Jilaweez

Jilaweez BSN, MSN, RN

Member
  • Content

    628
  • Visitors

    4,030
  • Followers

    0
  • Likes

    2

All Content by Jilaweez

  1. How do I know which test it is?

    You could always call the admissions rep and ask which test it is. Are you sure it's NLN, it could be something else all together....TEAS, NET, HOBET...there are so many of them. When I applied to...
  2. I know alot of us are starting school this week...

    I am not starting school this week but I hope to be in your shoes at this time next year. Anyway, I just wanted to say good luck to all of
  3. Any LPN programs in Illinois?

    Harper college in Palatine, IL has a program. You can get your LPN and then bridge to RN if you choose to. The pre-req's are the same
  4. Share your best Study Skills!!!

    I am a huge fan of making note cards. I usually write the topic or question on the front and the answer on the back. It takes a little extra time and effort but re-writing my notes reinforces them....
  5. Teas?

    Hi gudiarani, The teas is an entrance test required by some nursing schools. It is a test of essential academic skills. There are many different tests so you should check with your school to see if...
  6. MATH...& I'm scared ...uhhh

    Don't worry, you'll be fine. Did you take your math placement test for your school? That will tell you where you need to start. If you don't remember much math on the test then you will need to...
  7. Loyola

    I don't but best of luck to
  8. Hi all. Just wondering if anyone wanted to wait impatiently with me on their acceptance letter for next fall? I finished my interview, TEAS test and essay yesterday and now have to wait until the...
  9. Anyone waiting on Fall 2007 acceptance?

    Hi Tigress, fingers are crossed!! I was hoping to start this year too but I decided to slow down on the pre-reqs a little and enjoy my kids while they are still young. I can't believe the app...
  10. NP jobs in Chicago?

    I live in a suburb outside Chicago and work for Dr's answering service. Through my job I have met many dr's, nurses, etc. I know one NP who works with a surgeon. My husband went for a checkup and...
  11. Anyone waiting on Fall 2007 acceptance?

    Hi So-buggie, I think you will know by the middle of october. My school said they were reviewing apps on sept. 21st and we should know 2-3 weeks after that. I hope you get great
  12. Any Harper College Students?????????

    Well, when you register for classes drop me a line and i'll tell you who to take. I recommend Andresen for Bio160-161. I hear Holdaway is harder. There is a stats teacher I don't recommend so let me...
  13. Anyone waiting on Fall 2007 acceptance?

    The program I applied for just requires you to have completed a general associates degree. You take the first two years at a CC or university and the last two years are completed there. You do not...
  14. Anyone waiting on Fall 2007 acceptance?

    I will keep my fingers crossed for you!! Did you re-apply already or will you be soon? I was soooo sure about applying to this program and now that I am waiting to get in I feel unsure. I think...
  15. Mommies of pre-schoolers, need your advice

    I too feel your pain. I work, attend class full time, and have four kids to boot. Between football, figure skating, gymnastics and a host of other activities it is hard to find study time. I have...
  16. Prereqs at a Community College

    I took all mine at CC too. I think I've gotten a great education and most of the universities have dual admissions programs with them. You can save huge amounts of money and as long as the credits...
  17. Never thought you'd be a nurse?

    It's funny the split, some always knew, others never considered it. I think I always knew, but didn't realize it until my mid 20's. When I was 3or4 years old I would tell my grandma and aunties when...
  18. Any Harper College Students?????????

    Yeah, I know Harper requires it, I don't think NIU says until you get the information after you are admitted into the college. I took dr. G's class in the summer actually, I too sat in front of the...
  19. Any Harper College Students?????????

    Does northern require the NLN? I didn't get a lot of information from there yet, just waiting for the regular college app first. I wonder if we've had any classes together. Last fall and spring I...
  20. Help Older Student LPN Now or RN Later

    You just have to sit down and weight your pros and cons. We all want to be in nursing school YESTERDAY but sometimes having patience pays off. I don't think 29 years is old. If you look at these...
  21. Anyone from Rockford?

    Thanks for the feedback. I am glad to hear your friend likes the program. I have a 3.8overall gpa and 4.0 for the nursing pre-reqs, but I did poorly on the entrance exam. I don't know how that will...
  22. Any Harper College Students?????????

    That sounds like a good plan. I am finishing up my Associates in Art at Harper. When are you applying to NIU? Maybe will be there together. I am waiting for the apps to come out in September for...
  23. Nursing and keeping fit??

    I too am huge on fitness. I work out in the gym five nights a week and bike, rollerblade or walk outside during the summer and on the machines in the winter. I am worried about how I will be able to...
  24. Just got back from taking the TEAS (long)

    I took the test on Saturday. I only scored 77.6 on it. I scored well in everything but Math too. I was disappointed because I am actually really good at math, but I didn't review for the test at...
  25. Anyone from Rockford?

    Hi MrN8, I was wondering if you ever got into either of these schools? I know when I visited St. Anthony's they had 1-2 male nurses admitted each year. I just applied there and was wondering what...