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  1. GRE HElp

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

    I'll have to second that recommendation about "GRE for Dummies". I used it the second time I took the test and my score came up about 200 points and my writing .5 point. If you're like me, you'll need...

  2. UAB clinicals

    badgernurse posted a topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    I am applying to UAB and would like to know if there are any grads or SRNAs of the program. Specifically, I would like to know about clinicals. In taking advice from this board, I am looking for a...

  3. Is anyone having trouble getting into a CRNA program?

    badgernurse replied to Alpha13's topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    I'm probably short on advice since I just started applying but would you mind sharing your grades, GRE scores, experience and what schools you applied to? Someone may be able to give advice if they...

  4. debating nursing career change: Is CRNA right for me?

    badgernurse replied to aaac's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    I better just speak for myself as far as motivation: At one time I started my own business wanting to become an independent contractor for my nursing services. Sort of like a one person agency. I like...

  5. debating nursing career change: Is CRNA right for me?

    badgernurse replied to aaac's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    Your reasons of wanting to better yourself and wanting something more are a start. However, like it's been said before, what good is money if you hate your job? You really have to explore the job...

  6. Typing service?

    badgernurse posted a topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    A friend of mine thought it would be a good idea to have my apps typed up through a typing service instead of hand writing them. Did anyone else do this? Do you think it is necessary? Any idea of the...

  7. What do patients say that irks you?

    badgernurse replied to NurseforPreggers's topic in Ob/Gyn

    When I read your post, I went right back to 1990 when my son was born and my BP is through the roof right now. My then husband in the room with me was on the phone with his mother telling her they had...

  8. Should I Move in With Parents???

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

    I'm in the application process and also not an expert but one thing that is consistent with most prospective SRNAs is the sacrifices made. I would move in with the parents. Roommates can bring a lot...

  9. What would you do? Recommendation Letters

    badgernurse posted a topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    I shadowed a CRNA for about 24 hours last fall and seemed to have a good rapport. He said he would be glad to help me with letters of recommendation. Now I am getting my app together and I emailed him...

  10. What would you do? Recommendation Letters

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

    Thanks to all for your replies. I got ahold of my CRNA and all looks good. You were right, he was glad to hear from me. I've really had to learn how to be a lot more assertive which has not been part...

  11. What would you do? Recommendation Letters

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

    I have his home address. I could look up his home phone but didn't want to intrude on his personal life. He works for a hospital, not a practice but I guess I could start there. Thanks, I know I need...

  12. Safe Harbor when to evoke it?

    badgernurse replied to Jdon's topic in General Nursing

    This nurse clearly needs disciplinary action. I would start the meeting with some education on the applications of safe harbor. Also maybe some info on code of conduct too. Can you imaginge the...

  13. Safe Harbor when to evoke it?

    badgernurse replied to Jdon's topic in General Nursing

    Safe Harbor means protection for a nurse who refuses to perform an activity that could be reportable to a BON. This could be refusing an employers directive, or engaging in conduct against rules. It...

  14. I quit smoking and need advice

    badgernurse replied to Medic2RN's topic in General Nursing

    Here's a helpful and supportive website:

  15. Photography in L&D

    badgernurse replied to pebbles1977's topic in Ob/Gyn

    About a year ago, a local story ran on the news for two straight days (must have been a slow news week). Anyway, this guy was videotaping wife's delivery and set the camera, still running, on a table....

  16. Would you be willing to do this?

    badgernurse replied to nursemaa's topic in General Nursing

    One nurse called in and you have to cover that? It seems very unreasonable and I hope you stick up for yourself. I think that nurse managers are in a tough spot these days. You have non-nursing...

  17. Doctor recommendation

    badgernurse posted a topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    Hello all and congrats to the newly accepted SRNAs! Now it's my turn to ask for help on my app. I think I have done most of the things I need to do to have a competitive app. and I plan to apply...

  18. Doctor recommendation

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

    Thanks everyone for all the responses. I guess I'm having trouble in this area because our hospital system decided to not employ CRNAs a couple of years ago. Since then, I have heard that there is not...

  19. Does anyone want to mentor???

    badgernurse posted a topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    Hello all, I am looking for an opportunity to follow around a CRNA a couple days. I am working on my BSN and plan to apply to grad school next year. I have an assignment to spend time with a mentor...

  20. how long til you feel competent?

    badgernurse replied to newbie nurse's topic in General Nursing

    Newbie, it takes a while to feel confident. The fact that you are self conscious means you want to do it right. There is a constant learning process in this career and you should keep asking questions...

  21. Hospitals with NO nurse anesthetists

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

    I am an RN in Milwaukee working on a career path towards becoming a CRNA. The Aurora hospitals (St. Lukes, Sinai, West Allis and others in the area) do not employ CRNAs. They used to and it is...