Nursing Q/A for Nurses and Students

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Nurse Beth

Job delayed due to background check

Hi! I do have an offer letter and should start my job last month, but the thing is my start date is delayed until now due to international background checking....

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What courses are considered for the thirty-unit option

by Nurse Beth, MSN

I would like to know what courses are considered for the thirty-unit option and how they are calculated by units.

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Asylum seeker wants to become an RN, asking advice

by Nurse Beth, MSN

Im a 21-year-old international student currently residing in Illinois and awaiting the outcome of my asylum application. Because of my status, Im not eligible...

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Can I Continue My Nursing Career With Mobility Issues?

by Nurse Beth, MSN

I have mobility issues with my legs and even applied for disability,but was denied. they stated I could still work with my hands. I have been a nurse for 25+...

Nurse Beth

Looking for a remote job that pays well.

by Nurse Beth, MSN

Beth, I am looking for a remote job that pays well. Do you have a suggestion for career advice? Should I contact a nurse recruiter?

Nurse Beth

How to land a job after 15 year hiatus

by Nurse Beth, MSN

I am a reentry nurse, after having been away from the bedside for over 15 years. I maintained my license all of the years I was away from practice, and I...

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Stay in a Stressful Job for Career Growth or Move for Family and L…

by Nurse Beth, MSN

Hi Beth! I am a somewhat new nurse in a bit of a predicament. I am about one year into practice on a specialty PCU, day shift. My ultimate goals are to be...

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Is it too late for me to take NCLEX?

by Nurse Beth, MSN

I got my eligibility for RN exam in oct 1 2024 to sep 30 2025 but I got pregnant and gave birth to my child in march 2024 . because I could not have time to...

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Should single Mom get LPN first or RN?

by Nurse Beth, MSN

I am single mom of a 3yr old with truly no village. I am trying to decide if going for my LPN first is better for me than trying for the RN when Im not certain...

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As a multi-state nurse auditor must I hold a license in each state…

by Nurse Beth, MSN

Is an RN Auditor required to be licensed in the care was delivered in? I am working remotely and auditing several states.

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RN from South Africa asks if she'll need refresher courses in Texa…

by Nurse Beth, MSN

Hi Nurse Beth I am an RN from South Africa been USA since 2023. I have Illinois active RN license since passing NCLEX in 2018. I have never worked in USA as RN...

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How to become a direct-entry midwife

by Nurse Beth, MSN

Hi there, Im interested in becoming a direct entry midwife and Im trying to understand the pathway to apply to a program in the United States. Could you...

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Which states are friendly to foreign nurses ?

by Nurse Beth, MSN

I am a new permanent resident nurse midwife from West Africa. Which states are friendly to foreign nurses to pass the NCLEX, secondly, which evaluation agent...

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Is nursing school too stressful to get a kitten?

by Nurse Beth, MSN

Hi Nurse Beth I am currently on a half gap year and will be starting nursing school in January. I thought its the perfect time to get a kitten. I had her for 4...

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Are Registered Nurses in Intellectual Disability recognised in Can…

by Nurse Beth, MSN

I hold a Bachelor of Science in Nursing with Speciality in Intellectual Disability and registered as RNID since 2009. I am considering relocating to Canada to...

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International nurse has trouble passing English proficiency exam, …

by Nurse Beth, MSN

Hello, I am a nursing student from Africa, I studied all my courses in English with good grades, CGFNS already evaluated my credentials and was sent to the...

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Discouraged while waiting for US BON response

by Nurse Beth, MSN

I didnt obtain a Philippine license because I am U.S. citizen and werent planning to work in the Philippines—I submitted all requirements already (apostile,...

Nurse Beth

Narcotic keys sitting out, mold, mice and missing nurses-should I …

by Nurse Beth, MSN

Dear Nurse Beth, I have worked in the same nursing home for eight years. I used to be full time, and was even the unit manager for a little while. When I had...

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Am I too old at 60 to go for my RN?

by Nurse Beth, MSN

I have been struggling with this question because of my age 60. Ive been an LPN for 34 years. My dream was always to become an RN but because of time and money...

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What should I expect in interview looking for a preceptor for my c…

by Nurse Beth, MSN

Hi I have to complete a RN Refresher course as I am a Stale Nurse. Part of the refresher program is securing my own clinical location (for 160 hrs w a...

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Does this sound like my boss is getting ready to fire me?

by Nurse Beth, MSN

I recently began a job on an observation unit. A patient who was a retired nurse submitted a note to my supervisor stating that in her opinion, I was not...

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School nurse does not want to float

by Nurse Beth, MSN

I am a school nurse in NYS- I have an assigned school with students who have existing health issues, diabetes, etc. I have been asked to float from my school...

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How to get into ICU as an ER nurse with 4 years of experience?

by Nurse Beth, MSN

How to get into ICU as an ER nurse with 4 years of experience? In bay area CA

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Is it too late for me at 50?

by Nurse Beth, MSN

It has always been my dream to become a surgical nurse with an emphasis on wound care, such as an RN first assist. Is it too late for me at 50?

Nurse Beth

Fired from my previous job, will my new employer find out?

by Nurse Beth, MSN

Hi, I am a recent nursing school graduate and have accepted a nursing job. The only problem is that I was fired from my previous job as a tech and I am deemed...