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  1. Did anyone take some courses before being admitted?

    pilateschick7 replied to harborview's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    I begin my program in Jan 09 and have just completed 2 core courses. Stats and Theory for my program. During orientation one of the most often heard comments from current students (after DONT GET...

  2. Memphis nursing! What is the best nursing program in Memphis?

    pilateschick7 replied to cmmtn's topic in General Nursing

    I went to Union's Accelerated program for students with BS in another discipline. They also have a 14 month program for students with quite a few credits but lacking an official degree (B.S.). Feel...

  3. "Must have's" for school and clinical

    pilateschick7 replied to vikingirl's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    Has anyone had experience with the Live Scribe pen for your program? It has special paper and a digital recorder in the pen itself. It looks really useful. I just have no taken the plunge yet-rather...

  4. Mid Life Change in Career

    pilateschick7 replied to ready4anything's topic in NICU, Neonatal

    I completed an 11 month accelerated BSN as a second career, I realized that a Geology degree was not employable. I definitely was not able to work during my program other then externing. You can work...

  5. Low GPA and CRNA school...

    pilateschick7 replied to gators77's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    To take grad level courses at another university you inform the school that you want to take courses as "non-degree seeking" "to get your feet wet" this is pretty common at the Universities in my...

  6. Accepted, with second thoughts. HELP.

    pilateschick7 replied to hell000nurse's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    I totally understand your position. I applied prior to my "ideal window" to get an interview experience at my dream school and got in! Several friends in my unit recommended I take the opportunity...

  7. First the excitement of being accepted......

    pilateschick7 replied to hell000nurse's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    Congratulations! Call your school's financial aid department, someone there should specialize in graduate programs. I would apply for the FAFSA now, you can do so online. You can begin applying...

  8. NEED ADVICE (sorry for the long post)

    pilateschick7 replied to zetanicu's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    I have heard good things about the Kaplan in class GRE prep course. It is pricy (aprox $1000) however they cover alot of standardized test taking skills. The Kaplan books worked well for me but I...

  9. Should I switch ICU's for CRNA school?

    pilateschick7 replied to Nacki's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    I would look into cross-training and picking up a shift in the CV ICU one a week or as needed by the CV unit. (My background is neuro ICU also) Have you considered getting your CCRN? This will help...

  10. Online Advanced Patho and Biochem classes?

    pilateschick7 replied to pacifica's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    I consitered taking a similar course thru Vanderbilt University in Nashville. I decided to take several core courses like theory and grad level stats this fall instead. The nursing department...

  11. CCRN or Organic Chem?

    pilateschick7 replied to CVICU05's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    I would definitely go after the CCRN first. It seemed to hold more weight in my interviews then any coursework. The CCRN shows the "next level" of independent thought (or so I have been told) and...

  12. Possible get into without a science degree?

    pilateschick7 replied to ElLISA_RN2b's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    I would definitely look at an accelerated BSN for people with a previous BA or BS. Your MBA would make you a more competitive candidate. You would finish faster then at an AD, have a BSN and start...

  13. What kind of shoes do you wear?

    pilateschick7 replied to Hausfrau's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I really love Dansko clogs. They run 80-100 dollars but mine lasted me for 4 years. I own 3 pairs. Your posture is much better and they have a little heel so I get some height. I also invested in...

  14. Commuting to CRNA school...

    pilateschick7 replied to lifesabeach08's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    I would really look into getting an apartment for the first portion of your program. I cannot imagine trying to read all the required material with that kind of commute. You can get loans for the...

  15. Applying to CRNA programs

    pilateschick7 replied to icunurse08's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    I would definitely take the CCRN it really seems to help "complete the package" in the eyes of many programs. Pass CCRN has some simple charts to memorize regarding ventilator settings and...

  16. Undergrad statisics SOS

    pilateschick7 replied to pilateschick7's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I am using Statistics Informed Decisions Using Data 2nd ED By Michael Sullivan. Thanks so much for the websites. I am literally about to pull my hair

  17. Undergrad statisics SOS

    pilateschick7 posted a topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I am currently taking an undergraduate statistics course in a 9wk format meeting 2 days a week. As a resident math phobic I am doing all the homework twice, studying like crazy and using cliff notes...

  18. Union University Interview

    pilateschick7 replied to Mahi's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    CONGRATULATIONS! Has the shock worn off yet? I received a call prior to my letter a few weeks ago. Are you from the area? It would be nice to know someone prior to January. You can pm me...

  19. CRNA vs Med school, tough decision, heres my story

    pilateschick7 replied to Crossfit SRNA2b's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    I attended an accelerated BSN for people with BS in another field. I would definitely shadow an RN for a couple of days (Both medsurg and ICU) and then a CRNA. Nursing school is not a cake walk and...

  20. Does anyone know any good agencies in GA?

    pilateschick7 replied to NEWNURSIE's topic in General Nursing

    The cost of living is much lower in GA, you will love it. Traffic is not good on the expressway. Mercer University in Macon Ga. is a wonderful program with friendly staff. I took a review course...

  21. need some advice...(sorry it's long)

    pilateschick7 replied to MaMaMia1016's topic in Neuro Intensive Care, ICU

    Definitely go to your doctor or dentist. If you are as broke as I was in Nsg school try a local dental school. Students do cleanings and other dentist stuff at low prices with real dentists...

  22. Union University Interview

    pilateschick7 replied to Mahi's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    When are emails and letters supposed to go out regarding decisions? Sort of missed that point.

  23. how to prepare for CRNA application

    pilateschick7 replied to poppy07's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    I'm not in a program yet but I know its nice to get some support. I have been advised to definitely take the CCRN. This makes you a well rounded applicant. The test is not that bad (and I'm no CV...

  24. CRNA practice in Tennessee Anesthesia Care team

    pilateschick7 posted a topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    I am having a difficult time determining what the anesthesia care team involves (at least at my hospital in Memphis). I have shadowed several CRNA's. I have never seen the anesthesiologist alter the...

  25. Olol

    pilateschick7 replied to ICURN9999's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    During the interview I was informed letters would go out the first week in