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  1. AA vs. CRNA - Let's Discuss.

    loisane replied to warzone's topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    Cosmid, I have to agree, AA is a viable option for you. Be sure to check out if they are used where you want to work. They are not all that prevalent in all areas. For the CRNA route, you would not...

  2. Overwhelmed SRNAs

    loisane posted a topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    I just have to comment on nilepoc's latest blog entry. In it, he addresses the question posted in another thread "Is it what you expected?" To say he feels overwhelmed by school right now, I think...

  3. AA vs. CRNA - Let's Discuss.

    loisane replied to warzone's topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    AAs were a big topic at the recent Mid Year assembly in DC. Read nilepoc's blog today for a good summary. loisane

  4. AA vs. CRNA - Let's Discuss.

    loisane replied to warzone's topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    A good discussion so far. How about we break it down to the bottom line. When AA legislation is introduced in your state, how are you going to respond? Do you support it? (because you think it is a...

  5. AA vs. CRNA - Let's Discuss.

    loisane replied to warzone's topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    Good observation Desert rat. New CCU Rn, who do you think is behind AAs? Who benefits? loisane

  6. AA vs. CRNA - Let's Discuss.

    loisane replied to warzone's topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    I think warzone was quoting "the oposition" and their view on where CRNAs work. I don't think he was saying he agreed with this view, only pointing out the one of the arguments made against us. I...

  7. AA vs. CRNA - Let's Discuss.

    loisane replied to warzone's topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    You guys are testing me, here (which I love, btw). I have been meaning to do some serious research on AAs. They are not an issue in my area, but that is no reason to ignore them. Many people feel...

  8. AA vs. CRNA - Let's Discuss.

    loisane replied to warzone's topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    You guys are testing me, here (which I love, btw). I have been meaning to do some serious research on AAs. They are not an issue in my area, but that is no reason to ignore them. Many people feel...

  9. MONEY FOR SCHOOL: Anesthesia Group or Hospital Sponsorship

    loisane replied to wannabe gasser's topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    wannabe, I was hoping some current senior SRNAs would comment, since their perspective is probably the most up to date. I guess they are all busy with final exams and papers. I imagine they will...

  10. MONEY FOR SCHOOL: Anesthesia Group or Hospital Sponsorship

    loisane replied to wannabe gasser's topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    wannabe, I was hoping some current senior SRNAs would comment, since their perspective is probably the most up to date. I guess they are all busy with final exams and papers. I imagine they will...

  11. Overwhelmed SRNAs

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

    london, You raise an interesting point. I am only familiar with programs 24-27 months in length, although I know some exist that go 30+ months. I have only heard negatives about a longer program...

  12. Pediatric Nurse Anesthetist?

    loisane replied to warzone's topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    SRNAs take a class in pediatric anesthesia. And there are clinical requirements of minimum numbers of cases in each age category. loisane

  13. Pediatric Nurse Anesthetist?

    loisane replied to warzone's topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    No extra certification is needed for a CRNA or an MDA to take care of children. I believe you are right that there is a pediatric fellowship available for MDAs, but it is not required. Obviously,...

  14. BSN or Bachelors in Biology???

    loisane replied to iliket3's topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    iliket, There are pros and cons to what you are describing. My credentials are similar to what you describe, but for different reasons. My original degree is a BA in biology. When I decided to...

  15. Anesthesia Careplans

    loisane replied to kkrnkk's topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    I recently discovered a book called "Essence of anesthesia practice" by Roizen and Fleisher. It has one page summaries of anesthetic implications of diseases and procedures. About $80-90 range, I...

  16. malpractice insurance

    loisane replied to rachel h's topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    Yoga, There are different types of policies available. CRNAs who are covered by their employers can obtain a supplemental policy. Premiums for this type of coverage are much cheaper than for the...

  17. malpractice insurance

    loisane replied to rachel h's topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    KristenRN raises some valid issues regarding professional liability insurance. I have heard these same arguments regarding CRNAs, so I believe they are applicable to nurse anesthesia practice also....

  18. Paramedic with CRNA Aspirations

    loisane replied to VaMedic's topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    Well said, Yoga. I agree, although I could not quite come up with the right words to reflect the subtle nuance of the message, as you did so well. VaMedic, even if you have great evidence that your...

  19. Paramedic with CRNA Aspirations

    loisane replied to VaMedic's topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    Anthony, You are so, so, so SO right. Your explanation of the application process is extremely compatible with what I know of how things are done. Your advice is right on, bulls-eye. loisane

  20. UK CRNAs

    loisane replied to Qwiigley's topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    Qwiigley, As I understand it, anesthesia in the UK is 100% physician given. These physicians are called "anesthetists". I have never heard about the "reverse" arrangement. It is an interesting...

  21. Becoming a CRNA - From One Who Did It

    loisane replied to kmchugh's topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    Yoga, I want to add my welcome to the others you have received. It is great to hear that you are an independent CRNA. I like the diversity of this board, I feel it is a strength. But it is a little...

  22. Becoming a CRNA - From One Who Did It

    loisane replied to kmchugh's topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    zzzzgirl, I can answer this one. Old gas passers is at http://www.oldgaspassers.com. The catch is, you have to register, and you have to be a member of the AANA. So it is for CRNAs and SRNAs only....

  23. PA's doing Anesthesia??

    loisane replied to smogmatt's topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    I agree, sounds weird to me too. I know of two AA schools-Cleveland and Atlanta. As you indicate, AAs are not PAs. I don't know of any PA involvement in anesthesia, either. loisane

  24. CRNA Instruction

    loisane replied to Doug Cameron's topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    Doug and all, Hello all. I have recently discovered your discussions and have been lurking off and on. Thought I might chime in a bit, at this point. I am a CRNA and an instructor in a CRNA program....