Kiwi BSN, RN

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    Mortgage for new grad RN?

    Kiwi replied to Kiwi's topic in First Year After Licensure

    This is great information. I didn't know where to start with this. So I have to have been working for
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    who do/did you ask for recomendations?

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

    I thought interviewing at 3mo would be possible. At this point, I know I'm not ready. It's frustrating to see how many people on this board got there so fast. I think earning the CCRN will be a major...
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    High School Student Looking for Input on CRNA's

    Kiwi replied to KarlaSue's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    CRNA FAQ:
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    who do/did you ask for recomendations?

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

    Do you have any supervisors/assistant managers on the unit that you could possibly ask? I too am wondering when it is acceptable to ask an anesthesia provider for a recommendation. I get/give reports...
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    new here.

    Kiwi replied to jin00005's topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    Hey Jin, Don't be too hard on yourself about getting accepted with only months of ICU experience. I got invited to an interview last week, but after much thought I contacted the school and decided...
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    CRNA -> MD ?

    Kiwi replied to user69's topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    I think Tenesma spoke of a couple people who made that transition. Not sure if s/he posts here anymore, or if stats like that are
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    Unprofessional & Jealous!!!

    Kiwi replied to CRNANUPE_2B's topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    ...just wanted to tell all that this thread has been reported by a poster and is being monitored for TOS. Please keep the discussion on track. If you visit SDN you can expect to get your feelings...
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    The AANA, the ASA, and the SDN

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

    I agree. Thanks Kevin for your
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    Cardiac Surgery Certification as a prereq

    Kiwi replied to darienblythe79's topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    Hey Darian I'm interested in earning the CCRN and the CSC. Could you tell me about your experience/time frame for earning the CSC? Someone had mentioned it in a recent thread. Also, do you think that...
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    Volunteer/humanitarian missions?

    Kiwi replied to Toby's mum's topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    Great thread Toby's mum (are you British?!) :) Here's some: Nurse Anesthesia Overseas (NAO): http://www.hvousa.org/pcntry.cfm?ProCode=NAO AANA's Resource Directory of Volunteer Anesthesia Services:...
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    Does Age Matter in the Admit Process?

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

    Hi Dawdett, Every nurse should continue their education beyond the C.E.'s. I really admire you for considering additional education at the graduate level. I just graduated from NS and I'm amazed...
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    What Do You Miss About Bedside Nursing?

    Kiwi replied to chattypattyCRNA2B's topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    Yes. Open heart recovery, IABP, and CRRT pts are all 1:1. I can't wait to only have 1:1 assignments on a daily
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    What Do You Miss About Bedside Nursing?

    Kiwi replied to chattypattyCRNA2B's topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    That was a common practice here in town until one of the patients lines became disconnected and she exsanguinated. Luckily, not at the hospital I work
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    What Do You Miss About Bedside Nursing?

    Kiwi replied to chattypattyCRNA2B's topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    This is so inspirational! I know it must feel great! I cannot wait to go back to school. There is just so much crap (literally and figuratively) about bedside nursing. Just the other day there were...
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    AA lost battle to perform regionals in Ohio

    Kiwi replied to London88's topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    ...just waiting for deepz to interject with his animalfarm analogy... I like JWK and his posts -- he does know
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    AA lost battle to perform regionals in Ohio

    Kiwi replied to London88's topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

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    Extra Edge

    Kiwi replied to USAF0625's topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    I know of one particular NA program that refers to "feeder schools", as in, schools that contribute many students to it's
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    Can someone tell what these drugs do?

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

    I *believe* these are only available in IV form. I use an IV drug book when my pts are on these
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    After graduation present.......

    Kiwi replied to gasgiver's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    Good luck to everyone in achieving their nursing goals! I graduated in May, and was so happy to be able to afford some everyday things... cable TV, and an energy-efficient washer and dryer. CHA-CHING!...
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    What is your background ?

    Kiwi posted a topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    I am just wondering about all the diverse backgrounds that join (or plan to join) the nurse anesthesia profession. For example, I was (still am) a classical musician; I play the viola :Melody: . I...
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    What is your background ?

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

    Wow RP! That's awesome -- it has to be a great feeling! :balloons: Thanks to all who are replying. It's pretty cool to learn of the diverse pool of individuals who decide to pass the
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    2006 CRNA program rankings

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

    Well said
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    Absolute refractory period questions...

    Kiwi posted a topic in General Nursing

    I am learning cardiac rhythms and I have some questions about the absolute refractory period. Why is it important? What special considerations should be made in viewing extopy during this period, and...
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    Successful CRNA students consider listing your school, GPA, experience, GRE et.

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

    I really don't think your sample from allnurses will represent the average CRNA applicant. I have a hunch that most people who post to this board are quite competitive applicants. I also don't think...
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    What one message about CRNA's do you wish the public "got".

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

    I wish the public had a better understanding of advanced practice RN's in general! I wish the mass media would quit fixating on TV shows about MD's, and include some ARNPs as well. Heck, the last time...