LiLwannabRN

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  1. JJC Spring 2011?

    LiLwannabRN replied to Tleelove's topic in Illinois Nursing

    Sweetpea! 2nd semester is crazy. I had pharm that continued into 2nd semester (some people continued into the summer) So i had pharm the first 8 weeks . You will have 3 rotations you go through(each...

  2. JJC Spring 2011?

    LiLwannabRN replied to Tleelove's topic in Illinois Nursing

    Honestly, i have one from the bookstore its a Prestige and i like i havent had any issues with. I dont know if id recommened getting a Littmann just yet (they are awesome) just because they can be...

  3. JJC Spring 2011?

    LiLwannabRN replied to Tleelove's topic in Illinois Nursing

    your definetly going to need a stethoscope right away. You'll be using them within the first week or so of clinical topics ..you don't really need to buy a blood pressure cuff unless you want it for...

  4. JJC Spring 2011?

    LiLwannabRN replied to Tleelove's topic in Illinois Nursing

    For some of the theory classes you will be taking you can usually attend lecture at anytime (so even if you are in the day program..you can go to the evening lectures) only problem being you will...

  5. JJC Spring 2011

    LiLwannabRN replied to 33tt33's topic in Illinois Nursing

    When it comes time for your orientation try to talk to the instructers and the Head of the department ( She will be there) i know a few people who have switched over. Also, definatly try to thread...

  6. JJC Spring 2011?

    LiLwannabRN replied to Tleelove's topic in Illinois Nursing

    No need to thank..i was in your shoes before to..and there are so many questions that get unanswered and things can be very confusing! and once again dont be afraid to contact me about anything you...

  7. JJC Spring 2011?

    LiLwannabRN replied to Tleelove's topic in Illinois Nursing

    It's me again!! haha. Okay maybe i can help you guys out with the clinical sites and what not. Unfortunatly you do not get to pick your site..or what day you have clinicals. They do put you in groups...

  8. JJC Spring 2011?

    LiLwannabRN replied to Tleelove's topic in Illinois Nursing

    Just to add to the previous post. You do not have to get your scrubs or order them from the school, Life Uniform(for example) has a decent selection of the maroon and white scrubs that you will need....

  9. JJC Spring 2011?

    LiLwannabRN replied to Tleelove's topic in Illinois Nursing

    Yes..it is still the maroon lab coat with the JJC patch on it that reads "carpe diem" and you have the choice for either the maroon colored scrubs or white scrubs you can do either or or mix and match...

  10. JJC Spring 2011?

    LiLwannabRN replied to Tleelove's topic in Illinois Nursing

    I really should be in bed i have clinicals in the AM..i figured i should give you the heads up to. Get your CPR for healthcare providers as soon as you can..it will be one less thing you have to worry...

  11. JJC Spring 2011?

    LiLwannabRN replied to Tleelove's topic in Illinois Nursing

    It does kind of stink that we don't get to choose, but i suppose that's life. You will figure out a way to manage your time and make it work..i still managed to keep my job (part time) and work 20-25...

  12. JJC Spring 2011?

    LiLwannabRN replied to Tleelove's topic in Illinois Nursing

    O! and yes your section 150 is considered 8 credit hours plus you will have pharm which is 3 credits and if you don;t have your CNA you will have to take NURS 140 which is 2 credits(so your tuition...

  13. JJC Spring 2011?

    LiLwannabRN replied to Tleelove's topic in Illinois Nursing

    As far as financial aid goes apply anyway!! it cant hurt..i still do. As far as tuition..first semester it was in the ballpark of $1,200 not including books..books ran me about $600 maybe slightly...

  14. JJC Spring 2011?

    LiLwannabRN replied to Tleelove's topic in Illinois Nursing

    Yes. It has been that way for us for the past two semesters so unless they reinstated the lottery system your class times will be chosen for you, but like i said before most of the time you can go to...

  15. JJC Spring 2011?

    LiLwannabRN replied to Tleelove's topic in Illinois Nursing

    Nope when you go to your orientation they will have a folder for you with the information you need to know( forms to fill out etc etc) and your schedule written out that you have to sign and turn back...

  16. JJC Spring 2011?

    LiLwannabRN replied to Tleelove's topic in Illinois Nursing

    Your very welcome!

  17. JJC Spring 2011?

    LiLwannabRN replied to Tleelove's topic in Illinois Nursing

    Congrats future JJC nursing students. I am halfway through my second semester there and a i love it! I saw that many of you had questions about the schedules. This is how it was for us 1st semester...

  18. JJC Spring 2010 applicants

    LiLwannabRN replied to megc629's topic in Illinois Nursing

    im in section 10!! anyone else?! ugh..im getting so

  19. nursing(RN or BSN) school in IL that has a high acceptance rate

    LiLwannabRN replied to arevalo's topic in Illinois Nursing

    . this is an extremely negative and wrong way to looking at that situation. most nursing schools anywhere in IL and chicago for that matter are competitive. just because someone wasnt good at some of...

  20. JJC Spring 2010 applicants

    LiLwannabRN replied to megc629's topic in Illinois Nursing

    ok i will do the same. they've gotta have

  21. JJC Spring 2010 applicants

    LiLwannabRN replied to megc629's topic in Illinois Nursing

    i sure do! can we message on here? id rather not put all of my info out there for the world to

  22. JJC Spring 2010 applicants

    LiLwannabRN replied to megc629's topic in Illinois Nursing

    tnl. we definatly should get that study group going. Did you go to life uniform for your scrub jacket? i thought about just going and getting it done and over with instead of doing it on the...

  23. JJC Spring 2010 applicants

    LiLwannabRN replied to megc629's topic in Illinois Nursing

    jenifu1...looks like u and me will be in the same classes!!! i dont know about you...but im soo excited and nervous at the same time. ..now that im over the getting in anxiety..now the actual..being...

  24. JJC Spring 2010 applicants

    LiLwannabRN replied to megc629's topic in Illinois Nursing

    this was my first time applying to

  25. JJC Spring 2010 applicants

    LiLwannabRN replied to megc629's topic in Illinois Nursing

    id have to agree. all of your guys' grades are great! i think having all the gen.eds and prereqs. done is a deal breaker to an extent. but who knows. im not sure what the method to their madness is....