Introductions

[Brian]

Hi everyone! I just thought I'd start the new State forums off with an introduction thread. Please feel free to reply to this thread if you wish. Otherwise, feel free to start a new topic if you wish to discuss other topics that are local or state related. Enjoy!

[CarreBarreLPN, ASN, RN]

Hi Everyone,

My name is Carrie. As my user id states I'm desperately trying to get into an RN program. I have a BA in Management and worked as an accoutant for 10 years before deciding on a career change. I left my job 2 years ago and completed all my pre -reqs now I just need to get in! I'm thinking about doing an LPN program and then a bridge later...I'm getting a little long in the tooth to just keep banging on the doors of community colleges.... I'm looking forward to learning and sharing...... I currently work in an Assisted Living facility planning and implementing daily activities etc for residents with Dementia and Alzheimers.

[sandybrownfour]

Hello everyone,

Married with children. 3 yrs experience as a CNA. Attending Triton college nursing program Spr 09. I hope I'm ready for the long days and nights of studying.

[peds.rn.2003]

hi, i'm connie. i have worked at passavant hospital in jacksonville for 8 yrs and have been in peds since sept. 2003. i graduated from an adn program in missouri in 1990. i also have bsed in social studies and english. i registered in may for an online msn in community health program from independence university. i am planning to become an advance practice nurse and possibly go to reservation work in the southwest.

[SMY2367]

Just graduated from nursing school with my BSN. Starting at Loyola in July!!

[Scrubmouse RN]

I'm hoping to attend CLC's nursing program in spring of '09. I am a second degree student. My first degree is a BS in biology from the University of Illinois. I have a son who is 9 months old. I am taking A&P at CLC this fall. I cannot wait to begin nursing school!

[Mheyin]

Hello! My name is Sarah, and I am starting pre-nursing at Morton College in a couple of weeks. I'm nervous about going back to school (I haven't been in eight years!) but I'm very excited to begin as well.

[LMRN10]

Hello! My name is Sarah, and I am starting pre-nursing at Morton College in a couple of weeks. I'm nervous about going back to school (I haven't been in eight years!) but I'm very excited to begin as well.

Don't be scared - I started back after 10 years. Once you start, you won't want to stop...it's addicting!!! Best of luck to you!

[LMRN10]

I'm hoping to attend CLC's nursing program in spring of '09. I am a second degree student. My first degree is a BS in biology from the University of Illinois. I have a son who is 9 months old. I am taking A&P at CLC this fall. I cannot wait to begin nursing school!

I'm going into my second semester at CLC...has been a good program so far (and they changed the PE's, so now you can make "some" mistakes). Best of luck getting into the program...keep me posted!

[TheSquire, DNP, APRN, NP]

I'm a failed pre-med who'll be starting DePaul's Master's Entry to Nursing Program in January of 2009. I graduated from the University of Illinois in 2006 with a degree in Molecular and Cellular Biology and have been working in research there since.

[traumaRUs, MSN, APRN]

Hi and welcome.

[mommy2three2]

I am also a failed pre-med who is now going into nursing. I graduated from UW-Parkside in 2004 with a degree in Biology and Psychology. Since then I have taken a year off, attended a Specialized Master's program (which I missed the GPA cutoff by 1 question) and re-evaluated my options career wise.

I will be joining Squire in DePaul's Master's Entry into Nursing program beginning in January 2009.

[Kylea]

Hello! My husband and I moved to IL in January! I am currently working as an LPN, and am applying for CLC's spring '09 ADN class :)