SRNA2011

SRNA2011

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  1. Any CRNA students get in without ICU experience?

    SRNA2011 replied to A038773's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    In my experience, I have not heard of anyone who has been accepted to CRNA school with NO ICU experience. I know some programs may consider PACU and/or ER as critical-care experience, depending on the...

  2. What are my chances of getting into CRNA school if...

    SRNA2011 replied to ngerste's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    As the previous post stated, yes it is possible to apply to CRNA school with your BSN degree from online (as long as the school is accredited etc). I know of a CRNA who got her ADN, worked full-time...

  3. SRNA Loans for 2011

    SRNA2011 replied to asdaylightburnsjax's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    Hi, I started my CRNA program this past September 2011 and am currently using loans to pay for my tuition and cost of living. You are right that the Stafford Loan will cover $20,500 per year. If you...

  4. Paying for CRNA school?

    SRNA2011 replied to NAURN's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    I just started CRNA school in September and I am using student loans to pay for my tuition, cost of living, etc for the next 2-3 years. Depending on what program you attend, you may be able to work...

  5. Work's reaction when you mention CRNA school

    SRNA2011 posted a topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    Hey everyone! I just wanted to see what reaction others have got after they told their manager or co-workers they are pursuing or leaving for anesthesia/CRNA school?? On my ICU unit, once its out in...

  6. Anyone know of decent private loan options?

    SRNA2011 replied to MistyDawnRN06's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    My credit was checked when I applied for the GradPLUS loan, it also gets checked if you apply for a private loan. I'm not sure if a GradPLUS loan is easier to get vs a private loan, I'd have to...

  7. Quickest Route Possible

    SRNA2011 replied to Pitt2013's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    After my BSN I was able to get hired straight into the ICU as a new grad. I initially wanted to apply after 1 year ICU experience, but I knew it's very competitive to get accepted. So I took another...

  8. Anyone know of decent private loan options?

    SRNA2011 replied to MistyDawnRN06's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    When I was doing some research online, I found that Wells Fargo interest rates were lower, but are variable. I contacted the Financial Aid office at my school and decided to go with GradPLUS since...

  9. What to review during my leisure time.

    SRNA2011 replied to 04jstewa's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    I would recommend a CCRN Review book. It will be useful for when you're working in the ICU, and if you take the exam later it's a big plus on your application to CRNA school. If you're looking for an...

  10. Anyone know of decent private loan options?

    SRNA2011 replied to MistyDawnRN06's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    I am also in the process of trying to find more info on taking out a private loan. I didn't want to use the GradPLUS loan, and so far I'm looking into Wells Fargo as a good option. I haven't applied...

  11. How many of you CRNA's have your CCRN?

    SRNA2011 replied to ICU, RN, BSN, B.S.'s topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    I am also a SRNA and was CCRN Certified prior to applying for CRNA school. I definitely recommend obtaining your CCRN Certification, this can help increases your chances of acceptance. From what I...

  12. should nursing school more students and not have a cut off requirment

    SRNA2011 replied to love7777's topic in Critical Care

    When I was in nursing school I remember our Dean told us the reason why they have a cut off requirement and cannot let more students in the program also has to do with clinical placement for students...

  13. First year syllabus request. :D

    SRNA2011 replied to I_See_You_RN's topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    Congrats on your acceptance! If you decide to go to UPenn, I would recommend taking their MSN core classes (pharmacology, pathophysiology) since you have a year before you start CRNA school. I did...

  14. RN license in more than one state? NCLEX in New York applicable to any state?

    SRNA2011 replied to Laurenslovely's topic in California Nursing

    You'll only need to take the NCLEX exam once as long as you pass. You can have your RN license in more than 1 state, this is called transferring your license or endorsement. In your example- You can...

  15. Just Curious To Know

    SRNA2011 replied to Crystal74's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    I also agree with the comments above, I have never heard of a CRNA program that can be completed on a part-time basis. All the CRNA programs I searched were a full-time requirement and you had to quit...

  16. Trying to become a CRNA

    SRNA2011 replied to HopefullyCRNA's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    My best advice for you is to enter a Bachelor of Science Nursing (BSN) Program after high-school. Most BSN programs will take 4 years to complete. There are many located all over the country- some at...

  17. Typical ... or even actual... book list.

    SRNA2011 replied to delabeaux's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    http://nurseanesthetist.org/anesthesia-library/ I found this website online and it provides a good list of books that are used or recommended for CRNA

  18. OR nurse looking to transfer to ICU

    SRNA2011 replied to vcunurse22's topic in Critical Care

    It will probably be easier to transfer to the ICU at the same hospital you currently work at. Most ICU job openings usually look for RNs with prior ICU experience. The ICU manager will probably want...

  19. For those of you who are already in CRNA school..

    SRNA2011 replied to Da_Milk_of_Amnesia's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    Other than the CCRN, GRE, and taking a graduate class- you should also shadow a CRNA. This looks really good on your resume and personal goal statement/cover letter. CRNA admission panels really like...

  20. orientation for fresh hearts

    SRNA2011 replied to tachy's topic in CCU, Coronary, Cardiac

    Hi Tachy, The CV-ICU unit that I work at also gives RN (with prior nursing experience) about 3 months of orientation. I am also a preceptor and the orientee recovers fresh post-ops in the last few...

  21. PASS CCRN

    SRNA2011 replied to avillam2's topic in Critical Care

    Hi avillam2, I think I scored somewhere around 65-70% on the AACN Practice Exam as well, so you should still be okay. I'm sure you prepared yourself well for this exam, just remember to not panic and...

  22. Possible Job in the ICU as a NEW GRAD

    SRNA2011 replied to John Johnson's topic in Critical Care

    I started as a new graduate RN straight to the ICU after school. It was a very shocking but exciting experience in the the beginning, and I'm glad I made the decision to start my career there. It...

  23. PASS CCRN

    SRNA2011 replied to avillam2's topic in Critical Care

    I also used the PASS CCRN CD for practice questions and passed the CCRN exam this year. I was scoring the same as you on the practice exams and felt these questions were similar to the real questions...

  24. CICU vs CT stepdown to CTICU - which is best PLEASE help

    SRNA2011 replied to misha12's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    I also agree with starting in the CICU since you'll get exposure to the critical-care environment. The time you spend there will also count towards your ICU experience (which is required), and the CT...

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

    SRNA2011 replied to JakeOff's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    I was interested in about 4-5 CRNA programs around my area, and the application fees were at least $50 for each school. I applied to my top 2 choices and got accepted. The 2 programs I applied to were...