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  1. CCRN to get in

    brookesbuddy posted a topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    Hi all, For those of you who've taken the CCRN exam: How difficult is the exam and what kind of prep would you recommend? I have the "Pass CCRN" book and I've been studying a little bit, but not a...

  2. CCRN to get in

    brookesbuddy replied to brookesbuddy's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    Thank you! I just ordered the

  3. CCRN to get in

    brookesbuddy replied to brookesbuddy's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    Where can I purchase the Gasparis DVDs? I tried searching Amazon.com with no luck... Thanks in

  4. MSN in leadership & management??

    brookesbuddy posted a topic in Nursing Career

    I'm thinking I'd like to pursue a master's degree in healthcare administration. I've started researching some programs, and it's left me with more questions. I've realized there are both MSN in...

  5. GRE results

    brookesbuddy posted a topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    How long does it take to get results from the computerized GRE general

  6. Prep for GRE

    brookesbuddy posted a topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    How much prep/studying would you recommend before taking the GRE? Or is it best to just be familiar with the style of the test and rely on your knowledge that already

  7. GRE results

    brookesbuddy replied to brookesbuddy's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    Okay, if the application deadline is January 15th, do you think I have time to take the GRE and meet the application deadline? There are testing dates available last week of November and early...

  8. Casual ICU work

    brookesbuddy posted a topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    Has anyone gotten accepted into CRNA school while working only casually in ICU? I've worked ICU for 2 years, but am thinking of switching to a casual basis and working FT

  9. Adenosine & caffeine??

    brookesbuddy posted a topic in Cardiac

    So, I know that caffeine inhibits adenosine's effect during an adenosine nuclear stress test and that patients should avoid caffeine for 12 hours prior to the test. But WHY? Anyone know the...

  10. Cath lab? ICU burnout

    brookesbuddy posted a topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    I've been working in SICU for about 2 years. I got on the alternate list at one CRNA school and have just submitted my app to another school. I am set on being a CRNA. I love SI, but honestly I'm on...

  11. EKG and Rbbb

    brookesbuddy replied to MM2007's topic in Cardiac

    It will have a wide (>.12) QRS complex and will have the "bunny-ears" look to it's QRS. How to tell if it's a RBBB vs a LBBB? If you have access to a 12-lead, this is an easy way to tell: A RBBB's...

  12. St. Mary's

    brookesbuddy replied to badgernurse's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    Haha! No offense taken, Greg :) I did also apply to MSA but was put on the alternate list. Talk to you Monday I

  13. St. Mary's

    brookesbuddy replied to badgernurse's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    I thought it was weird!! I think I'll give them a call on Monday just to check in out. But please do keep me posted on what you hear from them/what your letter says if you get one. Thanks

  14. St. Mary's

    brookesbuddy replied to badgernurse's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    Okay, I just got a letter in the mail from St Mary's. It said they had over 190 applicants, had a hard time selecting the class, etc etc. I didn't get in or on the waiting list. But wait--what about...

  15. St. Mary's

    brookesbuddy replied to badgernurse's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    I haven't heard from them yet, either. Someone told me invites should be extended by the end of April. I read on the website that they interview in May and June so that should be fairly true.

  16. NP salaries

    brookesbuddy posted a topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    I hope nobody takes offense to this, I'm just curious...what is the typical salary (or range) for NPs? Esp in MN or the

  17. How much notice to give?

    brookesbuddy posted a topic in General Nursing

    I just accepted a new job and am very excited about it! I'm currently working in a very busy SICU, and just accepted a position in a non-invasive cardiology lab, performing diagnostic procedures such...

  18. How much notice to give?

    brookesbuddy replied to brookesbuddy's topic in General Nursing

    This is not an inter-facility transfer, I'm leaving to another hospital. So I'm thinking two weeks, does that sound fair? I have to talk with my manager in the morning when my shift is over,

  19. Malpractice insurance?

    brookesbuddy posted a topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    Do NPs have to carry malpractice insurance? If so, is it typically provided by the employer or do you have to find your own

  20. NPs come in please!!

    brookesbuddy posted a topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    I'm looking for perpective into the daily professional lives of NPs. Any and all information welcome!! How is your work day spent/how much autonomy do you have/what area do you work in? What do you...

  21. St. Mary's Mpls?

    brookesbuddy posted a topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    Hey--anyone have any info/insight into this program and/or the interview process?

  22. St. Mary's Mpls?

    brookesbuddy replied to brookesbuddy's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    The application deadline for St Mary's was April 1st, and I was told they conduct interviews in May and June. I'm waiting to hear if I got an interview or not, I'm guessing I should know by the end of...

  23. Experience on Days vs. Nights

    brookesbuddy replied to srna2008's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    No, it shouldn't matter. When I interviewed, they didn't even ask what shift I worked (I work nights as well). I would imagine that the people on the interview panel have been around long enough/have...

  24. Cath lab?? Need help

    brookesbuddy posted a topic in Cardiac

    Hi all! I currently work in a busy SICU with lots of post CABs and other cardiothoracic surgeries (I've been there for about 2 years). While I have learned a ton and enjoy it, I think I need a change...

  25. Minneapolis School of Anesthesia interview?

    brookesbuddy replied to magno79's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    WHAT?! Man, that sucks. What's the point of even having an alternate list if every single interviewee gets on it?! Well, thanks for the update, although I'm not too happy about the