Re: CFRN REQUIREMENTS

[Flgtmdic85@aol.com]

Then again, DT states he has never been in a helicopter....  maybe a visit to 
a local system to see "up close and personal" the environment that he would 
have to endure, especially if it may be a BO-105 or the like type of the 
smaller aircraft and possible seek out a few flights in many of the different 
flight conditions...  heat, cold, turbulent winds. These eye opening 
experiences just may determine whether or not he may survive. (many a rider 
has changed their minds after being airsick a time or two). Then start adding 
in the years of necessary experince to work toward the goal of Flight 
Medicine.

Just my $.02 worth
Michael Wilkerson
Flight Paramedic/Firefighter


In a message dated 3/28/01 7:38:41 PM Eastern Standard Time, DARRAR@aol.com 
writes:

<< I am a recent  4.0 grad ( 12/99) of a BSN program -  I do very well with 
test 
 taking.  I am interested in taking the tests to become a CEN and CFRN.  I 
 have looked over the material and think I could easily pass the exams and 
 obtain certification with a little studying.   I have limited ER experience 
 and have never been in a helicopter.
 
 The CEN and CFRN have no requirements as to experience in flight or ER - 
they 
 "suggest" 2 years. - you only have to pass the tests.
 
 If I become certified, CFRN and CEN - ( which I would have no difficulty 
 doing),  Would it improve my chances of getting a flight nurse position down 
 the line???  
 
 
 D.T. >>