Ccrn

RNforLongTime · Feb 5, 2004

I would suggest getting a copy of Pass CCRN. Good luck to you!

Kelly

LesJenRN · Feb 19, 2004

I am currently working on passing CCRN. I am a neuro ICU nurse so I do not have much cardiac exp. I am looking for advice on what to study and how to study for CCRN since Cardiac is major part of CCRN. Thanks.

I always end up having to take the test again when its time for renewal because I never have enough CEUs.....I have found that the AACN's "Core Curriculum for Critical Care Nursing" is a great study guide as well as the book of practice tests.....The practice tests are great, but I cant remember the names of the books. Check out the AACN's website.....

Good luck!

pickledpepperRN · Jun 12, 2004

I still recommend this one:

Critical Care Examination Review

By Laura Gasparis Vonfrolio, RN, PhD, CEN, CCRN*Joanne Noone, RN, MSN, CCRN, CEN

The definitive guide for passing the CCRN exam.

Over 800 multiple choice questions that test your knowledge of critical care nursing. Organizes content by body system for easier study. Presents valuable test-taking strategies to boost your confidence.

The rationale for why answers are wrong give insight into the exam.

Takes time. but is easy to use.

TEXASWAG, MSN, RN · Jun 27, 2004

Well, I hope the original poster passed the CCRN. I'm studying up for it now and will possibly take a review course next month.

TEXASWAG, MSN, RN · Sep 8, 2004

Hey...update!! I'm gonna take the CCRN exam tomorrow at 9am. I'll be reviewing all day today, except for the occasional break.

TEXASWAG, MSN, RN · Sep 9, 2004

I passed!!

Havin' A Party!, ASN, RN · Sep 10, 2004

I passed!!

Congrats, Texas!

What's the experience requirement for taking the CCRN?

Thanks!

TEXASWAG, MSN, RN · Sep 13, 2004

Hey...just saw your question. The requirement is 1,750 hours at the bedside. I guess about 2 years experience. If you're interested in taking the CCRN exam, most definitely "Pass CCRN" is a good book to buy.

Ooops...I corrected the hours for eligibility.

UCDSICURN · Sep 13, 2004

1750 critical care hours which is equivalent to about 1 year full time work. The exact hour breakdown can be found here: http://www.aacn.org

Here is a copy and paste of the text found on the AACN web site.

1,750 hours in direct bedside care of the (adult, neonatal or pediatric) critically ill patient within the last 2 years preceding date of application, with 875 of those hours accrued in the most recent year preceding application are required. Clinical practice hours accrued in an undergraduate student role are NOT acceptable.

Donn C.

Havin' A Party!, ASN, RN · Sep 13, 2004

Gracias, Donn!