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...

  16. Applying to SWIC Fall 2011?

    KJNIllinois replied to MyGenesis's topic in Illinois Nursing

    Hi Kristina, Thanks so much for the information. That does make things easier!

  17. Applying to SWIC Fall 2011?

    KJNIllinois replied to MyGenesis's topic in Illinois Nursing

    Hi Ladies, Those of you who have completed your background checks online, did you have to have exact addresses for everywhere you've lived? I have to complete several other states beyond Missouri and...

  18. Applying to SWIC Fall 2011?

    KJNIllinois replied to MyGenesis's topic in Illinois Nursing

    I'm not sure how being an alternate works, but if those selected do not accept their seats in the program, there will still be spaces left. I know it might be a long shot, but I'm keeping my fingers...

  19. Applying to SWIC Fall 2011?

    KJNIllinois replied to MyGenesis's topic in Illinois Nursing

    Yippee! Congrats Trace, I can't wait to meet

  20. Applying to SWIC Fall 2011?

    KJNIllinois replied to MyGenesis's topic in Illinois Nursing

    Hi Ladies, I received my letter today. Let the journey begin.... Of course, as is my way, I'm already confused. The letter says that you apply for the background check and drug test online. The...

  21. Applying to SWIC Fall 2011?

    KJNIllinois replied to MyGenesis's topic in Illinois Nursing

    Thanks Margaret. I'll certainly check into that as it would definitely save some money and

  22. Applying to SWIC Fall 2011?

    KJNIllinois replied to MyGenesis's topic in Illinois Nursing

    Wow, tomorrow..that's great news. Thanks so much Kritterleigh for all the valuable information you had for us. I do have a question about insurance. What kind of policy do they expect students to...

  23. Applying to SWIC Fall 2011?

    KJNIllinois replied to MyGenesis's topic in Illinois Nursing

    Hi Margaret, Tracy, Irma, etc... Just checking in after not being on in awhile. We should be getting close to knowing something soon, and I'm excited to meet everyone in person. Trace, I have two...

  24. Applying to SWIC Fall 2011?

    KJNIllinois replied to MyGenesis's topic in Illinois Nursing

    Good luck to everyone on the thread. I will keep my fingers crossed for all of us and looking forward to meeting everyone this

  25. Applying to SWIC Fall 2011?

    KJNIllinois replied to MyGenesis's topic in Illinois Nursing

    Hi Trace, I apologize for my lateness in responding. Between the nasty weather and a wonderful stomach flu that raged through my household, things have been crazy to say the least. I finally took the...