Angelrina,CCRN replied to DogLover17's topic in SRNA
Most people apply between 2-5. I've never heard of someone applying to 10 schools but if 10 schools interest you, go for it. I intended to apply to about 4 but applied to my first choice first and was lucky enough to get in.
Hi I just began CRNA school and I'm having some difficulty getting into the groove of studying. Any advice on your best study practices would be truly appreciated. How did you find time to read all the material? How did you prepare for exams? Anythin...
Angelrina,CCRN replied to ninis's topic in Critical
I work in the CTICU and swans are phasing out. When I first started 2.5 years ago, I'd see one maybe once a week. Now I'm lucky if I see a swan once a month. They are reserved for the sicker patients.
Angelrina,CCRN replied to scifispam's topic in Critical
You don't send any documentation about your work hours. When you apply, they ask for a contact person that can verify your hours. I have heard they do random audits to verify random people's hours. I've only heard of 1 person in my unit that was audi...
Angelrina,CCRN replied to Powertrip's topic in SRNA
Congrats to everyone!! I'm in step 6. Feeling like I don't know where to begin with loans. I completed the fafsa, that's about it. I just want to be sure that my loans will cover my tuition and living expenses. I'm also anxious about moving to a new ...
Angelrina,CCRN replied to YourLocalAsian's topic in SRNA
I was just recently accepted and there was a heavy emphasis on my pre-reqs. My nursing courses didn't seem to matter very much so I wouldn't worry too much if I were you. Just do the best you can. The admissions committee focused on my science grades...
As long as you are able to communicate effectively with the team, you will be fine. Just be sure to put patients first and communicate pertinent information/status changes to the team.
Most new grads have a hard time in their first job no matter what the unit is. I don't feel that a year of step down/ tele/ med surg is necessary and everyone involved in my critical care fellowship program would agree.