KJNIllinois

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1. Applying to SWIC Fall 2011?

   KJNIllinois replied to MyGenesis's topic in Illinois Nursing

   Sorry to be late to the party! I also purchased the books on Ebay. Sometimes, if you time it correctly, you can score a great deal. Trace, I purchased older additions for A&P as well. However, I...

2. Applying to SWIC Fall 2011?

   KJNIllinois replied to MyGenesis's topic in Illinois Nursing

   Hi. I am also in the Tues/Thurs. class, so I will see you there! Best,

3. Applying to SWIC Fall 2011?

   KJNIllinois replied to MyGenesis's topic in Illinois Nursing

   Hi Trace, I know we need the specific scrub top they recommended, but I believe Walmart also carries navy blue scrub bottoms. I wonder if we can substitute so long as they match sufficiently. I'll...

4. Applying to SWIC Fall 2011?

   KJNIllinois replied to MyGenesis's topic in Illinois Nursing

   Hi Ladies, I know it is way early, but I was wondering if anyone ordered scrubs? I looked at the website, but thought I'd check with you gals first to see if anyone ordered yet and how the sizing was...

5. Applying to SWIC Fall 2011?

   KJNIllinois replied to MyGenesis's topic in Illinois Nursing

   Thanks Kritterleigh. I also purchased insurance through United Healthcare and my major med. policy was around $70. The agent also let me know that part of the Affordable Care Act that passed...

6. Applying to SWIC Fall 2011?

   KJNIllinois replied to MyGenesis's topic in Illinois Nursing

   Hi Trace, I think mine came within 24-48 hours, but I don't remember exactly when. The actual drug test is walk-in and only took about 10 minutes or so. I finished my CPR, obtained insurance (applied...

7. Applying to SWIC Fall 2011?

   KJNIllinois replied to MyGenesis's topic in Illinois Nursing

   Hi. I called the Madison County HD. That's strange that St. Clair wouldn't do the

8. Applying to SWIC Fall 2011?

   KJNIllinois replied to MyGenesis's topic in Illinois Nursing

   Thanks Ydbush! I did check with the Health Dept. and they were quite a bit cheaper than local clinics like Walgreens. They will do the Rubella and Varicella titers as well, if needed. I also noticed...

9. Applying to SWIC Fall 2011?

   KJNIllinois replied to MyGenesis's topic in Illinois Nursing

   Hi Ladies, I just returned from the orientation. For those who need immunizations (I have no records- UGH). I checked on the Walgreen's website and the cost for everything will exceed $800. Anyone...

10. Applying to SWIC Fall 2011?

    KJNIllinois replied to MyGenesis's topic in Illinois Nursing

    I hear ya. I'm going to have to take out a loan for the balance of school. It's always tough right in the beginning of a program too, since you have to factor in the physical, insurance,...

11. Applying to SWIC Fall 2011?

    KJNIllinois replied to MyGenesis's topic in Illinois Nursing

    Hi. I'm going to attend tonight's orientation. How did the it go? Do you feel more prepared for what is to come and what needs to be

12. Applying to SWIC Fall 2011?

    KJNIllinois replied to MyGenesis's topic in Illinois Nursing

    Hi Ladies, No, she didn't give a reason. I think she probably gets deluged with calls every year! LOL I figure if I did it wrong, I can just go online and cancel my registration. The only thing that...

13. Applying to SWIC Fall 2011?

    KJNIllinois replied to MyGenesis's topic in Illinois Nursing

    I called Candice today in the Nursing Dept. and she told me to wait until orientation to register. I was a bad girl and registered anyway. I hesitated to wait because I need a specific schedule so I...

14. Applying to SWIC Fall 2011?

    KJNIllinois replied to MyGenesis's topic in Illinois Nursing

    Hi Ladies, I need to dig up my nursing packet again. So, we are only allowed to take the calculations course in the summer, correct? What classes do we register for the Fall semester (100, 102, 103,...

15. Applying to SWIC Fall 2011?

    KJNIllinois replied to MyGenesis's topic in Illinois Nursing

    Hi Trace, I sent all forms back with my acceptance letter. I ordered the background test, and they will email you with the drug testing information. You will print it out and take it with you to your...