So were you able to work in a hospital after getting your associates?
@js804029 күн бұрын
How important is knowing organic chemistry (the actual course work) to be successful in CRNA school?
@js804029 күн бұрын
Thank you for sharing....I'm taking organic chemistry right now as a pre req and I was curious how much of ochem is actually used in CRNA school?
@Goundo1Ай бұрын
I’m trying to figure out what I want to do before going to college and travel nurse was one of my options and out of all of the videos I have watched this is the best one so far because it gets to the point and it’s transparent. I think I’ll be going into this field.
@katrinsinyagina3384Ай бұрын
you personality is so calming and joyful. You are a such positive person. My goal is to apply for CRNA school and I have a log way to go , as I am just starting my ICU job. When I feel down or stressed I come to your channel to just relax... It is a gift for sure to have this personality!
@Shanique-h1yАй бұрын
Hi, I was wondering when you prepare the medications for the patient do you check the mars like when you are an rn ? Is there someone else that checks the medication to like reduce making an error?
@SRNAPaulАй бұрын
Hi, we have to do the checks ourselves. Verify correct patient, drug, dose etc. I usually triple check my med before drawing them up and giving them to the patient. But no, there isn’t another person that checks so anesthesia providers have to be extra vigilant with medication administration.
@user-pq7to3te1tАй бұрын
This is incredible for everyone who goes and trust their lives with nurses. They are literally train trained in that specific job sector to handle medication and administer them. If they are able to perform those duties 100% of the time then they will criminal charges. lucky she didn’t get prison time
@AldriyaAntony06Ай бұрын
As a crna do you have to do all these things alone or does a doctor tells you
@chicayessАй бұрын
Depends on the workplace
@SRNAPaulАй бұрын
It depends per anesthesia group & state. CRNAs can practice independently in 27 states meaning they do not need a physician to practice. Where I have my clinicals, MDs only come in for when the patient is going to sleep. The rest of the time, it’s just the CRNA in the room taking care of the patient.
@fdrisgreatАй бұрын
I used to hear about AMN being a nightmare for travel nurses just due to the compensation where I heard some nurses wouldn't get paid for a month(s), but that was a few years ago pre Covid. I'm not sure if it changed. The compact licenses work for 30 plus states but I've heard some states like Massachusetts and California nursing licenses were a pain in the ass to get. As a travel nurse make sure you turn in a paper copy of your hours to see if they match up to the Kronos hours from the hospital. Best thing about travel nursing is getting a weekly paycheck versus waiting two weeks to get a paycheck. Thank you about AYA Healthcare.
@SRNAPaulАй бұрын
The weekly paychecks were amazing 🤩
@fdrisgreatАй бұрын
One bad thing about travel nursing is getting furnished housing. Most apartments complexes do not honor month to month leases, it depends on the city where the hospital is located. You had a very informative video.
@SRNAPaulАй бұрын
We stayed in a lot of Furnished Finders housing! Had a great experience and made it easily to stay in places short-term
@helenelane2854Ай бұрын
Love this! Thank you!
@SRNAPaulАй бұрын
Of course!♥️
@jeromeervintumambing1662 ай бұрын
hi Paul. Ive watch you blog. I really am inspired being a Crna nurse, but im just starting here in united states. I would like some advices and paths on applying for crna program. I hope I can get in touch with youu. thanks!
@SRNAPaulАй бұрын
Hi Jerome! You can message me on my Instagram or email me - [email protected] ♥️
@shaniquabradley25482 ай бұрын
What are your shifts like? I wanna do this so bad but I’m a single mom
@SRNAPaulАй бұрын
They are usually 6am-4pm Monday-Thursday. Some rotations we do 2 weekends out of the month. It varies per program but you do need a solid support system especially if you have kids at home♥️
@luffy_05422 ай бұрын
Can I become a travel nurse and earn 7240 dollar per weak ❤❤
@luffy_05422 ай бұрын
Mam I am an indian subscriber
@thegreatlakestrucker2 ай бұрын
How do you negotiate a contract when venturing into contract nursing? My recruiter is friendly but pushy to accept a particular contract. After I’ve read the binding contract it essentially states that the agency and the company, that I would be working for, are covering their butts. And a nurse can be thrown under the bus and deal with any consequences on their own without any support from the agency or the family they would be working for. Sounds sketchy.
@msme97902 ай бұрын
Starting clinicals soon and very nervous!
@SRNAPaulАй бұрын
You got this! ♥️ I was super nervous starting out but it gets much better after a few weeks
@olowolobaesther50172 ай бұрын
Will definitely shadow
@olowolobaesther50172 ай бұрын
True. I prefer CRNA to NP. Need my critical thinking working very fast than working on my people skills.
@jinsu05042 ай бұрын
Thank you so much for your tips! I am graduating NP school, and yes I have moved all pp noted TO word documents and I included notes as I read from textbooks...at the end, each systems had like 20-30 pages of notes. I then highlighted the most IMPORTANT facts instructors are looking for in terms of testing, and then I repeatedly reading over the highlighted notes and so referring the unhighlighted portions if I forgot the patho or the reason why some meds were prescribed. will try making questions on notion tho
How often are you able to work out during CRNA school?
