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L/D = worst rotation thus far. Nurses are rude to each other - somewhat towards me. I've had to excuse myself from the first two vaginal births because I could sense some awkwardness. What gets me is that it's not even me being there that is awkward....

http://online.wsj.com/article/SB10001424052970204683204574358281875211014.html How do you think Healthcare Reform is going to effect the field of anesthesia? From another blog: Don't know if this is still active, but this tries to exempt anesthes...

Nope. Ours are a group of about 4 or 5 blond bimbo's who think they are little princesses.

I can't help you too much on your question... but I belong to several automotive forums also- main one being G35Driver. I'm a mechanic gone RN!

Just keep going and become a Dr. Nurse. There... both are now "doctors". You can be referred to as "Dr. Onthefence" as much as "Mrs. Doctor Onthefence". Now, go be fruitful and multiply... (after med school is done).

There is a group like this is my class. They complain about clinicals, but when someone else shows any signs of stressing out and makes a "whining" type comment they attack and say to suck it up. They show up late for tests and finals and are still a...

I agree with those that say it's not all about the money. However, like others have said this is the drive for not only APN fields, but areas of other study also. Here is the issue I have with this... Making money is great, but if you are a CRNA who...

From what I've seen CRNA salaries have already begun to level off. They are no longer on the sharp rise that they have been in the last 10-15 years. I believe the supply is starting to get met and with the increased curiosity of nursing students with...

The hospital I'm currently working at is CUTTING employees and REDUCING hours, especially for RN's. This is the only level 1 trauma center within about a 50-75 mile radius. I was told by an ICU RN the other day that getting a job at that hospital whe...

Trying to stay on topic, although we look cheaper on paper now, will we still look too expensive to the government down the road? Would being a "DNAP" help, hurt, or not matter to us in this situation of healthcare reform? How about those independent...

Oh don't get me wrong, I agree with you. My post may have been sarcastic, but not meant to be rude. You're post really helps clarify key issues. I think having access to articles like the on you posted is vital- articles I couldn't click on because I...

Good post, wtbcrna. Edited mine so you wouldn't feel so imitated by a lowly "student" (not that it should matter too much). I'm quoted for reference anywho.

Let's please try to keep ******* matches to a minimum. Stay as professional as possible. I'm wanting to know how HR 3590 is going to effect anesthesia in all aspects, not just pay, but also jobs, security, our costs, etc. We have fought so long and h...

The average salary of an Anesthesiologist in the UK is $150,000 (converted from GBP of course), per Google search "Anesthesiologist salary in UK". So, your quoted "135K" is not that far off base for "universal" healthcare systems. That being said I c...

Everyone should be turned away by this. Pay should not be near the top of any nurses list of "reasons why", however, CRNA school can cost anywhere between 30-60k, before books, rent, child care, food, etc. This kind of cost will need to be addressed ...

What's your excuse for a low GPA? You don't need to share it here, but some schools have been known to be very blunt and ask why about certain classes. Just be prepared to answer.

I'm so confused. Gave about 20 flu shots today at a clinic, more then half the recepients being female and to all I said something like, "ok, you're going to feel a slight sting/pinch/pressure/etc..." I'm sure I used something different each time- in...

Woohoo! Who else got accepted? Just got the letter about 5 min ago! Tyler Campus! Chris

Why is everyone so interested in Nurse Anesthesia? I'd say 70% of the time when I hear someone talking about CRNA's in nursing school it's related to the money, and that's why they want to do it. I'm not here to debate money doesn't equal happiness, ...

Congrats to being almost done! I'm jealous already

^^^ :lghmky: hahah!

Edit... I'm just saying... their chicken is dry as cardboard and chews like bubble gum :)

I agree a lot with the above- I'm in my mid-20's and currently in a nursing program. I haven't noticed any difference in the way people act, although when I tell certain people what I'm doing I make myself feel silly at times. Theres a difference in ...

You have to be careful though... I won't say anything until I have time to read the entire blurp, but I don't think he wants just more men in nursing- he wants more people in nursing period, ultimately driving the pay down. No? Didn't get already giv...

RC > Pepsi /end thread