manusko

manusko

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  1. anyone worried about where first job will be?

    manusko replied to missnurse01's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    I believe that you need to go into anesthesia school with the attitude that you will work where you can. I like many others are open to working in the best fit for us and with the hope that we will...

  2. Just finished my first semester. Ask me anything.

    manusko replied to MeTheRN's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    I would think you are fine as long as you are working with high aquity patients. My ICU was not the open hearts or post-surgical. We mostly had DKAs, renal failures, ODs, strokes, post-code...

  3. Make YOURSELF Stand OUT

    manusko replied to gremillard2012's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    I am currently a SRNA entering senior year. My understanding with a lot of programs is that the interview is where you win them over. Getting the interview is the big part, and then you need to wow...

  4. Make YOURSELF Stand OUT

    manusko replied to gremillard2012's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    Ask all your CRNA buddies. Sounds like you have a strong network of friends to tap for

  5. What is Anesthesia school like?

    manusko replied to wrestler285's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    What do you do in class daily? Depends on your school I am sure. I had most of my classes over the first year. Most classes were 3 hours of lecture each followed by a quiz the following week on what...

  6. Science GPA help please

    manusko replied to Boostisadrug85's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    I would call your potential school and ask them the specifics. My school wanted the overall GPA. As far as I know your science GPA would be all your science classes combined. Your grade would not be...

  7. Can a CRNA work here

    manusko replied to The_JuliaFraser's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    You would have to see if they even use CRNAs to perform these procedures. If they do, they may only want someone with experience after boards. I would contact the place you hope to work and

  8. Number of international students accepted into CRNA school

    manusko replied to neelfred's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    Call schools you interested in. I do not think it matters where you are coming from as long as you meet requirements. Have a Canadian national in my class and most people do not even

  9. CRNA school commute

    manusko replied to Brittany2206's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    You also have to consider that you may have to move to find a CRNA position after graduation. You also need to be sure that your second choice will be good for you. If you settle, then you may regret...

  10. Is it possible to be accepted into CRNA school without the CCRN?

    manusko replied to Education=Success's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    Why mention it at all? If it is scheduled before you have your interview, then you will have results and can give them an updated resume at the interview. If you state it, take and fail to get your...

  11. Chances with 2nd Bachelor's from Accelerated Program?

    manusko replied to SlyFoxRN's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    Don't know why it would matter or even look like a negative for having a second degree. Also, considering you are improving your GPA also looks

  12. So many questions about CRNA

    manusko replied to golf_nurse2b's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    Was joking about performing them, not requesting them. Kidding

  13. So many questions about CRNA

    manusko replied to golf_nurse2b's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    Physician

  14. CRNA, skipping the ICU?

    manusko replied to ChristineAdrianaRN's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    Most schools are now requiring 2 years critical care experience, which I can not see an OR nursing achieving. If you want to stay in the OR then I would look at RFA or maybe NP school. If you really...

  15. Advice on becoming a CRNA

    manusko replied to Laurapaw's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    Might want to start college first and then maybe get accepted to nursing school. I have not heard of any anesthesia programs that follow you through nursing school. Start at square one before trying...

  16. Can I get into CRNA school?

    manusko replied to NYRN315's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    It depends on the school. The GPA might not get you into school but I would say that it very much helps you get the interview. Some people have taken some Grad level classes so that they can show that...

  17. Online Science

    manusko replied to JSBSN's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    I had a C in chemistry and re-took it as a online class. Transcript as far I know does not state anything about how it was accomplished. It is expensive and it does take your time and effort. I went...

  18. Question about becoming a CRNA...?

    manusko replied to rondo341's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    Find a school you are interested in and ask these questions. Ask how many started and finished over the last several years. If they act like they are hiding the information then be wary. Most schools...

  19. Outlook for the future?

    manusko replied to BenTram's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    At least half my nursing class wanted to go to anesthesia school. I am the only one who is currently is school and I know of one who is going to apply soon. Lots say they want to go but only a few may...

  20. How do schools view/accept classes which are retaken?

    manusko replied to Hartley's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    If the OP has a C- and wants to make that an A, then there is nothing wrong with taking a community college course to make that up. I did the same thing with a C in chemistry and earned an A. Make...

  21. Working in Two Units

    manusko replied to koreaabc92's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    You would probably need to work in one unit for at least a year or two to become proficent enough for them to agree to you working PRN so that you can pursue experience in the other unit. Most units...

  22. Do I really want to become a CRNA?

    manusko replied to wildfire2098's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    It depends on location. Some places can be on the lower end of 100K and there are some that are closer to 300K. It all depends on where you want to live and if you like being paid on a W-2 or 1099...

  23. Has anyone ever done this as a single parent??

    manusko replied to IndecisiveInMiami's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    Are you a nurse yet? if not then how long until you finish school? Add 2 years onto that for you ICU time and figure if your child will be ok with you spending your free moments studying instead of...

  24. How many times did you apply for CRNA school before being accepted?

    manusko replied to JakeOff's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    I went to OU and worked in Texas. Moved to PA to go to school. Only applied to one school and was lucky enough to get in. The school I am in has 20 seats and introduces the clinical setting right...

  25. Yes, another question about CRNA pay?

    manusko replied to wannabanrnin2012's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    No one was talking about the starting pay but rather the average pay. Listen to those like the ones with CRNA behind their names. That "nurse" might know something a little more than a