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  1. This is how it really is for this new CRNA

    schway replied to CRNA2007's topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    sounds like you need to be very flexible and nail your pre-ops...one question though, were you not exposed to central line placement opportunities while in anesthesia school? just wondering if other...

  2. This is how it really is for this new CRNA

    schway replied to CRNA2007's topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    How did you feel going straight from school to a CRNA only group? Also, do you feel that you might be missing out on the big cases that help develop new CRNAs when fresh out of school? I ask because...

  3. Please evaluate me and give advice

    schway replied to jfk6668's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    looks like you're on track. Try to get at least an 1100 on your GRE and moonlight in a busy MICU, STICU, or CTICU. also, try to send out more than one or two applications...with all of your hard...

  4. Torn between CRNA and MD...

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

    fyi... most MDAs don't pay $100k/yr in malpractice....

  5. Why Am I Putting Myself Through This????

    schway replied to dfk's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    dfk, there are many types of personalities that you will encounter during your education. many of the MDs/CRNAs/residents will be great teachers and amicable, many will not. the advice I have...

  6. MUSC vs. VCU

    schway replied to xyhartnurs's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    just trying to help you out, Reggie. There are many things to take into consideration when deciding where to attend school, it's just a matter as to what is most important to you. If buying a home...

  7. MUSC vs. VCU

    schway replied to xyhartnurs's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    celam, you can use any calculator you want, but I lived in both places and have been active in both real estate markets....trust me, Charleston is more expensive, unless you live 30-40 minutes...

  8. MUSC vs. VCU

    schway replied to xyhartnurs's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    Celam, I lived in Charleston for 4 years. I worked at MUSC for almost 2 years in the MICU(a great unit to work in). I have several friends/past coworkers who attend MUSC. The director has been...

  9. How many schools did you apply to?

    schway replied to malenurse2001's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    applied 6 interview offered 5 interviewed 2, accepted at both the schwizzzz

  10. SRNAs-- loan consolidation?

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

    Texas, I sent you a

  11. SRNAs-- loan consolidation?

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

    Hello everyone, I'm starting this august and wondering if I should apply for my full loan(living, not tuition) through sallie mae and pony up the upfront origination fee before the rate hike on 7/1,...

  12. Alternative Loans - here's what I've found

    schway replied to ArkyCCRN's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    Hey guys, Thanks for all of the useful info on this thread. I haven't started applying for my private loans yet, but was wondering.... Do I apply for each year's worth of money, or do I apply for...

  13. MICU experience?

    schway replied to UTRN2005's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    you're stats sound good, I 'd agree with getting your CCRN, especially in Texas. I got into a solid program with similar stats and about the same MICU experience...it's a great unit to learn in,...

  14. Nurse Anesthetist Shortage

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

    I'd have to agree with you about MUSC, I don't think they are attracting as strong of an applicant pool. They have a new director who has had some obstacles to overcome, but I think in a few...

  15. Alternative Loans - here's what I've found

    schway replied to ArkyCCRN's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    Firstly, thank you all for the information regarding finances for school. Just a quick question. Do I need to apply for my Stafford loans before the private loans? thanks,

  16. Raleigh School of Nurse Anesthesia

    schway replied to losflemings's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    I've heard its in a strip

  17. interview

    schway replied to dfk's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    dfk, I'll be there Oct 20th as well. I think the best advice I have received is to just "be myself"..... hope this helps and see ya in a week.

  18. Anyone heard from Duke, yet?

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

    They begin in early Jan '06. I heard from the coordinator the other day, she had a question regarding my application...so I figure the faculty is still considering applicants(or at least mine)....