SIguy_RN

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1. Wayne State University CRNA Interview for Fall 2015

   SIguy_RN replied to NurseNurseNurse123's topic in SRNA

   I am one of your future classmates, got the call and letter :) Class of 2017

2. CRNA job outlook in AZ

   SIguy_RN replied to kemo1121's topic in SRNA

   Worry about becoming a competent icu nurse and saving some money first I'd say. Get about three years of quality experience and then worry about the job market and applying

3. Why the NP degree will be the next MBA with 7 simple, quick reasons

   SIguy_RN replied to chillnurse's topic in Advanced

   Here we go again....nurses fighting with each other... am I sitting at the desk right now or is this a community of "professionals"?

4. Why the NP degree will be the next MBA with 7 simple, quick reasons

   SIguy_RN replied to chillnurse's topic in Advanced

   Very true. It's the fastest way to get away from the bedside. I think people realize this once they become a nurse. When I finished nursing school, we had three students apply and get accepted with NO experience to np school. I think the money will ...

5. Debt vs. Future Income analysis, my realistic financial situation

   SIguy_RN replied to SIguy_RN's topic in SRNA

   Great, yes the goal is to graduate with no additional debt other than tuition, which is unavoidable for me. Thanks

6. Debt vs. Future Income analysis, my realistic financial situation

   SIguy_RN replied to SIguy_RN's topic in SRNA

   Thank you, the way I look at it if I low-ball my estimates on the assumption of starting at $100k, then anything else is a bonus, but it is still nice to have accurate figures to work with. This is, of course, assuming I even get in to school and fi...

7. Debt vs. Future Income analysis, my realistic financial situation

   SIguy_RN replied to SIguy_RN's topic in SRNA

   Thanks for the reply, I will reply by each number. 1) I know $100k is low on average, but in some states it is not. Online you can see starting salaries range anywhere from 90k-150k, depending. I am trying to get a better picture of a "realistic" st...

8. After 2 months, I have to leave my 1st FNP position

   SIguy_RN replied to jaznia15's topic in NP

   Going to be honest here, Leave. Leave and get a free consult from a labor attorney, depending on how much you lose by the end of the 6 months. Then familiarize yourself with the laws governing your practice, contract negotiation, and liabilities, ser...

9. Debt vs. Future Income analysis, my realistic financial situation

   SIguy_RN posted a topic in SRNA

   Hello everyone, I am currently an RN and have obtained interviews for CRNA school starting fall 2015. Please read on. Before I start school (If accepted), I first need to establish realistic debt vs. future income analyses, and cannot find accurate ...

10. Critique my application

    SIguy_RN replied to SIguy_RN's topic in SRNA

    Thank you for that advice, I do have three really solid references who submitted for me.

11. Critique my application

    SIguy_RN replied to SIguy_RN's topic in SRNA

    Just wondering if anyone else has input please feel free to share

12. Critique my application

    SIguy_RN replied to SIguy_RN's topic in SRNA

    Thank you!! I have not taken the GRE as the schools I applied to require the CCRN in place of the GRE.

13. Critique my application

    SIguy_RN posted a topic in SRNA

    Hello everyone, I'm looking for some insight as to how my application to anesthesia school looks, what you think my chances are, and what you think I could improve on. ________________________ Applying for fall 2015. 3.5 gpa first Bachelor's 3.77 gp...

14. CRNA thoughts on my chances, would you practice with me? Am I ready?

    SIguy_RN replied to SIguy_RN's topic in CRNA

    thank you all for being so uplifting. I am still really nervous though!

15. CRNA thoughts on my chances, would you practice with me? Am I ready?

    SIguy_RN replied to SIguy_RN's topic in CRNA

    I realize I do not have training, I am just wondering if given my background CRNA's would feel comfortable with me at the head of the bed, assuming I *get* training. Yes, I am looking for a self-confidence boost, but mostly an evaluation of whether ...