smileyRn96

smileyRn96

ER/ICU, CCRN, SRNA (class of 2010)

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  1. From RN to CRNA

    smileyRn96 replied to Burnenup's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    Make sure you have all the prereqs you need to apply to the programs in your area. After that I would see which grad classes you can take and transfer into the programs. Especially in the MSN programs...

  2. suggested undergrad courses?

    smileyRn96 replied to mcubed45's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    I think organic and bio chem would be good. As well as stats. If you are planning on going to a CRNA program that grants an MSN see if you can take the core nursing classes as electives while to...

  3. The secret's out so give up now!?

    smileyRn96 replied to Mannursemike's topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    I am in NC. I will not start school until August, and will not graduate until Aug 2010. I have had at least 5 job offers with stipends as high as $50,000(4-5 year commitment) before even beginning...

  4. "PRIVATE/ALTERNATIVE" LOANS for SRNAs

    smileyRn96 replied to msnursealot's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    Citi bank and wells fargo offer private loans...I checked into wells fargo and they will give me 25,000 yr not sure about citi bank. The interest is high on private loan like 10-12%, but if you need...

  5. Laptop Computers for Class

    smileyRn96 replied to GmanRN's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    I am planning on getting a macbook 2.4 ghz processor, 2gig ram the cost with all the software preloaded including office for mac and 3 year protection plan ,through the school is 1400.00. Not exactly...

  6. Am I Too OLD???????????

    smileyRn96 replied to Gambln00's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    CandyGyrl, This is coming from a male nurse who supported his wife as she went to nursing school and who is now asking the same from his wife . I begin CRNA school in August and I am 36 (been RN 12...

  7. Organic Chemistry? HELP!

    smileyRn96 replied to iceman1613's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    Funny, where I got my BSN...Organic and Bio chem are required the same one the chem majors take...no gen chem prereq if you were a nursing major...All the science classes were the best the school had...

  8. Best GRE study guide?

    smileyRn96 replied to sepsis's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    I spent 10 weeks studying/preparing, during this time time I took a prep-class...So my answer is 2-3 months. Good luck

  9. Am I Too Old? How Hard Is It To Get In?

    smileyRn96 replied to Gambln00's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    I remember turning 25 and all of a sudden age becomes an issue. I was afraid life would pass me by or that I was taking too long to get educated. As the poster above wrote either way the years will...

  10. How Breast Surgery Killed A Florida Teen

    smileyRn96 replied to NRSKarenRN's topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    I have 2 thoughts about this case so far.... 1) I do not think the autopsy resluts are even back yet. I think ambulance chasers have pushed this case and forced many pressumptions with very little...

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

    smileyRn96 replied to SoReady4CRNA's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    Gotcha

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

    smileyRn96 replied to SoReady4CRNA's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    That is an interesting and broad statement. What makes you think that you have to like all areas of the ICU to be happy as a CRNA???? If that is what you intended to mean.

  13. Student trying to become nurse anesthetist

    smileyRn96 replied to galaj's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    Also, as a father I would tell my child if they asked, that if they looked at the top of the page there is a sticky that lists the school rankings and to read it. Sometimes being a parent isn't easy...

  14. Student trying to become nurse anesthetist

    smileyRn96 replied to galaj's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    You have got to be kidding me....First off I am the father of two children...Second: My four year old could do a search and find what you claim you cannot find...Your initial statement comes across as...

  15. C in ADN nursing program?

    smileyRn96 replied to mitch8lem's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    I got a C+ in my first semester nursing class in a diploma program. I ended with a 2.9 gpa at that program. I later got my BSN with a 3.8 gpa and got in first try to my first choice CRNA program....

  16. Student trying to become nurse anesthetist

    smileyRn96 replied to galaj's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    [ I don't have alot of time to research either because I work full time and go to school full time. Are there any nurses or students that may know of where or what I can do? Start by taking...

  17. What to learn before CRNA school begins

    smileyRn96 replied to ised8em's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    I am preparing to begin school in August. I just finished reading "Watchful Care" great book about the history of CRNAs up til the late 80s. You can get the book from amazon.com or the aana website. I...

  18. **How to study for the GRE??**

    smileyRn96 replied to SoReady4CRNA's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    What an interesting class, sounds to good to be true. The reason I think that is that despite what people say about tricks and strategies, you will not trick your way to a 1300. Some people are just...

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

    smileyRn96 replied to alexkg13's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    Interesting....Contact the schools you want to attend and see what they want for experience from someone with a MSN...1 year of acute care experience is required, most schools want ICU...Check out the...

  20. Is This Gre Score Competitive?

    smileyRn96 replied to yvonneren's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    Your scores looks great....460 may not seem impressive but if you compare that to the national percentages I bet it is at least at the 50% range...When I took the GRE in June the 50th% mark was at...

  21. How many years of ICU experience?

    smileyRn96 replied to bridgfor428's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    Granted I have been a Nurse for like 12 years, but I only had 7 months in the ICU when I interviewed and was accepted.

  22. Cost of health insurance for family

    smileyRn96 replied to fins's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    I am in the same boat as you, almost. I looked into bc/bs in NC to see the rates for health insurance and it ranged from 200/month to 1000/month. They also provide dental coverage. Now, obviously the...

  23. ICU/GPA Requirements

    smileyRn96 replied to MileHigh RN's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    I would call the programs you plan on applying to and ask them these questions as well. In my opinion your GPA and experience are going to be problems. Although, both are fixable. You could take a few...

  24. What to do when you don't get into a CRNA program

    smileyRn96 replied to phirey's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    I agree with the above posts....If I were you I would in this order: 1: take a GRE prep class of about 10weeks in length and retake the GRE 2: Get the DVD prep course from www.greatnurses.com...

  25. What was your GPA?

    smileyRn96 replied to Annieee's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    Diploma RN (96) 2.9 BSN (04) 3.8 Graduate gpa 3.7 (30 credits as part of my BSN)