LIZPICURN

LIZPICURN specializes in PICU, SICU,MICU.

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1. GRE Study Books

   LIZPICURN replied to longroadahead's topic in SRNA

   I liked Kaplans because it had a very useful CD that you could take practice tests on your computer. It would then tell you which area you should focus on etc. The actual GRE also has free practice tests on it's website that may be useful.

2. (BSN) Travel Nurses MAKE MORE than CRNAs!

   LIZPICURN replied to hojimma's topic in SRNA

   First of all, I agree you are comparing apples to oranges. I traveled for two and a half years when I was younger to see new sites and meet new people. It was a wonderful experience for the time. But, after two years I was tired of traveling place to...

3. Need help with figuring things out.. Help would be greatly appreciated!!

   LIZPICURN replied to Scrubz's topic in SRNA

   My advice is to keep trying your best. If you feel you need to retake classes, re-take the science classes that you scored C's in. At least aim for a 3.2 GPA. Yet, I know there are those who have gotten in with a 3.o or higher. Also, before you apply...

4. Casual ICU work

   LIZPICURN replied to brookesbuddy's topic in SRNA

   When I applied I was full-time. I think the programs prefer that, yet I can't say that for sure. After I was accepted, I went support. I still work a lot of hours- just in two ICU's. I would probablly call the programs of interest and inquire. Good l...

5. Agency ICU nursing

   LIZPICURN replied to QuestForWa's topic in SRNA

   I was a traveller for 2.5 years before I applied for CRNA school. I got accepted into both schools that I applied to. Obviously at first, while you are gaining the staff's trust you will get a "basic" ICU assignment. After an initial month or so, I g...

6. University of Cincinnati

   LIZPICURN replied to Quiet1's topic in SRNA

   Hey everyone! Congrats. I think there is a trend! I thought my interview went awful! I was nervous and remember thinking to myself that I sounded more like a rambling idiot. But, I too got that E-mail of acceptance. Can't wait to meet everyone!

7. Coverletter?????

   LIZPICURN replied to jma06's topic in SRNA

   I personally did not supply a coverletter. I agree with you about the repetitive part. I think a great essay along with your resume is sufficient. Hope my opinion helps. Elizabeth

8. resume

   LIZPICURN replied to garfieldrn's topic in SRNA

   If you are a member of any nursing organizations I would also add that to your resume. Did you receive any awards or honors in nursing school? Hope this may help a little. Elizabeth

9. PICU experience for admission

   LIZPICURN replied to SmessenBSN's topic in SRNA

   From my research, there are some schools that will consider accepting only PICU experience, yet for the most part the adult world is the most desirable experience. I was in your same position. I was in the PICU for almost four years and have since tr...

10. Realistic Avg GPA for admission

    LIZPICURN replied to DrugReptoNurse's topic in SRNA

    I agree with Outdoor1. I have a GPA of 3.2, and will have almost five years of nursing experience including PICU and most currently MICU/SICU. I was admitted to my CRNA program with a great interview, and currently crossing my fingers with my 2nd int...

11. Thinking of becoming a CRNA

    LIZPICURN replied to Beneficence's topic in SRNA

    Hi Beneficience, To answer your questions, I will advise you to do what I did. At the top of this forum there are some discussions that give advice to aspiring SRNA students. Just by looking at these stickies may answer several of your questions. Fo...

12. Attending a well established CRNA program Vs. a brand new program

    LIZPICURN replied to LIZPICURN's topic in SRNA

    Thank you all for your suggestions. I absolutely agree there are pros and cons to this situation. Perhaps more cons. The program director has years and years experience in running other institutions CRNA programs. This is one detail that made me fee...

13. CRNA schools starting in Janauary

    LIZPICURN replied to Lucy54's topic in SRNA

    Thomas Jefferson Starts in January.

14. Agency Experience?

    LIZPICURN replied to 2ndChance's topic in SRNA

    I must admit I was a bit nervous going into my first Crna program interview in fear of the board questioning me about being a traveler. I travelled in PICU's for 2 years before I just resettled in a 40 bed adult SICU/MICU. My interview was very posi...

15. Was a hard day today

    LIZPICURN replied to dreamingofbeing's topic in General Nursing

    Thank you so much for reminding a lot of us why we are in this profession. You have made more of an impact on your patient, the family, and your staff then you can probablly ever imagine. You gave peace to a dying patient. I am sure your caring manne...