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  1. Ohio SRNA Programs

    Laughing Gas replied to JennInColumbus's topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    LOL! I can't disagree with that one. He can be tough to get in contact with. As for not getting to know their candidates, I must disagree. During my PREinterview I think he asked me every possible...

  2. Feeling pretty darn good!

    Laughing Gas replied to delawaremalenurse's topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    CONGRATS! Some may disagree, but the worst part is behind you. Now you begin the enjoyable part, and get to learn

  3. Considering nursing and eventually CRNA

    Laughing Gas replied to mummer43's topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    First, it's never too late. Secondly the fact that you are looking towards CRNA is a good thing. It is a great thing to aspire to. It is a long road, be sure it is what you really want to do. As for...

  4. Ohio SRNA Programs

    Laughing Gas replied to JennInColumbus's topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    WARNING- I am biased. I know nothing about Cinnci. Akron is a very good program. It was by far my first choice. They are the most pro-student program I have come across. The program recognizes that...

  5. is it muscle or technique for intubating?

    Laughing Gas replied to kestrel1121's topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    One more important thing. Getting your blade into the mouth, and into the back of the pharynx can be the toughest part. The scissor technique will allow you to easily deposit your blade with out...

  6. is it muscle or technique for intubating?

    Laughing Gas replied to kestrel1121's topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    Agreed, those are about as life like as Michael

  7. Latest US News & World Report Rankings of CRNA Schools

    Laughing Gas replied to NGACRNA's topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    Those rankings are usually bogus. Program directors are usually polled. People who may not otherwise have a bias usually vote for a name that they recognize. They may know little about the programs. I...

  8. is it muscle or technique for intubating?

    Laughing Gas replied to kestrel1121's topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    Try not to have blinders on. Try to pay attention to what works for you and what doesn't. Each pt may require something different, but there are things that may play best into your hand. It is 99%...

  9. thinking about CRNA school

    Laughing Gas replied to BlaineCM's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    Very true. The next five years are going to pass quickly. Why not spend them building something. The money is fine, but what you will learn to appreciate more is the pride you will take in telling...

  10. thinking about CRNA school

    Laughing Gas replied to BlaineCM's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    CRNA is school is not "hard". It is all encompassing. Your life revolves around it. It is not Metaphysics or Astrophysics. You must be able to keep a heck of a lot of information in your noggin, and...

  11. Last Words before Induction.......

    Laughing Gas replied to miloisstinky's topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    Yes. It is beaten into you to be gentle :) I am 5'10 230 pounds and only alittle fat. All of my preceptors told me, "You're a big guy, you need to be extra gentle." I think they thought I was gonna...

  12. Last Words before Induction.......

    Laughing Gas replied to miloisstinky's topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    One of my attendings always says " You are going to wake up hungry and thirsty." I don't say anything at the moment of actual induction. You can usually gauge how much to talk to a patient by the way...

  13. BSN to SRNA (BSN Online)

    Laughing Gas replied to JennInColumbus's topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    I also don't think most programs really care if you drove to school, or turned on your computer, but... Before I signed my life away I would be sure that any schools I was planning on applying to...

  14. anesthesia techs

    Laughing Gas replied to sarahmarion123's topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    IMO that would be a nice plus to have. One of the major hurdles is learning how to work the mysterious anesthesia machine :) If you had some prior hands on knowledge, that may help. Plus you would be...

  15. pursuing CRNA school acceptance- help

    Laughing Gas replied to Sleepy 7's topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    1. What can I do to maximize my experience?? I haven't had much experience with swans or balloon pumps. I am trying to take as many CE's in hemodynamics etc as I can. Any other advice. Most...

  16. pursuing CRNA school acceptance- help

    Laughing Gas replied to Sleepy 7's topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    Programs do look at the entire applicant, not just the GPA. That being said, alot of programs will see your GPA and put it in file 13. Even though there are very well rounded applicants with 2.7's,...

  17. anesthesia admission questions???

    Laughing Gas replied to fungirl's topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    I am unaware of any advantage/disadvantage of MS vs. MSN. I just kinda liked the sound of MSN better :) Travel nurses do not always get the hardest assignments. The staff is not familiar with your...

  18. Nursing Student Seeking Advice

    Laughing Gas replied to Aaron Catmull's topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    Like some one else said, why are you stuck at one hospital? There are hospitals all over using nursing interns. As a new grad, I bet if you looked alittle harder you'd find some place that was...

  19. Do CRNAs teach AAs in Clinical (at Emory)?

    Laughing Gas replied to NGACRNA's topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    I tend to get rather passionate about this topic. First, to the person that stated that this issue proves that CRNA's are in this for the money; get a clue. This is an insanely insulting statement....

  20. Did you get your first intubation?

    Laughing Gas replied to louloubell1's topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    Serves me right, after running my pie hole, I missed

  21. What is it like to be a CRNA ? How many hours a week ? Salary ? Time Off ? Duties ?

    Laughing Gas replied to MilwaukeeMike's topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    I was not responding negatively. I was responding realistically. You would be suprised how many people are unaware of what a CRNA does, but are fully aware of the 100k plus salaries. Some may observe...

  22. What is it like to be a CRNA ? How many hours a week ? Salary ? Time Off ? Duties ?

    Laughing Gas replied to MilwaukeeMike's topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    When people inquire about anesthesia who are not already nurses, it is not a real stretch to assume they are aware only of the financial aspects of the profession. I am not saying that many RN's are...

  23. Did you get your first intubation?

    Laughing Gas replied to louloubell1's topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    Not that I am an expert but, here is what worked for me. First, slow down. Take the time to check the teeth, make sure you aren't cutting up their lips. I use a Mac 3 for women and 4 for men,...

  24. Central line placement

    Laughing Gas posted a topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    Could use alittle help. I am looking for a good website with tutorials on SC and IJ line placement, ie landmarks and techniques. I have looked in about 6 of my books and all have very lame schematics...

  25. Anesthesiology Assistants???

    Laughing Gas replied to kirbykd's topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    Sorry for that, now sliding soap box back under the