Crouton2004

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1. NICU info

   Crouton2004 replied to Crouton2004's topic in General Students

   Jolie - Thanks so much for the quick reply. I kind of thought it was silly too and since I have been seriously considering a NP in Women's Health or Neonates I think I will stick with my gut. Now on to the more important question.....how can I chose...

2. NICU info

   Crouton2004 posted a topic in General Students

   I am trying to figure out when this would be covered in school. Do you think it will be in Peds or in OB? The reason I am asking is I have to fill out my role transition paperwork by the end of September and I have no real idea of what I want to do...

3. Do you have to take a CNA class in order to sit for the NCLEX-RN?

   Crouton2004 replied to ChicagoRN2010's topic in Illinois

   I did not have to take a CNA course to get into Loyola and I will not have to take one to sit for the NCLEX-RN. I think you may have gotten some incorrect info.

4. Audio Recorders for Lectures

   Crouton2004 replied to surething1's topic in Student Assist

   I just hook up this thing called "iTalk" to my iPod and it go. We are allowed to record lectures and encouraged to put our recorders up at a table near the professor while they are lecturing. It is the best thing, I don't have to worry about space ...

5. Info session left me feeling down

   Crouton2004 replied to Crouton2004's topic in Pre-Nursing

   Hiddencat- I think you didn't understand my post. I GOT IN!!! I am currently on my 4th week. This is a happy post :)

6. Info session left me feeling down

   Crouton2004 replied to Crouton2004's topic in Pre-Nursing

   Just an update.... I was thinking about this post and thought it is funny that I am now sitting here starting week 4 at Loyola's ABSN program. Everything works out in the end. Woohoo!! Now if I can just keep my sanity over the next year

7. Who pins you at your pinning ceremony?

   Crouton2004 replied to kaybrn's topic in General Students

   at our school my understanding is it will be whomever you feel has supported you most through your journey. Mine will be my hubby.

8. what are you doing to prepare for the start of school??

   Crouton2004 replied to premedturnednursing's topic in General Students

   Well I start May 19th so I have orientation this week. I am also trying to add some exercise in, get the "office"/guest bedroom in order so I have a nice relaxing place to study. I am going to be off for a week before school starts so I am going t...

9. confused about Loyola.....

   Crouton2004 replied to yuyu75's topic in Pre-Nursing

   Like the PP said it is an accelerated program for students who already have a bachelor's degree in another area. It is 12.5 months but is intense, 5 days a week 8am-5pm.

10. ** Any Class of '09ers out there?? Post here!!!

    Crouton2004 replied to kayel's topic in General Students

    Name: Melissa School: Loyola University, Chicago Program: Accelerated Bachelor of Nursing What area of interest at this time: I am trying to remain open but I am leaning toward L&D or OR. Biggest fear: Failing! This is a huge sacrafice for me an...

11. Is anyone else quitting their job one they enter the nursing program?

    Crouton2004 replied to mybrowneyedgirl's topic in Pre-Nursing

    I will be quitting to start my ABSN in May. We are strongly advised not to work and I can't imagine working and finding the time to study, etc. Student and private loans will be my friend....

12. Number of uniforms to buy

    Crouton2004 replied to Crouton2004's topic in Uniform/Gear

    Thanks! Ours our white as well so I think I will probably by 2-3 depending on # of days we will have clinicals.

13. Number of uniforms to buy

    Crouton2004 posted a topic in Uniform/Gear

    Hello! I just got my acceptance letter and start in May! We have uniforms we need to buy from a specific site, but no mention was made of how many to purchase. I was thinking at least 2 pairs, but I would love some input. Our uniform is pants, top ...

14. For all of us who are sweating bullets waiting on acceptance/rejection letters...

    Crouton2004 replied to phoenixfire's topic in Pre-Nursing

    Loyola's ABSN program in Chicago

15. For all of us who are sweating bullets waiting on acceptance/rejection letters...

    Crouton2004 replied to phoenixfire's topic in Pre-Nursing

    I just got my acceptance letter today!!! Good luck to all those who are waiting.