@SRNAPaul2 ай бұрын
it varies! Some months are heavier in workload and more tiring than others. I try to workout at least twice a week but rest, sleep, and school work are often prioritized more. I work out whenever I can or have the energy to or if I need to de-stress
@Isaiah489643 ай бұрын
So during your clinicals you dont have any studying to classwork to do? Just focus on what you need to do in the OR?
@SRNAPaul2 ай бұрын
No, we have other classes and our DNP research project on top of clinicals. We also have to study for the SEE which we take yearly in our program. So we are constantly doing homework, writing, or studying outside of our OR time.
@Isaiah489642 ай бұрын
@@SRNAPaul Sheesh thanks for the insight
@cardiyansane14143 ай бұрын
Just about to start clinicals in a few weeks . They told us we need to be there at 5:30 ; 4:30 am for cardiac case 😿
@SRNAPaul2 ай бұрын
I had my cardiac rotation recently and it is A LOT of prep work at first. I got there at 5am to prepare for a CABG the first week then after I got the hang of things, I came in at 5:30 am. That gave me enough time to make drips, MSMAIDS, pre-op pt, and place a-line in pre-op. They are early and long days. Make sure you get a lot of sleep and rest during your rotation. Wishing you best of luck and enjoy your time in CV ♥
@marifergarcia91153 ай бұрын
Hello!! Being a CRNA is my career goal! I have a hand tattoo , do you think I’ll have a problem for it?
@SRNAPaul2 ай бұрын
Hi! It depends on the facilities and schools policies on tattoos. Some are stricter than others. It is uncommon to see hand tattoos just from my own observation in the hospital/ORs. I don't show mine since I always wear a jacket since the OR is very cold, but I do only have tattoos up to my wrists.
@sadesade1113 ай бұрын
Does your program mostly test on random things from your textbooks that were never discussed in lecture? I’m in my second semester, I just had my first exam, and the PowerPoints/ lectures were not that helpful. They basically expect us to memorize the textbooks for exams. I’ve been a 4.0 student since undergrad, but now I’m struggling to figure out how to study/learn everything from the textbooks to do well on my exams, especially with the limited time I have to study. I don’t learn well from just reading textbooks, and at this point I’m practically teaching myself everything from the textbook :(. What do you recommend?
@SRNAPaul2 ай бұрын
Hi friend! We've had different professors for our classes who all made exam questions their own way. I had to tweak my study techniques depending on that professor. It really is frustrating and I've had to read the textbooks thoroughly for some classes in order to do well in them. I've heard people use a test summarizer such as PopAi for text, although I've never used it so I can't say how well it works. What worked for me the best was the combo of making my own summarized study guide on a word/google doc & making questions. I blended the lectures and textbook info combined with apex to really learn the concepts. It's time-consuming but it's gotten me the best outcomes. I wish you best of luck and I know you will get through didactics♥
@walterclements2877Ай бұрын
Is it like, memorize the whole chapter(s), and then questions will be on random things within said chapters?
@sadesade111Ай бұрын
@@SRNAPaul thank you. I’ll try your suggestions🙏. This class has two professors and my second professor tests more on our understanding concepts and clinical application, so I was able to get A+ in my 2nd and 3rd exams. Just prepping for finals now, which is cumulative🤞.
@sadesade111Ай бұрын
@@walterclements2877some professors take random one liners from the textbook. Often it’s stuff that students might not focus on as much because it doesn’t seem as important, but that’s the sort of thing that will be on the exam. The most random, unimportant fact from a tiny image/chart/paragraph on one of the hundreds of pages of assigned readings. Thankfully not every professor tests in this manner.
@sadesade11120 күн бұрын
@@SRNAPaulI passed my 2nd semester with A’s! 🎉 I’m watching your videos again to help me get ready for my 3rd semester ❤
@jinsu05043 ай бұрын
wow so cool..really wanted to do crna...youre living the dream...crna at a young age, good looking...aspired profession.
@SRNAPaul2 ай бұрын
thank you so much 🥺it truly is a dream come true!
@ky27353 ай бұрын
Can it be a non trauma hospital? Im currently working at MICU but its a local hospital.
@SRNAPaul2 ай бұрын
You don't have to work in a level 1 trauma center, but you do need to be taking care of the highest acuity patients. If you aren't exposed to drips, ventilators, codes, and emergency situations in the ICU, then you need to get that experience in a higher acuity ICU! You have to invest in your ICU knowledge and skills that will help you with your application, resume, and interview!
@ky27352 ай бұрын
@SRNAPaul It's 26 beds and somewhat mid level acuity floor with all vassopresspr and sedative drips, ventilator, A-line with code happening often enough at least once during My shift. But the floor does not have ECMO or CRRT.
@GnarlyCharlie8883 ай бұрын
Hii I love your content. Quick question, did you get your masters degree before applying to CRNA school? Or you dont have to? How does that work?
