BigPappaCRNA

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  1. CRNA, Anesthesiologist Relationships

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

    It is not allowed. Period. This is crystal clear, and illustrates just one of the ways that AAs and CRNAs are in no way equal. As much as your friend may like their new found autonomy, being on...

  2. CRNA, Anesthesiologist Relationships

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

    She is equal in no way, because she is dependent completely on the MDA. She cannot work independently. It is a completely untrue statement to say they are equal. Additionally, her placing blocks at...

  3. RN --> CRNA or Law School?

    BigPappaCRNA replied to pedsrncvicu3's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    Nope. Anywhere there is Kaiser, in Northern CA. Not just the Bay

  4. Is the student loan for CRNA programs manageable?

    BigPappaCRNA replied to viprn21's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    Moderators, with all due respect, this should be moved back to the CRNA page. The OP is asking a question of current CRNAs. This thread makes little sense being in the SRNA

  5. RN --> CRNA or Law School?

    BigPappaCRNA replied to pedsrncvicu3's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    Nope. Cali nurses make way more than that. Northern CA Kaiser nurses with 5 years experience make a base of $75/hr. Plus

  6. Do you need 3D vision to be a nurse anesthetist

    BigPappaCRNA replied to Jollyjo's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    If it has not been a issue with you in your career in the ICU, it likely won't be an issue in the OR. Maybe go to your hospital education dept, and play on some intubating simulators, see how you do....

  7. Masters vs DNP?

    BigPappaCRNA replied to sicurnccrn's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    No, it is not bizarre. What seemed bizarre (and frankly still does) is for someone who has never posted before of any kind, to post a fairly long missive, with talking points straight from the ASA...

  8. GPA

    BigPappaCRNA replied to Laurie MacEachern's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    The last 2 posters are spot on. It can be overcome, absolutely. But it does take some time and effort to do so. Most resumes can have one hole in them, yours currently has 1 to 2, those being your...

  9. Masters vs DNP?

    BigPappaCRNA replied to sicurnccrn's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    Sorry, but this is your very first post, and you seem to "know" an awful lot. Your entire post reads like a Troll to me. Your logic and reasoning for your #1 is so painful, torturous, and illogical....

  10. CRNA school with 1 year ICU Experience

    BigPappaCRNA replied to heythatsmybike's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    Good Luck to you as you start your program!!!!! Your assessment of why several years are strongly recommended is SPOT ON! While 6 years is more than you need, you will find it helps you immensely....

  11. CRNA school with 1 year ICU Experience

    BigPappaCRNA replied to heythatsmybike's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    Quite honestly, 1 year of ANY experience is NOT enough time. The goal is not, or at least should not, be to get accepted to a program. The goal should be to be a strong CRNA. Your ICU experience is...

  12. Have you ever experienced an ethical dilemma in your practice?

    BigPappaCRNA replied to af3669's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    Moderator, why did you move this to the Student Forum. While the OP is a student, they are asking real life CRNAs for responses. They won't get that here. You have done the OP a

  13. Working during CRNA School

    BigPappaCRNA replied to MexicanFNP's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    Most programs (not all, but most) do not allow you to work at all when actively

  14. First CRNA Job - What to look for?

    BigPappaCRNA replied to kdkd25's topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    There are usually 3 criteria for any job. They are salary (and benefits and schedule and hours worked), location, and independence. Most people have to make a choice. You can usually have 2 of the...

  15. Aspiring CRNA student

    BigPappaCRNA replied to Tx29's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    Why are you getting poor grades? You need to be able to be objective with yourself. Only you know the answer to this question, as there can be several reasons, and some of them are quite reasonable....

  16. PAs in Anesthesia

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

    To clarify, they must be BOTH an AA and a PA, in the state of Kentucky. But you are right, either way, they are a dependent tool, not an independent

  17. Advice for CRNA

    BigPappaCRNA replied to Mnurse18's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    Well I am a CRNA, you are not. I have been a clinical coordinator for 3 different programs, you have not. I have sat on two programs admission committees. You have not. I might have just a wee bit...

  18. Advice for CRNA

    BigPappaCRNA replied to Mnurse18's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    A little travel nursing before school never hurt anyone, but make sure you have a SOLID 2-3 years at ONE job before you start doing the travel gigs. This will make you look

  19. Advice for CRNA

    BigPappaCRNA replied to Mnurse18's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    Trauma is just fine. In fact, IMHO, it is far and away the best. It is multi-system and you have to be able to care for whatever walks through the door. I have been a CRNA preceptor and CC for over...

  20. Can level 1 trauma IMCU/SICU Step-down experience get you into CRNA school?

    BigPappaCRNA replied to nursingsprettycool17's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    Well, I don't really think that it should count. But for the schools that accept it, it is probably because it promotes critical thinking, and problem solving, and priority based interventions. You...

  21. Can level 1 trauma IMCU/SICU Step-down experience get you into CRNA school?

    BigPappaCRNA replied to nursingsprettycool17's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    I know of no school that would count step-down time alone as all you needed. Why would they?!?!? I does not supply you with the needed base upon which the rest of your career would based....

  22. CRNA vs. Dental Anesthesiologist. Can CRNA's work in dental offices?

    BigPappaCRNA replied to Jake355's topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    Sure. CRNAs work in Dental practices all over the country. It is quite common and

  23. Advice for CRNA

    BigPappaCRNA replied to Mnurse18's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    Not at all trying to be a jerk, but this is horrible advice. Horrible. The OP's academic record is what it is. For a reason. They need to prove to themself, before anything else, that they are...

  24. Passing Up A Sure Thing

    BigPappaCRNA replied to Defibn''s topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    One school wants YOU, and accepted you. One school doesn't want you, but wants your body as a placeholder, and insurance for them, not you. Why is this a difficult

  25. CRNA applicant - am I missing anything?

    BigPappaCRNA replied to yesrun's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    Because you really need that much to be a strong SRNA and then a strong CRNA. Honestly, if you are thinking about applying after 18 months and hope to have 2 years in before school starts, to me that...