DnvrOutdoorsRN

DnvrOutdoorsRN BSN, APRN, CRNA

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  1. Low GPA for CRNA school

    DnvrOutdoorsRN replied to Reaz's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    Keep getting As in the other classes. I don't think it's overkill to redo anything you haven't received an A in, however it comes with a caveat. Have you asked an admissions advisor for whatever...

  2. Scared/feel unprepared for CRNA school?

    DnvrOutdoorsRN replied to Rnso's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    Current TX Wesleyan SRNA here, 10.5 months to go. It takes sacrifice for sure, what you're doing is not that uncommon. Sold my house to fund school. I understand the anxiety and feeling...

  3. TWU CRNA 2018

    DnvrOutdoorsRN replied to walkerrn2015's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    Canookies, here's what I told another person: -Make sure you know your own field. I'm a CT nurse, so talking about post op hearts, complications, interventions, medications, etc was important....

  4. TWU CRNA 2018

    DnvrOutdoorsRN replied to walkerrn2015's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    Congrats to those who got a spot in Denver! Ive worked at U of Colorado for the past 5yrs and its a great place to work. I thought both interviews were less intimidating than I expected. Being able...

  5. TWU CRNA 2018

    DnvrOutdoorsRN replied to walkerrn2015's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    Dec 12th for

  6. New Grad starting in CVICU SOS

    DnvrOutdoorsRN replied to MurseOwl's topic in CCU, Coronary, Cardiac

    Nice! Sounds like my unit. You said it's a residency, how long do you have being precepted and what kind of support do you get? Classes etc? A good place I think to start would be reviewing all...

  7. Any jobs that male nurses are "not allowed" to do?

    DnvrOutdoorsRN replied to skihan's topic in Male Nursing Students

    Typically speaking, no. However I always think about my patients, their privacy and include them as drivers of their care when Im able to. If a patient requests a female to help them toilet, etc...

  8. Reinventing Myself (Career Change from IT to Male Nurse)

    DnvrOutdoorsRN replied to BlueScrub922's topic in Male Nursing Students

    Do it. Never too late to follow your passion and desire to give back. Second career nurse here, started an accellerated BSN when I was

  9. TWU CRNA 2018

    DnvrOutdoorsRN replied to walkerrn2015's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    Congrats to the other ppl with an interview in CO. Ill be interviewing at both sites in December. Looking forward to it. Got my email from TWU on 11/9. Id imagine they have maybe 20 or so...

  10. Trying to decide best schooling path for me.

    DnvrOutdoorsRN replied to kmd104's topic in General Students

    I'd rec what most were saying and just apply to several accelerated programs. Do not go for an associates or any of that with a BA already. I was a 'non-traditional' student, 2nd career RN. First...

  11. new RN/BSN - where to work for the most experience

    DnvrOutdoorsRN replied to LTC_LNHA's topic in Men in Nursing

    I guess it depends on what you mean by 'most experience'. Do you mean just seeing lots of different things, patho, patient populations? If so, then Step-Down / Progressive Care is the way to go....

  12. Career switch to Nursing

    DnvrOutdoorsRN replied to CVICU-Nurse1.5's topic in Men in Nursing

    Very cool! I made the transition from banking to nursing at 30. It can be done. One, if not the best decisions I've ever made. Will you be doing a traditional BSN or accelerated? Just curious....

  13. Questions on Portfolio/Resume/Letters of Reference.

    DnvrOutdoorsRN replied to EMEddie's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Without a doubt, I'd take the time to set up a portfolio. I'm a new grad, so mine was relatively simple to set up. Divided it into sections one each for my resume and references, letters of...

  14. commute to UCH from...

    DnvrOutdoorsRN replied to cardioverter's topic in Colorado Nursing

    Hey Cardioverter, welcome to Colorado. I too will be in the UCH new grad cohort on 2/19. Stoked! Sunnyside would be a straight shot on i70 East to i225 south. I'd guess about 20 minutes....

  15. UCCS Acc BSN program begins Summer 2013...PLEASE ANSWER!!!

    DnvrOutdoorsRN replied to chupe's topic in Colorado Nursing

    I graduated from the UCCS ABSN program last August. My recollection of the process was a phone call in January for those selected for interviews. Nobody was accepted into the program until the end...

  16. Soon to Grad

    DnvrOutdoorsRN replied to JennyNY1201's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    There are a few that I know of. University of Colorado Hospital: Post-Baccalaureate Nurse Residency Program - University of Colorado Hospital (next cohort's application is in march) Vanderbuilt...

  17. What was your GPA, when you go into the Nursing program?

    DnvrOutdoorsRN replied to Beautifulvirgo's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Entered nursing school with a 3.0 GPA cummulative, 4.0 prereq's. First degree in chemistry. Graduated last August, 3.8 GPA. Our school's grading system was tough, using + and -, to get an 'A' you...

  18. How Much Free Time Do You Have?

    DnvrOutdoorsRN replied to Okapi's topic in General Students

    I'd say learn to use your time wisely and organize. Make time for your hobby, some might disagree with me but I believe it helps with your mental health during nursing school and provides balance. I...

  19. Best NCLEX review books and any tips?

    DnvrOutdoorsRN replied to blueorchid981's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Good for you, getting a early start! I used to be the biggest procrastinator, but nursing school changed that. How to prepare for the NCLEX is very subjective. I think you need to look closely...

  20. Help.. I Forgot How to do These Dosage Calculation Problems.

    DnvrOutdoorsRN replied to NursieSD's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    Honestly, I think the best way is to set up every dosage problem the same way, EVERY time. It doesn't matter what the units are. Here's what I do. Step 1: Determine what the desired result is....

  21. nclex rn

    DnvrOutdoorsRN replied to anglina's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    My suggestion would be to go to the library and check out the practice question books. As many as you can. I'm a bit confused as to why you said you do not know where you made mistakes?? Pretty...

  22. Appearance?

    DnvrOutdoorsRN replied to TheBerriGirl's topic in General Students

    When you start school on the 7th, I imagine they're going to provide very specific guidelines to be followed for clinicals and professionalism, since when you walk into clinicals you are a...

  23. Any older students??

    DnvrOutdoorsRN replied to KristinaW's topic in General Students

    I was exactly the same way. I worked full time through college, and liked to party then. Was happy with B's and C's. In nursing school, my focus and what I expected out of myself was much

  24. Any older students??

    DnvrOutdoorsRN replied to KristinaW's topic in General Students

    Just completed my 16 month accel BSN this past August. I was a complete screwup the first time through college 10+ years ago. Just needed to get my foot in the door to explain my grades and lack of...

  25. What was the hardest course youve taken?

    DnvrOutdoorsRN replied to MeekaNichole's topic in General Students

    Hands down, pharmacology. Lots and lots of material to go through on each test. I had a unique way of studying for them, instead of looking at the effects, side effects, etc...I studied the...