AlphaAgonist

AlphaAgonist specializes in Nurse Anesthesia.

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1. Rush vs TCU

   AlphaAgonist replied to mmrn1989's topic in SRNA

   Rush. Every time. Currently a DNP-CRNA student at Rush. I know someone who had the same deal TCU vs. Rush. He chose Rush for many reasons. You can PM me I can get you in touch with him or answer any questions you might have.

2. RAnking of CRNA school

   AlphaAgonist replied to icu2crna's topic in SRNA

   Yes, agree with above. Rankings are quite important as they are established by reputation within the crna community. "To quote U.S. News and World Report, the programs are “ranked based solely on input from educators at peer nursing institutions, who...

3. Withdrawal, reapplying, advice?

   AlphaAgonist replied to aquaphone's topic in SRNA

   Akron University has been known to take crna students from other schools for varying circumstances including yours from what I've heard

4. Rush U. CON DNP Fall 2014

   AlphaAgonist replied to lancermav_RN's topic in Doctoral

   Nurse anesthesia. Full time, on campus. Class of 2017 DNP/CRNA

5. Does CRRT adds value to your resume for CRNA school?

   AlphaAgonist replied to icu2crna's topic in SRNA

   Yes, it adds value. Any new skill or experience adds value but it's not a necessity. It won't make you a better crna. It's just something to bolster your resume and show you have more autonomy and experience on your unit.

6. Apply now or later?

   AlphaAgonist replied to AA012's topic in SRNA

   Truth is the CCRN is not as hard as people make it out to be. Take the CCRN. There will be plenty of people going the extra mile because they are hungry for this opportunity. Don't be the type who puts it in your letter or mentions your "plans" to ta...

7. Pre-CRNA grades

   AlphaAgonist replied to Topher53's topic in SRNA

   They look at all the grades with preference to those who get A's in all course material. Do your best and try and get 4.0 throughout if you land in the 3.4-3.7 cumulative range you'll still have a good chance. Just do the best you can..

8. Post-DNP PhD programs in pure sciences

   AlphaAgonist posted a topic in SRNA

   Are there any programs out there that offer post-DNP/CRNA tracks to earn a PhD in Neuroscience, Physiology or Pharmacology? Most of the curriculums I have seen do not count your DNP coursework towards a PhD in these areas. Is there any bridge program...

9. Pre-CRNA grades

   AlphaAgonist replied to Topher53's topic in SRNA

   Science, nursing and other coursework in that order and ultimately the cumulative as well. Focus on getting mostly As.

10. Which school to attend??

    AlphaAgonist replied to westcoast1's topic in SRNA

    I am basing this off of reviews from boards, curriculum review with clinical site but most of all what I've heard from practicing crnas and SRNAs that I had worked with in icu

11. Which school to attend??

    AlphaAgonist replied to westcoast1's topic in SRNA

    I am pretty sure you will be hard pressed to find an Ivy League graduate from Columbia or UPenn who have trouble academically or feel unprepared clinically when out. The standard of education is without a doubt top notch for the caliber of university...

12. Comparing 4 Schools

    AlphaAgonist replied to mpg234's topic in SRNA

    What is your dream school that you thought might be a shot in the dark to get into out of those 4 and when you did you said wow I can't believe I got into "insert school"? Wherever that is you need to go with your dreams and pursue that school irrega...

13. Comparing 4 Schools

    AlphaAgonist replied to mpg234's topic in SRNA

    Ranked #3. Yes, rankings do matter. Look at how rankings are established. It speaks volumes if a competing school gives out excellent rankings to UPitt when surveyed. What it means is CRNA faculty across the nation share a consensus that UPitt offers...

14. Comparing 4 Schools

    AlphaAgonist replied to mpg234's topic in SRNA

    UPitt would be my first choice then VCU

15. Pre-CRNA Coaching needed. I graduate BSN in May!

    AlphaAgonist replied to blongor's topic in SRNA

    ICU residency program, do undergraduate organic and/or biochemistry and graduate level statistics course to prove you can get A's in more difficult course work. While doing your ICU residency get ACLS & PALS. After 1 year ICU get CCRN and subspec...