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1. Labor epidural lawsuit

   pigtails replied to mwbeah's topic in CRNA

   Trial Lawyers! How do they sleep at night. There are no more accidents, everything is always someone else's fault. How do we prevent ourselves from winding up in the same boat as the OB-GYN's? Ugh! This crap is my soapbox! Sorry, I had to vent. Keep...

2. VCU's Critical Care certificate

   pigtails replied to NeuroNP's topic in CRNA

   Oh, and about the CCC, I doubt this will mean a whole lot, (may not be worth the money). I would suggest obtaining your CCRN, if you do not already have it. They were very pleased I had this on my CV. Receiving a national exam certification says alot...

3. VCU's Critical Care certificate

   pigtails replied to NeuroNP's topic in CRNA

   Hi BB, I am currently a student in the VCU CRNA program. I am not positive but, I heard this program is going to start accepting only students who have a BSN. I have also heard this about several other schools. I would suggest contacting Dr. Hartland...

4. Crack babies, need advice

   pigtails replied to opalmRN's topic in Ob/Gyn

   Stay away from the parents. They are more often than not still using and very angry. I had one baby who needed an IV. Her veins were difficult, probably due to the drugs. The mother was crazed outside of the nursery screaming, "What are you doing to ...

5. Chemistry??

   pigtails replied to SaraB's topic in CRNA

   Chemistry is a very big part of becoming a competent clinician. If you don't like the physical science, you may not enjoy anesthesia. Remember, nothing worth doing is ever easy. The salary is appealing, but there is a reason for it. Nursing school ...

6. Clinical Doctorate in Anesthsia

   pigtails replied to Lambert5883's topic in CRNA

   Yes, there is a new focus on doctoral prepared CRNA's. If it makes us better clinicians, so be it. I personally believe it is always wise to follow the money and decide for yourself, who the winner will be when it comes to new proposals such as this ...

7. Any PDA suggestions for school? Is one necessary?

   pigtails replied to TexasCCRN's topic in CRNA

   If your school requires or suggests a PDA, find out if they are buying them in bulk first. You will get it cheaper. It seems it is personal preference for the most part. I have a PALM and find it to be adequate; although, several of my friends are r...

8. Day in the life

   pigtails replied to NeuroNP's topic in CRNA

   Hi Yoga! Three Questions. A 9 hour face lift! Holy Crap! My SO is a well regarded PS who performs only cosmetic surgery and does facelift revisions averaging 2 hours. How are the results? What state are you in? Third, I am ultimately interested in ge...

9. applying to crna for the first time

   pigtails replied to wynn1973's topic in CRNA

   Hi to you! I applied to ODU last year. I was acceped to VCU for the Fall 2005. All I can say is, if you really want this, keep trying! I was denied 5 times before acceptance. I have a great GPA, GRE, and I have been working in a cardiac surgery ICU f...

10. CRNA Induction Sequence List

    pigtails replied to miloisstinky's topic in CRNA

    Thanks Skip, I have a file of references I am saving for clinical and this sounds helpful. Especially after an email where I read someone was excited they had inubated and forgot to ventilate. Thanks, PT

11. Still paying for abusive ex?

    pigtails replied to kyliern2b's topic in CRNA

    I think that if you explain this to any board, they will understand. If any grad school applications ask about this, just provide a thorough explanation. It sounds as though you have a strong personality. Use this experience to show you are tough and...

12. Is anyone in a Post-Master's Certificate Program?

    pigtails replied to MamaTheNurse's topic in CRNA

    I honestly think you should stay in state if you can. Save money. Especially if you want to stay in that area. Everyone takes the same exam. I truly beleive the quality of your education comes from what YOU put into it, not where you go. (I am at VC...

13. ICU skills

    pigtails replied to mrigas's topic in CRNA

    Remember, the COA requires 1 year. I honestly believe this is a personal matter. I often ask myself, " Would I let myself put me to sleep?" Get alot of crisis management experience. Get in the middle of codes. Know all of your drugs and why you are...

14. What is up with CRNA/AA/MDA politics.

    pigtails replied to dreatx's topic in CRNA

    Agreed. Please use your own informative mind to figure this one out. I personally have found that; answering the question" Follow the Money," to be very helpful. Good Luck, Kelley

15. Codes in OR

    pigtails replied to TennRN2004's topic in CRNA

    If any anesthesia professional is present, then thank god! If you like to run the show, then this is your chance. CRNA's and MDA's take you where should not be and bring you back. What a weird profession, but again, thank GOD. One thing I fear th...