@SRNAPaul3 ай бұрын
Thank you so much! No, you only need your bachelors degree in nursing to apply and icu experience. With CRNA programs, you earn either a masters or a doctorate degree, but they are now transitioning to all doctorate (why it’s 3 years for the programs).
@GnarlyCharlie8883 ай бұрын
@@SRNAPaul Nice! Thank you. Your videos have been very helpful. ❤️
@LeaveMeAloneBleez3 ай бұрын
crazy how becoming a CRNA in my country only takes a bachelor's degree
@SRNAPaul3 ай бұрын
Which country are you in?
@LeaveMeAloneBleez3 ай бұрын
@@SRNAPaul morocco
@SRNAPaul2 ай бұрын
@@LeaveMeAloneBleez very cool!
@brookedavis4043 ай бұрын
You are living my dream! I’m so jealous & happy for you. I’m an LPN and will be an RN by next Dec. I have been very fascinated in anesthesia and aspire to become a CRNA. The only problem is my fiancé & I have had the baby fever for a while and want to start a family within the next couple of years. We are 25. I always said I want to be 100% done with school before having kids. If I pursue this career, I’ll be done with school when I’m 30-31 and would have to wait to start a family until that age. I know that’s not old to have kids but we wanted them in the nearer future. Ugh do you have any advice about pursuing a career or a family? 🫤 I have also seen CAAs, which is a 2 year program and heard they make about the same amount of money as CRNAs do but for a year less of school (& debt). That may be better for me if I want to have kids a little sooner. Do you have any opinions on CAAs? Thank you for any advice 💜💜
@SRNAPaul2 ай бұрын
Hi Brooke, thank you so much! Your concerns are very valid and CAA is an option. I have seen all types of students (single moms, parents, divorced during the program, having kids IN the program, single, married, waiting to have kids) so it's hard to give advice bc everyone's situation is very unique! I would say that you need all the support that you can get throughout any anesthesia program. Less stressors you have, the better. As far as CAAs, it is a very controversial topic in the anesthesia world. There are pros and cons to being a CAA. The length of the program is the biggest pro but you will be limited to the states that you can practice in. CAAs also work under anesthesiologists, meanwhile CRNAs can practice in more states and independently in certain states. There are many factors to consider! I hope that helps and all I can say is that the job is amazing and the schooling is worth it ♥
@patfalvey35273 ай бұрын
You do not have to pay CA taxes if you just work there on a temporary basis (less than one year). You only pay state tax in your domicile (home state).
@accesshealthcarellc3 ай бұрын
Hi SRNA Paul! We would love to work with you! Access Healthcare is a nurses-owned agency, so we know what you need! We have thousands of jobs, great benefits, and we are in 49 states. We are based in New Jersey as well. Come try the Access difference! Btw, we love this content. Content like this helps our nursing community greatly. More power! 💛💛
@alejandrocastillo57713 ай бұрын
Duplicate expenses? So if I don't pay rent in Texas and I go to another state, does that mean I am responsible for paying for lodgings during the contract?
@alejandrocastillo57713 ай бұрын
104/hr that's what a new NP makes in Texas. Thinking about starting to travel, any recommendations on reputable travel agencies.
@SRNAPaul2 ай бұрын
here's my video on agencies I do & don't recommend! kzbin.info/www/bejne/bZPNlWWBd9V3bKc&lc=Ugxh2dDYaf0EOQSd5yx4AaABAg I hope it helps ❤
@alejandrocastillo57712 ай бұрын
@@SRNAPaul thank you
@CaseySmithOfficial4 ай бұрын
Love watching your clinical days 😊
@SRNAPaulАй бұрын
Love u!🤍
@jh25194 ай бұрын
Money.
@kalaivanipanneerselvam75404 ай бұрын
Your Content was so helpful..
@SRNAPaul4 ай бұрын
So glad it was helpful!🫶🏼
@maryjeanr.arturo30294 ай бұрын
Do you have to move to a different state after a year? To avoid IRSissues?
@SRNAPaul4 ай бұрын
Not necessarily a different state but with the facility/assignment you have a limit of 12 months! & yes due to IRS issues
@j.humaira55935 ай бұрын
Does CRNA school have scholarship system?
@SRNAPaul4 ай бұрын
Some programs offer scholarships that you can apply for!
@samuelehtoo95945 ай бұрын
Is travel nursing still marketable in 2024? I'm deciding whether to choose between mechanical engineering and travel nursing as I'm interested in both science - physics, chem, bio- and maths. Money gonna be my decision factor then XD. According to your experiences who gets more paid, engineering or nursing??
@SRNAPaul4 ай бұрын
I can’t speak for how the mechanical engineering job market & salary is but travel nursing can be volatile. You have to do your own research for the best agencies & travel contracts to get the best pay/offer. The job itself is vastly different from mechanical engineering. So you really have to weigh what type of work life you want and if you are willing to travel every few months and have that uncertainty with your next contract. Some seasons the contracts have lower pay and kicks back up again. I hope that helps🫶🏼
@franciscommontielrodriguez7075 ай бұрын
Great video,the info is good, and to know what to expect from the agencies. I enjoy it!