SICUlove

I can't find the page either on my smartphone. I'll try again on my PC just in case.

Keep us posted on what you choose!

I think you should consider a few things with this decision. First, beyond what would look good for CRNA school, how do the individual units compare in terms of work culture, schedule, etc.? You will be spending 1 or 2 years there so you don't want to be with miserable co-workers! If you don't get in the first time, you need to be comfortable staying in that unit because you like it. This was important with me in deciding between ICUs and I made the right choice and love my job and co-workers. Have you shadowed both units? Also, does the hospital have a CRNA program? My SICU has a reputation for having consistent turnover due to CRNA school but my school knows what kind of skill set people from my unit arrive with and that offers them some idea in what I know/don't know. I don't think my interview was as difficult as others from people out of state because they are trying to get a feel for what that candidate was competent with day to day. With me, I think they knew more of what they were getting. I think it would look good for you to branch out from neuro to SICU and make you a more diverse candidate. I work in a level I trauma hospital in the SICU and we see a lot of neuro trauma too (we've had EVD's and bolts lately, most with extensive concurrent ortho injuries) so hopefully you'll get some neuro patients there. I got anesthesia and surgery references from my unit and I think the exposure to the OR team/CRNAs was helpful. Good luck with your decision and best wishes in your pursuit! I can't remove all bias because I really enjoy my unit as a whole and work with my best friends that I've made while here :-) I'm going to Duke in Spring.

I went with Duke and I'm not looking back! Definitely a super tough choice. I really admire ECU's program and director but this would ultimately be the easier transition for me.

Hi Everyone, I'm in a position to make a choice between Duke or ECU nurse anesthesia programs. I would have to move to attend ECU (the physical move would not be a big cost to me). I would love to stay where I am for quality of life factors however I am very drawn to the small class size and quality control ECU is able to offer with more individual attention. Even staying where I'm at, Duke has so many clinical sites I won't be home as much and I'm very aware I won't get to do the things I enjoy like I do now. It may be equivalent to being thrown in Greenville. Cost is obviously a huge difference between the programs but is not "the" determining factor, though it is a consideration. I just want the best experience and want any help I can get in making this decision. If any of you are in this situation, I would love to hear why you've chosen your program as I compare options. This is a tough subject but thanks for your input!

Check your mail everyone

PLEASE let today be the day! Post if anyone hears from them please!