jdiekhof

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1. Texas Wesleyan University

   jdiekhof replied to jdiekhof's topic in SRNA

   Thank you for your time and the information Spideyunit. I have applied and I do have a decent GRE, good GPA, CCRN, PALS, ACLS instructor, dedication and drive for a CRNA career, shadow experiences with two CRNA's and almost 2 years in Cardiovascular...

2. Texas Wesleyan University

   jdiekhof replied to jdiekhof's topic in SRNA

   Spideyunit, I would love to hear about your experiences. I recently talked to a CRNA from the St. E's CRNA program and she had nothing but good things to say about the program. How was the application and interview process? How was Texas? What is t...

3. Pre-anesthesia Chemistry

   jdiekhof replied to jdiekhof's topic in SRNA

   CCRN-CMC-CSC Did you feel like Barry's course had enough chemistry in it for a CRNA program? Or was it just an enlightening course? Did it cover gas laws? I am considering taking that course versus a general chemistry course at the local university? ...

4. Texas Wesleyan University

   jdiekhof replied to jdiekhof's topic in SRNA

   I know there is a phase I and phase II. Is phase I mostly classroom? Where is the classroom located? Do you feel like you have enough quality clinical hours? How many applicants did they accept for your primary clinical site? On the application the...

5. Pre-anesthesia Chemistry

   jdiekhof posted a topic in SRNA

   Does anyone have suggestions for a pre-anesthesia chemistry class? I am applying this fall to CRNA programs. I am wanting to register for a spring chemistry class. Is a local univesity's undergraduate chemistry class good enough? Does anyone reccom...

6. Texas Wesleyan University

   jdiekhof posted a topic in SRNA

   Can anyone give a good description of their experiences at Texas Wesleyan distance CRNA program? (Cincinnati, Kentucky area) I am thinking about applying there but I don't know how the program really works? Thanks, STAFF UPDATE Tell us about Texas ...

7. Shadowing a CRNA...?

   jdiekhof replied to APNgonnabe's topic in SRNA

   What kind of questions are appropriate during the shadowing process? Legal stuff? What it takes to get in to school? What it takes to stay in school? Pathophisiology type of questions? What to expect in the interview? CRNA, MD, or AA type of question...

8. Wide complex SVT versus VT

   jdiekhof posted a topic in CCU

   Is there any tips on fast recognition of wide complex SVT versus VT? When there is just a few beats of this arrythmia I feel this is difficult to distinguish at times.

9. University of Cincinnati

   jdiekhof replied to jdiekhof's topic in SRNA

   Pins and Needles My grades are good, but I am worried about my clinical experience of only 2 years. UC is the only school I am going to apply to, because I can not re-locate. However, I did hear that texas wesleyan has a program in Louisville and Cin...

10. **Aspiring CRNAs....Did YOU like working in the ICU?**

    jdiekhof replied to SoReady4CRNA's topic in SRNA

    I love the CVICU and taking care of the fresh open heart patients. However, in saying that the nurses I am surrounded by are great and I could not ask for any better mentors and friends than my co-workers. My manager is also wonderful at supporting h...

11. University of Cincinnati

    jdiekhof replied to jdiekhof's topic in SRNA

    Mammothsnw I did send course descriptions to him and he returned my email saying that four courses would be transferable. I did keep all of that information. However, will that really help me in the future? Pins and needles I don't know about you but...

12. University of Cincinnati

    jdiekhof replied to jdiekhof's topic in SRNA

    Mammothsnw that worries me, I am from IN and I am currently taking graduate classes at U of I that he said would transfer to UC. I hope I don't have to waste time and money to retake these classes.

13. University of Cincinnati

    jdiekhof replied to jdiekhof's topic in SRNA

    Thanks for all of the great information. I have been working toward this goal for about four years now, it is hard to believe that I am ready to apply this fall! LJMB, Are you located in the tri-state area? I am about an hour from Cincinnati. I would...

14. University of Cincinnati

    jdiekhof posted a topic in SRNA

    Is their anyone going to UC this fall? I was wondering how the application and interview process went for you? I am going to apply this fall. I am married and have three children. So I don't have an option of applying to other schools and moving. (by...