Summitk2

Summitk2

CVICU, CCRN, now SRNA

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  1. Future CRNA Input

    Summitk2 replied to RN724's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    There are too many factors... where you're applying, your refs, your experience/knowledge, the GRE score you don't have yet... There's only one way to find if you're going to get in:

  2. Help with career decision! Sorry long post..

    Summitk2 replied to bman's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    You have to be an RN. And while a BSN may not be required (if your BS is in a related science field, and accepted by your schools of choice), cruffler is right--you can get a BSN in less time than it...

  3. CRNA anything like nursing?

    Summitk2 replied to whatnext's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    I think how to react to your situation depends on the job market in your area. While many hospitals need ICU nurses, I know there are some parts of the country who have plenty of applicants and won't...

  4. Responsibilities of a CCU nurse...

    Summitk2 replied to PACU queen's topic in CCU, Coronary, Cardiac

    I think the best way to find out what it's like, is to shadow an ICU nurse for a shift. They can explain some of the equipment, at least the basics. I've never been a med/surg nurse, so maybe others...

  5. Do I fit career as CRNA

    Summitk2 replied to Dino's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    My impression from your career path with several changes in direction, is that you don't really know what you want to do. It appears your most recent career has been your longest, at 5 years. You...

  6. CRRT question

    Summitk2 replied to gizdo's topic in MICU, SICU

    I think Dinith is right-on with the math and explanation. These volumes aren't REALLY going into the pt or coming out of them. Make sure your net is correct. I think most institutions should require...

  7. Best Way To Go About Becoming Crna

    Summitk2 replied to ksc0723's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    So you'll probably be an RN by the end of 2009, which is quite a while from now. Enjoy your free time now and don't live your life off in the future of 201? when you dream of being a CRNA. I have to...

  8. What are N-to-P ratios on your units?

    Summitk2 replied to steu's topic in CCU, Coronary, Cardiac

    We're also usually 1:2, often 1:1, and rarely 1:3 (usually when the tele floor is full and preventing txfr). We can have 2 nurses on 1 pt if they're extremely ill. I don't see why staffing in an ICU...

  9. CVICU Shadowing

    Summitk2 replied to mrigas's topic in CCU, Coronary, Cardiac

    And if the great RN is a guy, be sure to address him as a guy! Thanks, and good

  10. Crna Schools

    Summitk2 replied to whitneyLOL's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    Also read through the sticky at the top of the CRNA forum. You'll learn a lot of the basics about the profession. There's a lot of school and experience you need to acquire first, which will take a...

  11. Need advice - bail on my accelerated BSN for an ADN?(long)

    Summitk2 replied to fleur-de-lis's topic in General Nursing

    Good job in sticking with the program--I think the only reasons to leave an accelerated BSN would be: not succeeding, some kind of emergency, or if you find nursing isn't for you. It's absolutely...

  12. Orientation Info

    Summitk2 replied to Smile2BWell's topic in CCU, Coronary, Cardiac

    Make sure you give this feedback to your manager, not just "sharing your frustrations" online. If no one talks about the poor orientation, they will have no reason to change the format for future...

  13. Torn between CRNA and MD...

    Summitk2 replied to Dakkon76's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    Dakkon, I don't see anything in your post saying WHY you want to go to med school...? What's the real

  14. Following a CRNA

    Summitk2 replied to CI-PLANTOGAS's topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    Even if you had CRNAs working nights, you'd probably still want to shadow one during the day, with a more typical "day-in-the-life" (scheduled, non-emergent, elective cases). Email or call the...

  15. I know I need at least 1 yr ICU but when do I apply?

    Summitk2 replied to brendave's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    I did the exact same thing as you, I'm a year ahead of you and just started in a CVICU. First, I'd say: relax. Try not to get caught up in the future all the time--I know it's hard, but try and...

  16. Education question

    Summitk2 replied to Howie781's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    Having a BSN would be a benefit--if not a requirement--to get into graduate school later on. I would go straight for the BSN and get it over with. There's other things you'll want to focus on...

  17. Info on direct entry w/MSN + BSN?

    Summitk2 replied to Myethpio's topic in Post Graduate Students

    This is true about Hopkins--you do the accelerated BSN and then enter the MSN. And the reason you want the BSN is because you might change your mind (as several in my class did) before going on to...

  18. RN Pay rates in Seattle and area

    Summitk2 replied to saskrn's topic in Washington Nursing

    Coming from the east coast and looking for work in Seattle, I was surprised by how competitive the market is right now. When I spoke to a nurse recruiter at one of the 2 large teaching hospitals, I...

  19. Rush University Accelerated BSN programs

    Summitk2 replied to krzysiu's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    I'm also an accelerated BSN student and agree that it's a testament to your ability to succeed in a fast-paced, intense program. As long as your program has the same number of credits and clinical...

  20. Nursing student looking for some answers

    Summitk2 replied to cardiac.cure03's topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    I'm approaching graduation and in the middle of this problem right now as I look for work. The problems of getting into the ICU as a new grad will vary greatly by region, both the willingness to take...

  21. Education Advice Needed...way Pre-CRNA...

    Summitk2 replied to KVYEng's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    Exactly. You'll have enough learning to do as a new grad in the ICU. Also, ICUs will prefer the BSN--it could be tricky to get hired without any experience and just the ADN. I'm close to my BSN and...

  22. need help with school programs info!

    Summitk2 replied to 2bnurse_it's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    Here's a link to a similar topic that came up before about combined BSN/CRNA

  23. Hoping I didn't prolong my chancing of becoming a CRNA!

    Summitk2 replied to justinzmom702's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    I wouldn't work as an LPN for very long as it won't contribute as much to your CRNA school application as RN experience. I would focus on getting the RN and into an ICU first and then work (quickly)...

  24. Stethoscopes

    Summitk2 replied to intothemoon's topic in MICU, SICU

    Though not theft-proof, I suggest getting your name professionally printed on the tubing or engraved on the head. Name tags can be pulled or cut off easily. Has anyone tried the ultrascopes? I've...

  25. TO be a CRNA....

    Summitk2 replied to dgclough's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    I would use your bachelor's degree for all it's worth. Like you, I have a BA in the humanities and I'm now in an accelerated BSN program. I'll have the RN and the BSN in 1 year of full-time...