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  1. Any Advice for school preparation for this year?

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

    Thanks everyone for all the good advice. Some made me laugh, some makes me want to cry! Just joking. I appreciate you

  2. Tcu

    TexasCCRN replied to egul105's topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    I would say know basic concepts. I drove myself crazy trying to prepare too, but I think for the most part it was a waste. At this point either you know it or you don't. I think they want to know...

  3. TCU Interview last monday

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

    That's exactly what happened to me. They did everything but come out and say I was in. I think it's looking really good for

  4. Hospital Contracts for Students

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

    I live in Austin and there are some anesthesia groups in town that will do that. What I would do is talk to some of the CRNA's that have done it that are with the group. I am saying that because...

  5. If you can't get immediate adult ICU experience after school which is better....

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

    If you really would be able to transfer to ICU in 6 months, SD would not be a bad start. It will help you get used to things and if it is like our sd unit it will keep you on your toes. I would get...

  6. TCU Interview last monday

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

    I don't have much of one either, but as you know I got in. I am going to audit a basic chemistry class this semester at a local community college just to refresh. I have heard that is all you really...

  7. Which Icu?

    TexasCCRN replied to RNBEAUTY2003's topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    GO CV! It will be worth

  8. TWU acceptance

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

    :balloons:

  9. Texas Christian University Accepted Students?

    TexasCCRN posted a topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    Found out today that I got in! :rotfl: Anyone

  10. Texas Christian University Accepted Students?

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

    After the interview it was as quick as when you decide which clinical site you wish to practice at. Pretty fast! Good

  11. Texas Christian University Accepted Students?

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

    THanks...too

  12. Texas Christian University Accepted Students?

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

    No beta blockers required! You will be just

  13. Diabetes mellitus and being an anesthesiologist

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

    Anything is possible. Don't let diabetes get in the way of your dream. Sounds like you have a pretty good handle on things now, just keep it up and I think you will be fine. You may just have to...

  14. nursing cliques

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

    I typed my message once and it got deleted so here I go again. What i said was. You have to stick up for yourself. IF you feel that you are being mistreated, handle it with the person making...

  15. TCU Interview in 2 weeks instead of months help!!!

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

    What do you mean get treated like dirt at TWU...during the interview or as a student. Can you give me some more info? Just wondering because I have an interview there. PM me if you prefer.

  16. What do you use to monitor q 1-2h bedside blood sugars?

    TexasCCRN replied to tracylong's topic in MICU, SICU

    I also work in a 12 bed unit and if my patient's fingers weren't blue when they came in they are by the time they leave. I like the idea of art lines on DKA's and insulin drips. I have also taken it...

  17. Texas Wesleyan

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

    Hi again! I have mine a week before you. I'll let you know how the drilling goes... Wish me

  18. Open Heart ICU

    TexasCCRN replied to Kiwi's topic in MICU, SICU

    I went straight from nursing school to splitting time in an ICU & CVRU. I did also have experience as an EMT (Basic) and I worked as an ER tech and ICU internship 6mo prior to graduation. It is...

  19. Question on Certification

    TexasCCRN replied to AcosmicRN's topic in CCU, Coronary, Cardiac

    I agree with this. Working in a SD unit you will not be seeing the "fresh" open heart patients and critical ICU patients, but you will be seeing a very high acuity probably. PCCN would be the best...

  20. Texas Wesleyan Interview. Can anyone help???

    TexasCCRN posted a topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    Hello, I have been invited for an interview at Texas Wesleyan and wanted to know if anyone out there has any words of advice for me. Does anyone know how the interview is structured, etc. I am open...

  21. Texas Wesleyan Interview. Can anyone help???

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

    Thanks so much for the responses and keep 'em coming! I am sure they are going to be a big

  22. ICU interview for CRNA path PLEASE HELP

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

    I agree with the first response you got. I just did the same thing and am about to start interviewing for school. My director is proud of me if anything, but hates to lose a nurse at the same time....

  23. Texas Wesleyan Interview. Can anyone help???

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

    Thanks, I appreciate the

  24. Shoe Suggestions and Earpiece Thoughts.....

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

    I love my birkenstocks...they were 140.00 but well worth it. My feet have not hurt at all since i have gotten them. A lot of people that i know wear Merrell's. Good luck and don't skimp...your feet...

  25. CRNA Admission Interview

    TexasCCRN replied to TexasCCRN's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    Thanks for the reply. I am applying at all the texas schools because that is what several CRNA's told me i should do. I would really be interested in TCU, Baylor, and UT the most. Thanks