krzysiu

krzysiu

SRNA class of 2010

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  1. Did anyone go to DePaul University or Loyola University of Chicago?

    krzysiu replied to FoxyRoxy21's topic in Illinois Nursing

    I think we are in a unique time. I don't think standards have changed, but number of applicants may have gone up, thus leading to "harder to get in" in recent times. A great number of people are...

  2. shadowing a crna

    krzysiu replied to Mhart's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    Glad I could help. Because, like I said, I had to jump through some hoops to get into the O.R. myself. You may want to hit up your manager to try and set something up. However, sometimes it's a good...

  3. Question about nursing.

    krzysiu replied to Marzena's topic in Illinois Nursing

    I agree, I'd call a hospital directly. Preferably a teaching hospital. Or, possibly, call a nursing school. The nursing programs will have clinical sites that they deal with and it might be another...

  4. shadowing a crna

    krzysiu replied to Mhart's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    Are you a nurse or currently in a nursing program? Do you work in a hospital? I noticed you said NYC, I'm from Chicago. Atleast in the larger metro areas, hospitals won't let just anyone into the...

  5. Crna Programs Without Gre Scores

    krzysiu replied to cantillod's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    Check out University of Tennessee - Memphis. When I applied, it was not a requirement. However, you may want to look at the website to see if anything has

  6. Unique Situation, thoughts please...

    krzysiu replied to sbgradinnb's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    Not to mention, if I remember correctly, the assistant director of my program said she can easily estimate that most people in CRNA programs have 4+ years critical care experience. It's one thing to...

  7. Rosalind Franklin?

    krzysiu replied to Savin'Em's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    And, once gross anatomy hits, you'll pretty much live

  8. Rosalind Franklin?

    krzysiu replied to Savin'Em's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    Why you have to rub it in man??? Call me

  9. Rosalind Franklin?

    krzysiu replied to Savin'Em's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    In the program right now. Director and faculty are from RUSH. It's tough! If you have any questions, please, feel free to email me.

  10. CRNA's: What luxuries did you allow yourself after graduating and starting work ?

    krzysiu replied to Fill my brain's topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    I agree Qwigley, it's a pretty humbling

  11. Help: Tattoo Ideas!!

    krzysiu replied to SRNA11's topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    I better apply for unemployment now then. So, hire me or pay my welfare through your taxes... just kidding Not hiring someone over a tattoo is kinda like saying an asian guy would be good at math or...

  12. Help: Tattoo Ideas!!

    krzysiu replied to SRNA11's topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    As a big admirer of tattoos, unlike some who have responded, I'll try and offer advice. Mainly, don't rush into anything. Really research what you want and more importantly who you want to do it. Good...

  13. (BSN) Travel Nurses MAKE MORE than CRNAs!

    krzysiu replied to hojimma's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    I'm basing my posts on experience. I am in a program. Will be finishing soon. Basing those numbers from a offer on the table. Hourly position and have happy friends within the group some have been...

  14. Any chicago nurses who know the city well?

    krzysiu replied to iLovemyJackRT's topic in Illinois Nursing

    Oh yeah, I forgot. For Italian, consider Carmine's http://www.rosebudrestaurants.com/rest2.php A lot of nightlife right in walking distance from

  15. Any chicago nurses who know the city well?

    krzysiu replied to iLovemyJackRT's topic in Illinois Nursing

    This list is pretty dead on for steak: http://chicago.citysearch.com/bestof/winners/steak Primehouse is pretty good looking on the inside. Most places will have some kind of surf and turf to meet...

  16. Post Master's loan repayment

    krzysiu posted a topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    Hey all, I attempted to post on the SRNA forum, but not sure what happen to it. So, figure I would ask here. I am an SRNA and was wondering if there is a grace period after completion of training. In...

  17. Did anyone go to DePaul University or Loyola University of Chicago?

    krzysiu replied to FoxyRoxy21's topic in Illinois Nursing

    I have a degree in chemistry. Went back for my BSN through Loyola's accelerated program. I had a good time. I am currently a SRNA and learned in interviews that Loyola's program is recognized and well...

  18. 186 Days to Go! (would like info on Chicago!)

    krzysiu replied to shygoofyone's topic in Illinois Nursing

    Consider U of I. Basically a state job. 20 years, you're done, with 80% of your pay

  19. ACLS Classes In or Near Chicago?

    krzysiu replied to loryces's topic in Illinois Nursing

    Hands down, go to CPR associates on North Peterson Avenue. You're in and out with no headache. Not to mention they give a very generous lunch, on the house. http://www.cprassociatesinc.com is their...

  20. (BSN) Travel Nurses MAKE MORE than CRNAs!

    krzysiu replied to hojimma's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    Don't get me wrong, the money is nice. However, the main reason for pursuing this is so I won't have to still clean c.diff explosions when I qualify for a senior citizen discount at the

  21. Difference between Nurse Anesthesia School and Nursing School???

    krzysiu replied to prosperouschick's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    Thanks! Holy crap, it'll really do a number on your abs.

  22. Anyone have small children?

    krzysiu replied to harborview's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    See, but 28 months isn't a big price to pay for gaining the ability to provide for them without issue. Won't have to work nights / weekends / holidays anymore for the rest of your life. It really...

  23. RN hourly salary in Illinois

    krzysiu replied to Waitingformyresults's topic in Illinois Nursing

    Stick with it. Registry programs are pretty strong at the moment at A LOT of hospitals. Upper 40s to even 50s/hr, ICU, and of course shift dependant. Before I left to go into anesthesia program, any...

  24. clothing attire

    krzysiu replied to sleepyhead4's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    Plain old boring scrubs my friend. Just think of it this way, you get paid a decent wage and get to wear pajamas all

  25. (BSN) Travel Nurses MAKE MORE than CRNAs!

    krzysiu replied to hojimma's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    I'll be more than happy to, atleast for a little while, deal with "un-ideal" for a quarter mil. The break down I offered was from a large established anesthesia group from the Chicagoland area that...