I just returned from vacation about a week ago and I noticed a huge change. My schedule is horrible, they're constantly changing it and insisting that I work ...

11. Ccrn?

    texanjj replied to MISS_TCM's topic in SRNA

    The CCRN certification simply stands for Critical Care RN. It is an examination that one must apply for and receive permission to take after completing a certain amount of time caring for patients in the critical care environment (about one year). Th...

12. pre-school melt down

    texanjj replied to changed1's topic in SRNA

    I can absolutely relate to your feelings. Although I'm not having to move I still find myself becoming very anxious about finances, lifestyle changes, etc. I have three children and a spouse that works as well as travels alot...his job is somewhat un...

13. Anyone take out $50,000 per year to live?

    texanjj replied to ellarose's topic in SRNA

    Soliant12, Who wants to be in debt for 150k even on a CRNA salary? I did understand exactly what she was saying. It might not take 30 years to pay off but how about a nice 500-1000 dollar note every month for 10-15 years. She already stated that her...

14. Anyone take out $50,000 per year to live?

    texanjj replied to ellarose's topic in SRNA

    I have three children, 9,4, and 2 one of which is obivously in school while the other two are in full-time daycare est. 300/week. My husband will continue to work full time while I attend school. We just figured that our total debt for school wil be ...

15. How many schools did you apply to?

    texanjj replied to malenurse2001's topic in SRNA

    I applied to two schools pretty much because they are both located in the city in which I live...very lucky for me. I interviewed at two and was accepted into one.