Nursing Q/A for Nurses and Students

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Nursing Q/A
Do you BURP an IV bag?
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Do you burp IV bag prior to putting pressure on it?

by Nurse Beth, MSN

Dear Nurse Beth, Do you to burp an IV bag prior to putting a pressure bag on it?

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Can LPNs educate under their scope of practice?

by Nurse Beth, MSN

Dear Nurse Beth, Do LPNs inform, educate or explain...within their scope of practice?

Can I work as a nurse with an autoimmune disorder?
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Can I work as a nurse with an autoimmune disorder?

by Nurse Beth, MSN

Dear Nurse Beth, Not sure if I have any options but to retire from nursing and how do you do that? I have an autoimmune disorder that has/is causing a...

How can I prepare for a school nurse job interview?
School

School Nurse Interview Questions?

by Beginning15, BSN, RN

I am an RN w/a BSN with 2 yrs ICU experience and 4 yrs of pediatric case management who is interviewing for a school nurse position. Ive been looking online at...

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Advice For Holistic Nursing Jobs

by Nurse Beth, MSN

Hello Nurse Beth, I have been working on a pediatric oncology floor for about two years now. The job has been an adventure, challenges and triumphs, so much...

Which path helps me achieve my goal?
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Help, Can't Decide On Career Path

by Nurse Beth, MSN

Dear Beth, I am inspired by your QA forum. I am 37 year old RN, mom of two kids (7 year old and 1 year old). I graduated 2 years ago. I worked one year in SNF...

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How to answer license renewal question about mental health issues?

by Nurse Beth, MSN

Dear Nurse Beth, On the renewal licensure, there is a question about having a emotional, or mental condition, etc, would this limit your ability to practice...

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I'm Desperate - Got drunk, crashed my car, got arrested, now what?

by Nurse Beth, MSN

Hi Nurse Beth, I desperately need your advice/help while Im going through this situation. First Ill explain what happened to land me where Im at today. Also I...

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How can I get CM experience?

by Nurse Beth, MSN

Dear Nurse Beth, How can I get Case Management experience? Ive done some MDS in the past at a Subacute/LTC facility. Im looking to transition from home care...

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BON Reprimand For Being Late To Work 3x

by Nurse Beth, MSN

Hello there Nurse Beth, I just received a letter from BON saying that I have been issued a reprimand. I made a terrible mistake of arriving late 3 days in a...

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Will taking leave for anxiety/depression affect my license?

by Nurse Beth, MSN

Dear Nurse Beth, How will taking FMLA (intermittent) for a mental health condition (anxiety/depression) affect ones RN and NP licensure?

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What to charge for private duty?

by Nurse Beth, MSN

Dear Nurse Beth, What to charge next-door neighbor/friend for private duty Hospice nursing (3-4 days/1-2 hours per week)as an RN in Tn. She will only require...

Did I handle phone call correctly?
Career Support

Should I Be Worried On How I Handled Phone Call From State?

by uniteddemclub, BSN, RN

Ive been working in a SNF for a few months. I received a phone call while I was at work from someone whos from the state and she asked to interview a clinician...

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My mental health is plummeting from my job

by Nurse Beth, MSN

Dear Nurse Beth, Oh man, where do I start... Im having a bit of a career/ existential crisis. I have been a nurse for 3.5 years and recently started my third...

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Should I Write Different Cover Letters for My Panel Interview?

by Nurse Beth, MSN

Dear Nurse Beth, I graduate in May with my BSN and am applying for positions in the ER and ICU. I will have multiple managers from different units in my...

Feeling Like An Imposter
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I'm Making Horrible Mistakes At The Bedside, Help

by Nurse Beth, MSN

Dear Nurse Beth, I have ADHD and have been an RN for 24 yrs. I have worked in practically every aspect of nursing, trying to find a niche where I actually like...

Fired! How do I get over this?
Career Support

Fired. How To Get Over It.

by rninformatics, DNP, RN

Ive been an RN for over 30 years. I was terminated for the first time in my nursing career for starting an IV on a patient without having completed the IV...

Can you be a nurse and have antisocial personality?
General Nursing

Is it possible to be a decent nurse if I'm a sociopath or have ant…

by uniteddemclub, BSN, RN

Im a new nurse working at 2 snfs and I have to see signs in some of the offices say things like Nurses are ordinary people with extraordinary hearts. What if...

Using A Patient As A Job Reference
HIPAA

Can a nursing client be used for a reference with their consent?

by PJG RN

Ive been a Private, Self-Employed Independent Consultant/Advisor for Families (Parents) of Infants in Neonatal ICU for ~ 15 years. I am the Owner. (No...

Can you give an opioid without Dir's order?
Nurse Beth

Can you give an opioid without a Dr's order?

by Nurse Beth, MSN

Dear Nurse Beth, Can you give an opioid without a Dr signing off on it? I say no but my co-worker says yes. I just dont understand if the Dr hasnt signed it...

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I'm pregnant, should I switch jobs?

by Nurse Beth, MSN

Good Morning Nurse Beth, (edited for length) I am considering a change of position in my nursing career and am seeking some very much needed insight! For the...

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How can I stay fit working 12 hr shifts?

by Nurse Beth, MSN

Dear Nurse Beth, Work-Life Balance I was privileged to get a nurse internship in my dream location. I love my coworkers, and my preceptor is an excellent...

How can I find a job with quaility preceptors?
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How can I ensure a job with good preceptors? Quit Job Due To Hosti…

by Nurse Beth, MSN

Dear Nurse Beth, How to find good mentoring/precepting? Im a new-ish RN with 1 year of moderate sedation for procedures work behind me. I moved, and landed a...

What's the #1 scare phrase to get nurses to work?
Career Support

Abandonment? What exactly is it?

by ppfd, BSN, EMT-P

Seems like abandonment is the new catch phrase being passed around to scare nurses into working more than they are scheduled for. What exactly is it? I work in...

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School Nurse Looking for Help

by Nurse Beth, MSN

Dear Nurse Beth, Im a school nurse and looking for resources and course that can help me during my journey as a school nurse.