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  1. Has anyone gotten into school WITHOUT the GRE?

    loveanesthesia replied to nitroaveragenurse's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    Yes, that’s a good score It also shows motivation and willingness to do what it takes to become a

  2. I got accepted into CRNA School

    loveanesthesia replied to Shanneliz SRNA's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    These study techniques will work while you’re in school. Keep up the effort while in school and let us know how you

  3. Has anyone gotten into school WITHOUT the GRE?

    loveanesthesia replied to nitroaveragenurse's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    298 is

  4. Has anyone gotten into school WITHOUT the GRE?

    loveanesthesia replied to nitroaveragenurse's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    There’s a correlation between really low scores and failing boards. Like scores less than

  5. University of Tulsa Nurse Anesthetist Program

    loveanesthesia replied to CowboyMedic's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    What comments discouraged

  6. Advice for CRNA

    loveanesthesia replied to Mnurse18's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    The end goal is to become a CRNA, meaning you must complete a program and pass the NCE. Take a look at those

  7. Has anyone gotten into school WITHOUT the GRE?

    loveanesthesia replied to nitroaveragenurse's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    Why not take the

  8. Advice for CRNA

    loveanesthesia replied to Mnurse18's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    If it’s the course I’m thinking of, it’s very expensive and debatable that it shows you can survive an anesthesia program. Take undergraduate physiology and organic chem and get As in both....

  9. Advice for CRNA

    loveanesthesia replied to Mnurse18's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    What graduate classes would you take? An undergrad physiology is better than graduate pathophysiology. Look for programs that use the GRE, your score will help you. Plan for more than a year of

  10. CRNA applicant - am I missing anything?

    loveanesthesia replied to yesrun's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    Learn as much as you can in the ICU, save some money and you are set for success. You have a good

  11. Passing Up A Sure Thing

    loveanesthesia replied to Defibn''s topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    Not all schools are created equal, go for the best clinical experience. That’s often not in a major medical center because the SRNAs are second class citizens to physician

  12. CRNA school admission ?

    loveanesthesia replied to micurn95's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    A single F in leadership won’t be a problem in most programs. Score well on the GRE and that will allay any concerns about academic

  13. Burn icu for crna?

    loveanesthesia replied to monkeymagic888's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    A lot of programs would be happy with it. If there’s a program you know you want to attend, ask

  14. Want to confirm: AA's basically do exactly the same thing as CRNA's

    loveanesthesia replied to Jake355's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    In states without an opt out, CRNAs must have physician supervision in order to bill Medicare. Does not have to be a physician anesthesiologist, and often is the operating surgeon ordering an...

  15. Is it easy to get a job right after graduating from an ABSN in the ICU?

    loveanesthesia replied to Jake355's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    With good grades, good references and experience in a busy ICU it’s realistic to begin a CRNA program within 2 years. I know many who have done

  16. Want to confirm: AA's basically do exactly the same thing as CRNA's

    loveanesthesia replied to Jake355's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    AAs assist physician anesthesiologists, CRNAs practice anesthesia. There’s a difference. Where are you located? You absolutely need to shadow a

  17. Do CRNA's need to do any lifting or moving patients?

    loveanesthesia replied to Jake355's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    Exactly! Sedation cases where you need to hold the airway. Sometimes your body position can be very awkward because you have to stay out of the way of the procedure. Also complex cases where there’s...

  18. How many RN's and Nursing students actually apply for CRNA school?

    loveanesthesia replied to Jake355's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    About 2500 people take the CRNA certification exam for the first time every year. I don’t know how many apply and are never accepted. Many apply to multiple programs and there’s currently no way...

  19. Is it easy to get a job right after graduating from an ABSN in the ICU?

    loveanesthesia replied to Jake355's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    Depends on the location and market. If you’re willing to move then you’ll get a job. 3 years ago in my market ABSN grads were having a hard time getting ICU positions immediately. My sense is...

  20. Do CRNA's need to do any lifting or moving patients?

    loveanesthesia replied to Jake355's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    Hospitals are implementing strategies to reduce lifting. Heavy patients are placed on a specific type of inflatable sheet (can’t remember the name right now). Once ‘blown up’ it’s much easier...

  21. Why do CRNA schools specifically require 1-2 years of ICU (and not OR) experience?

    loveanesthesia replied to Jake355's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    Are you an RN? The short answer is circulating nurses don’t spend much time assessing and managing patients. They spend a lot more time managing equipment, supplies etc. ICU experience is...

  22. Out of the ICU, can I still apply?

    loveanesthesia replied to AspiringCRNA22's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    Absolutely you have a better chance of acceptance. And more importantly, a better chance of being an outstanding CRNA. Kudos to

  23. CRNAs: We are the Answer

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

    Wtb, sorry to hear that. Hope you’re getting effective help. I can only imagine what you’ve experienced and I would suppose these issues all seem very trivial. God

  24. CRNAs: We are the Answer

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

    This discussion reinforces something I’ve advocated in our state organization. CRNAs have to educate nursing about nurse anesthesia. We should not assume other nurses understand us. Of course there...

  25. CRNA, Anesthesiologist Relationships

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

    There is a campaign by the ASA to call Anesthesiologist Assistants (AAs) anesthetists. Instead of AA-C, now it’s CAA. This is the reason for Nurse Anesthesiologist. For years I have corrected...