Why Become a Nurse?
Nursing is a rewarding career that can make you really feel good about yourself and the work you’re doing – work that you can do in a variety of locations (some that you might never guess).
How Unscrupulous Physicians in Illinois Profit from Misuse of Medical Coding and Billing
Although physicians are not required to swear the original Hippocratic Oath, written in 500 BCE and detailing a moral code of contact, they do vow similar sentiments. The modern version essentially states to “do no harm” and also consider patients’ social and financial well-being when treating them. Unfortunately, there are unscrupulous physicians out there who […]
Employee Spotlight: Griselda Calderon, Senior Admissions Coordinator
Most people who have gone to college and received their degrees say “goodbye” to the hallowed halls forever. Griselda Calderon, senior admissions coordinator in nursing at Northwestern College, is an exception. Calderon was an adult student who didn’t return to college until she was 30. She graduated from Northwestern College with a degree in paralegal […]
Faculty Spotlight: Raj Patel – You CAN Go Home Again
Raj Patel, 2012 graduate of Northwestern College’s Radiologic Technology Program, spent nearly four years working at a major Chicago hospital. He was well into a successful career when the director of the radiography program called and asked if he would like to teach. “I’d never thought about teaching,” Patel says. “I’d thought about doing something […]
Northwestern College Introduces a New BS Program with two tracks in Business Administration
Northwestern College is launching a new Bachelor Program in Business Administration that offers students the opportunity to enroll in one of two tracks – Human Resource Management Specialization Program(HRM specialization) or Logistics & Supply Chain Management (SCM specialization).
Leveraging Social Media to Find a Job
Social media can be a powerful tool in your search for employment. Knowing how to use social networks the right way can set you apart from other candidates. To help you out, we’ve laid out a few tips to help you make the most of your professional social media presence. From LinkedIn to Facebook and […]
Alumni Spotlight Nursing Grad Larisa Latimer
Watch Larisa Latimer, September 2017 Nursing Graduate, highlight what she loves most about Northwestern College! The faculty at Northwestern College ensure that students are on the right path to success and strongly care about their student’s education. If you are interested in pursuing a degree in nursing, find out why you should choose Northwestern College […]
Alumni Spotlight Nursing Grad Pedro Uribe
Watch Pedro Uribe, September 2017 Nursing Graduate, share why he chose to pursue a career in nursing! Find out what he likes most about the nursing program at Northwestern College and what he has to share about his experience overall! If you are still searching for your dream job, don’t hold back. Take the next […]
Faculty Showcase – Medical Assistant Program Director Chandra Hurt
Program Director Chandra Hurt on Medical Assisting Want to know if a career in Medical Assisting is right for you? Watch Chandra Hurt, Program Director of the Medical Assisting Department, discuss the Medical Assistant Program at Northwestern College in this short clip! Take the next step in your career and learn why you should choose Northwestern […]
Rahm Emanuel’s vision for Chicago could impact the Medical Assistant Profession
Mayor Rahm Emanuel has a vision for the future of Chicago. It’s big, it’s bold, and it could be a game-changer in terms of career opportunities for healthcare professionals, including medical assistants. There’s a movement happening across the country, related to advances in medical technology and medical technology startup companies, which is similar to the […]
6 Ways to Know if Dental Assisting is the Right Career Path for You
For most people, visiting the dentist’s office isn’t something to look forward to. Whether for a routine checkup or a curative procedure like getting a filling for a cavity or a root canal, it’s usually among the last places people would prefer to spend their time.
Take Advantage of Big Opportunities as a Dental Assistant
Every day across America, countless people walk into dental offices feeling a little nervous, apprehensive, and hopeful that everything will go okay. Also, much of the time, the main individual they experience who’s ready to welcome them and set their nerves calm is the dental assistant.