Nursing Q/A for Nurses and Students

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Nurse Beth

What is the best course of action to take when a patient tells a f…

What is the best course of action to take when a patient tells a false statement about you and your employer doesnt speak to you before they let you go?

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Is it possible for me to complete a program in another state while…

by Nurse Beth, MSN

My license is currently on probation no restrictions just quarterly evals on work performance but I wanted to go back for my RN is it possible for me to...

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Credential evaluation documents expired. Do I start over?

by Nurse Beth, MSN

My CES expired and my documents state that they were removed.Do I send documents a fresh?

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How to get a job in Psych?

by Nurse Beth, MSN

Hi. Ive been a PICU, Urgent Care and School Nurse in my 17 years of nursing. Ive always had a passion for Psych Nursing. What can I, or do I have to do in...

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Is there a chance I can get in to nursing school?

by Nurse Beth, MSN

Is there a chance I can get in? I apply next fall -My overall GPA is gonna be 3.6 or 3.64 and my pre req GPA might be a 3.44 or 3.55 depending on a class Im...

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Am I unmarketable with burned bridges?

by Nurse Beth, MSN

I have been a RN 16 years and lost my wife of 32 years 2 years ago, been fighting depression and anxiety, tried to get back into the work force for the last 8...

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Can I sue staff for giving me the right medication but wrong dosag…

by Nurse Beth, MSN

Can I sue staff for giving me the right medication but wrong dosage?

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Must retake NCLEX-how long should I prep?

by Nurse Beth, MSN

Hi Nurse Beth, I am in the process of obtaining my license in my new home state of Hawaii after nearly 10 years out of nursing (I worked as an RN for 18 years...

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75 yr old BSN wants to become a coder

by Nurse Beth, MSN

As 75 year old with BSN background, Im interested in becoming a med coder. Your thoughts re possibility of getting hired? Suggestions?

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How Can I Balance Becoming an AGNP-PC, Earning My DNP and PhD in N…

by Nurse Beth, MSN

Current BSN student graduating in one year. Ive always wanted to be an AGNP-PC and obtain my DNP, to then be a PCP for persons with dementia (from diagnosis to...

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I made a med error; got fired and my job is reporting me to BON. W…

by Nurse Beth, MSN

I made a med error; got fired and my job is reporting me to BON. What do I do.?

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Would I be able to work in the NICU as a LVN?

by Nurse Beth, MSN

Im having a hard time deciding which path to take. My mom was telling me that I should move back home and focus on getting my ADN at the local college. Im...

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Is it a career mistake to go from ER to Urgent Care?

by Nurse Beth, MSN

Im an ER nurse with 10 months experience in ER. Im extremely burnt out and ready for a change. The only offer I have at the moment is for an urgent care. I am...

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Nurse addict asks "Should I just pursue a different profession?"

by Nurse Beth, MSN

I was first licensed as an lpn and then RN in Illinois. Moved to Indiana for a NLC license. The Indiana license along with my NLC license was revoked. But my...

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Did not pass Nursing Professional Development certification exam, …

by Nurse Beth, MSN

Hi Nurse Beth, Earlier this week, I took the Nursing Professional Development (NPD-BC) exam and unfortunately did not pass. I used external study resources but...

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Account suspended by ATI, unable to take the TEAS

by Nurse Beth, MSN

If someone is unable to take the TEAS test due to ATI using their discretion and suspended the persons account despite trying to appeal and call. Is there a...

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Wants to be a clinical research nurse

by Nurse Beth, MSN

I hold a bachelors degree in nursing and a postgraduate diploma in clinical research and regulatory affairs from India. I do have clinical experience as...

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New grad wants OR...or psych

by Nurse Beth, MSN

Im currently an RN with 1 year experience. Im really interested in working in the OR or psych. Id like to apply for positions within the hospital I already...

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How do I get into Utilization Review after doing direct patient ca…

by Nurse Beth, MSN

How do I get into Utilization Review after doing direct patient care for 30 yrs?

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Can I get a nursing job that lets me keep the Sabbath?

by Nurse Beth, MSN

Hi, I am considering attending nursing school, primarily because I am interested in working in pediatrics. I have a lot of experience with children, including...

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Can't find job with restricted license

by Nurse Beth, MSN

I am a RN with 26 years experience. I got DWI X 2 and did not report them to the Tx BON. I was given a restricted license for 2 years. The most damaging is...

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Hostile environment in ICU

by Nurse Beth, MSN

I have a new ICU nursing job. I understand that is is a tough job, and I need to learn a lot of new assessment skills and know how to react fast when a patient...

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How Can I Transition Out of Bedside Nursing After Struggling with …

by Nurse Beth, MSN

Hello Beth, I have been feeling quite alone at home, and have been on medical leave for 4 years from working during covid. I I was new to the unit and just...

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International nurse asks about visa screening

by Nurse Beth, MSN

Hi, Im registered nurse..I got 6.5 overall band score with 7 in speaking and 6 in reading, writing and listening. Can I proceed for cgfns visa screening...

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How do I manage getting my RN license in NH while still working pe…

by Nurse Beth, MSN

Hi Beth! Long time follower here. Im an LPN, about to graduate with my RN. I am currently licensed as an LPN in MA, but I moved to NH before nursing school and...