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  1. TEXAS CRNA's Call to action. Stop the potential AA bill!

    TexasGas replied to Outdoor1's topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    If I knew who you were, I wouldn't come to you for any procedures. There is no better person to manage another person's LIFE than one that has been adequately trained and tested on the physiology of...

  2. CRNA program while raising kids

    TexasGas replied to lizzyberry's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    I have 2 boys (3&5), and it has meant some away time, but for the most part i can totally dedicate one full night and at least one weekend day per week to family. Not every week has worked out,...

  3. BSN or ADN for CRNA program?

    TexasGas replied to Dino's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    I do not know where some people get there info. it is really silly how many people will talk from the rear. I have a BS in Zoology and Chemistry. I have an ADN. I had NO PROBLEM getting 4 offers...

  4. 2nd degree BSN program vs associates or traditional 4 year BSN

    TexasGas replied to Dino's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    Strongly believe that? What the hell do you base that on? I'm certain it depends on the individual and their previous experiences and education. I am one of those "lowly" ADN candidates, and I am...

  5. Changes to the Certifying Exam

    TexasGas replied to Just a CRNA's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    Good

  6. respiratory therapists becoming CRNAs????

    TexasGas replied to mommy2BCD's topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    The former RTs in our program (they also became RNs) are excellent

  7. Is CRNA a solid career?

    TexasGas replied to Tyler1111's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    I think Phish was simply stating a realistic timeline. Regardless of one's perception of intensive study, time is here and gone. If time si an issue for some, I'd listen to the poster's accounted...

  8. 2nd degree BSN program vs associates or traditional 4 year BSN

    TexasGas replied to Dino's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    I 'm in CRNA school. I have an ADN. Already had a BS in Zoology/Chemistry. Never got a BSN. Goffered 4 interviews, but only went to one, the one I wanted. Do not waste your time. Most, not all, will...

  9. Is CRNA a solid career?

    TexasGas replied to Tyler1111's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    To add to "Phish's" comments, Last year, CRNAs performed almost 70% of ALL anesthesia. By the year 2014, 35% of the current CRNA workforce has declared they will retire. Medicare currenlty reimburses...

  10. Work during school?

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

    i have to seriously disagree with some statements made in this post. what you will be learning in crna school will not give you any opportunity to gain "hands on experience" while picking up shifts....

  11. Don't Listen to alarmist

    TexasGas replied to FlGasman's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    Well said, couldn't agree more. And although it does require a tremendous time commitment, my wife and I still eat dinner at least 4 times/week (I'm in right now.) Good luck, and stay caught up....

  12. Choosing a CRNA program.

    TexasGas replied to fungirl's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    No UTRN, it wasn't directed at you. But I am well resided to the fact that most schools find one's desire to become a CRNA more appealing than placing all of one's eggs in same basket (i.e. only...

  13. Choosing a CRNA program.

    TexasGas replied to fungirl's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    Geographically, you mention TCU and Baylor but not the corresponding schools that are in those same towns, such as TWU in Ft. Worth or UT in Houston. (That's where TCU and Baylor are respectively.)...

  14. ICU(as ADN) for CRNA?

    TexasGas replied to newbeginnings07's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    I'm an ADN in a CRNA program. I had a life science BS before I went to ADN. I would highly recommend that you do exactly what you are doing and once you put in a full year of full-time ICU, you are...

  15. Possible to Work FT While Pursuing CRNA?

    TexasGas replied to RNfaster's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    I guess the time requirements of your school may play a part as well. I commend DFK for being able to

  16. Possible to Work FT While Pursuing CRNA?

    TexasGas replied to RNfaster's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    Sonoran, I worked FT, and had a part-time job the ENTIRE time I was in school, plus had plenty of time to screw around and have family time. That was RN school. I can tell you first hand, that you...

  17. Too Late to be a CRNA?

    TexasGas replied to ReeseW's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    Average age in my current class at CRNA school is around 35. That's the average. That's all I can

  18. What to wear?!?

    TexasGas replied to GUERO's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    I was once told "Dress for the job you want, not the job you already have..." I wouldn't recommend going in wearing scrubs and a cap, though. Do wear a suit if you have one. dress communictaes many...

  19. any discrimination in crna schools admission?

    TexasGas replied to confusedstudent's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    As far as Texas goes, your information couldn't be further from the truth. If your grades and experience are suitable, I'm certain you will beafforded the same chance as everyone that applies. You...

  20. Confused about BSN/ADN + BA with long term goal of becoming a CRNA

    TexasGas replied to ibw04's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    Most schools require a GRE of 1100 or better (Really get a good math score). At least 1 FULL year before interview of intensive ICU work, meaning do not count your preceptorship or time floating to an...

  21. Pursuing CRNA as a minority

    TexasGas replied to nola04's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    First, I have an ADN and a BS in related science and I am in CRNA school in Ft. Worth (TWU). We have people of all races, and every on eof us works very hard to learn the material. But the one...

  22. Confused about BSN/ADN + BA with long term goal of becoming a CRNA

    TexasGas replied to ibw04's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    I have an ADN and BS in science related field, I am also in CRNA school at Texas Wesleyan in Ft. Worth. All four of the schools in Texas (the only ones I looked at) accepted ADN with BS in science, I...

  23. Can you get in with a "C"

    TexasGas replied to CoCo612's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    Yup, no worries. Keep doing the best you can, learn all you can.... and you can get

  24. Are Online Classes in NA school common?

    TexasGas replied to MmacFN's topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    What CRNABrian said is totally

  25. CRNA to MDA??

    TexasGas replied to Inuyasha2k06's topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    I agree with the last two posters. If you are uncertain which you would like to become, it sounds as if you have ample time to find out what the pros and cons are of each, and then make your...