smileyRn96

smileyRn96 has 11 years experience and specializes in ER/ICU, CCRN, SRNA (class of 2010).

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1. 12 lead EKG?

   smileyRn96 replied to Savin'Em's topic in SRNA

   I think you should know how to identify and treat dysrhythmias and MIs from a 12 lead EKG. You should be able to identify the area of the infarction and expected symptoms, and all that jazz. You could take a hospital course or just look through a cou...

2. For those of you on interview boards

   smileyRn96 replied to joeyzstj's topic in SRNA

   Joeyz, Definitely look into info specific to the schools you interview at for their "style". I would guess they will ask about nursing in the CVICU, either giving you scenarios or asking for you to talk about a few patients. I am sure they would a...

3. Help: Tattoo Ideas!!

   smileyRn96 replied to SRNA11's topic in CRNA

   How about dandrites wrapped around your arm kinda like the celtic pieces that were very popular a few years ago. Have them touch head (cell body)to tail(axon), you could break the chain to insert a word. -Smiley

4. Applying to CRNA programs

   smileyRn96 replied to icunurse08's topic in SRNA

   Actually, Neuro is wrong check out the requirement at the website and pay particular attention to the use of "acute and critically ill". Also, they go further to expand that they understand many critical care type skills are used outside the four wal...

5. Question about getting PALS

   smileyRn96 replied to jfk6668's topic in SRNA

   Just another twist on Pedsccrn's idea...The ED requires pals, do some ot there and get some different experience including IVs, codes (off the street), infants, kids, pregnant woman...blah...blah.blah They might cover your pals cost. -Smiley

6. Applying to CRNA programs

   smileyRn96 replied to icunurse08's topic in SRNA

   1) Hmmm, I have been a nurse since 96, but got my BSN in 2004. I wonder if they were concerned about how long you have been out of school. Did you take the GRE or MAT, just curious? If you cannot get admitted into a program you might consider taking ...

7. CRNA school hopeful looking for tips/advice

   smileyRn96 replied to Natef26's topic in SRNA

   1) Schools seem to look at your last 60 credits, you science gpa and your overall nursing gpa....That stuff from when you were 18 is ancient history based what you have posted for your bsn. Since you have some time, try and take a few grad classes th...

8. Introduction

   smileyRn96 replied to tj1189's topic in SRNA

   TJ, I am sure you are busy, but try and get a nurse aide position in the ICU. Get to know your unit well to assist in the transition after school. Also, shadow CRNAs in the OR to get an understanding of the profession. A leg up on the competition.....

9. **Aspiring CRNAs....Did YOU like working in the ICU?**

   smileyRn96 replied to SoReady4CRNA's topic in SRNA

   Duke lists CCU as number 3 below SICU and MICU for preferred experience. Check it out. http://nursing.duke.edu/modules/son_academic/index.php?id=77 -Smiley

10. Already have a MSN what should my steps entail?

    smileyRn96 replied to alexkg13's topic in SRNA

    I went to Duke's open house a couple of years ago and someone asked that question...The answer unfortunately is that it takes just as long, but you do not have to take 3 or 4 classes core classes. You still have to take all the Anesthesia classes and...

11. First the excitement of being accepted......

    smileyRn96 replied to hell000nurse's topic in SRNA

    As mentioned above FAFSA. Figure out how much money you will need to live on top of tuition and books, and get the money in order. If you know geographically where you want to live after school you might want to look into stipends for extra cash. Alt...

12. Why do you want to be a CRNA

    smileyRn96 replied to rice8020's topic in SRNA

    1. I enjoy performing high skill tasks, IV, Central lines, intubations, a-lines, blah blah blah 2. Immediate gratification....take a pt safely through a procedure and then move on to the next pt....No, diagnosing htn , prescribe HCTZ and life style ...

13. How competitive is a 3.5 Nursing GPA?

    smileyRn96 replied to rhp123's topic in SRNA

    I think 3.5 is very competitive. There are several factors involved in your application beside GPA, but it is certainly a big one. I think a lot of programs look heavily at the math and science grades, so it is good you are doin well in them. So, kee...

14. I'm Innnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnn!!!!!!!!!!!!!

    smileyRn96 replied to almostthere08's topic in SRNA

    Congrats:yeah: I will never forget opening that letter and how I felt....Savor every moment of it and have a beer for me:beer: -Smiley

15. BSN Student considering CRNA questions:)

    smileyRn96 replied to 2bnpcout's topic in SRNA

    Sorry bro but even if your gpa is 4.1 there is no way around it. Check out http://www.aana.com for the requirements set by the AANA for all student CRNAs. They require 1 year acute care experience and then schools set their own requirements on top of...