smileyRn96

smileyRn96

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

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  1. COPD'ers and anxiety

    smileyRn96 replied to Creamsoda's topic in MICU, SICU

    My philosophy, If you can ring a call bell you are not ICU material. Several years ago when I worked cardiac step-down we always had one of those chronic vents on the floor. We would send them back...

  2. How important is shadowing a CRNA?

    smileyRn96 replied to Burnt2's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    When I shadowed in the OR, I met several SRNAs. They all said I was smart to shadow ,because it was a topic during the interview process and they heard that an applicant who did not shadow was simply...

  3. BS physiology degree vs. BSN degree

    smileyRn96 replied to cvicu80's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    Well two points come to mind about your situation. 1. Don't you want your higher GPA to count more??? Since that is a determining factor in whether or not you get accepted into a program over...

  4. I just took the GRE

    smileyRn96 replied to Burnt2's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    Great score:balloons: Those grad courses you are taking are they at a school that has an NA program??? You sound very bright, how did you do so poorly in undergrad school ( 2.8 gpa )???

  5. crna school and iv skills

    smileyRn96 replied to confused1234's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    I figure when your are in the OR sweating bullets infront of your CRNA about a simple IV start you will wish you gave it the attention it deserved prior to school.

  6. which program GRE NOT Required!?

    smileyRn96 replied to confused1234's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    I would like to look at the GRE vs graduate school success more scientifically, because stats presented by ETS say it does correlate. I wonder if people (CRNAs and SRNAs) would be willing to give...

  7. Medic to CRNA transition

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

    Plan on the 12 months in the ICU as an RN, but first shadow for a good 8-12hours in the OR and you will see for yourself why it is needed and if you really want to be a CRNA. I am sure your current...

  8. who cannot care for ventilated TB pts?

    smileyRn96 replied to elizadream's topic in MICU, SICU

  9. Are there any benefits to having a MSN before entering CRNA school?

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

    I have found that most schools allow 6-9 credits from another college. Although CRNA schools are very specific in their class content, therefore the only classes they might accept would be research,...

  10. How does a person get started in ICU?

    smileyRn96 replied to Jo Dirt's topic in MICU, SICU

    You may get a lot of this acls and rhythm interpretation stuff in orientation. So look at local ICUs first and find out how they will orient you. You may want to try tele/step down type unit if you...

  11. 2nd Degree BSN or Direct Entry MSN for ultimate goal CRNA?

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

    LOL ,I love the age thing. You are only 29;) I do remember thinking the same way and still do about age at least. A friend of mine is in his later 40s pursuing his BSN to progress to CRNA. Also, I...

  12. CRNA or FNP: Which has better prospects?

    smileyRn96 replied to jrv100's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    I have looked at both options, I got my BSN a few years ago in a RN-MSN program that had a FNP focus. I chose that program over others because I could take graduate nursing classes vs undergraduate...

  13. $10,000 penalty if you leave the ICU

    smileyRn96 replied to DrugReptoNurse's topic in MICU, SICU

    That is antiCRNA school rhetoric...Duke's CTICU has a similar repayment clause for new hires. I laughed when they showed it to me and took a job on a different unit. I guess eveyone else has as well,...

  14. who cannot care for ventilated TB pts?

    smileyRn96 replied to elizadream's topic in MICU, SICU

    Two things I must disclose before replying, #1 I am a male nurse, never been prego nor do I know what it is like, but I guess nor do you #2 I am the father of 2 gorgeous children, that I would die...

  15. 2.7 Gpa

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

    Very good point...I think one could get into CRNA school despite a poor GPA, but by most NA schools standards a poor GPA is 3.0-3.5...That being said, I would look at the schools you like and contact...

  16. med/surg or tele before ICU?

    smileyRn96 replied to lupe's topic in MICU, SICU

    Let me start by saying that I am biased. I did tele, ED then ICU. I could have done med/surg but felt I would learn more on tele. You will see med/surg as well as cardiac pt. You get real good real...

  17. CVVH/CRRT ques.

    smileyRn96 replied to first_lobster's topic in MICU, SICU

    If I were in your shoes I would contact a local ICU that uses that CVVH machine and get some education and protocols. If no one local uses the machines find a hosptial anywhere that uses them and do...

  18. Need help with those familiar with rapid response

    smileyRn96 replied to ICU_floater's topic in MICU, SICU

    I would goto my manager (yours in this case) since they are running the unit(s) and in charge of the personel on the RRT. This should expose the situation and result in some swift review and changes...

  19. Those stupid GRE scores to count....

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

    I am preparing for the GRE now, I have used the Princeton review and still feel like I need more prep. I am now in the Kaplan review course. I am to go one day a week for the next two months and will...

  20. RN Pay Rates in NC

    smileyRn96 replied to tracyprn's topic in North Carolina Nursing

    I have been a nurse for 11 years. I know of many people who make more then I do, because they do not need insurance or other benefits and work as contracted staff. They can make like 40+/hr especially...

  21. RN Pay Rates in NC

    smileyRn96 replied to tracyprn's topic in North Carolina Nursing

    Monster.com has a great cost of living calculator...I move from CT to NC 2 years ago. Monster said I would see an 8% drop in pay with a 6% drop in cost of living. That makes a net 2% loss, which is...

  22. Questions regurding stipend during school

    smileyRn96 replied to MNRN007's topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    Shop around, I am willing to bet that multiple Anesthesia groups offer these stipends. Pick the one that fits your needs the best, and do not forget to look at the benefits and retirement

  23. Med school to CRNA

    smileyRn96 replied to HouseDO2b?'s topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    Finish what you have started. In the end you will be an Anesthesologist making a half mill +/yr($$$$$). Plus, you have no idea how long it will take you to get into CRNA school. You could possibly...

  24. Agency ICU nursing

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

    I think this may depends a lot on all of your expereince. They may also want to know why you did travel vs a permanent position? Are you affraid of the commitment or responsibility that comes with...

  25. ICU vs ER Critical Car experience.....

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

    In the ER you do see the sickest of the sick pts, heck people come in dead. The problem is that how often is that?Also of the 60,000 pt seen in an ED, how many are actually ICU caliber. I think the...