Nursing Q/A for Nurses and Students

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I think I was scammed

I think Ive been scammed. I applied for a job with a healthcare agency that was posted on Indeed. Discussed the job with the recruiter and submitted my...

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Abandoned patients 2 hours before end of shift

by Nurse Beth, MSN

I worked in an inpatient psych unit. The unit is usually staffed with one RN and floor staff but ideally we like to staff with two RN. On this particular day...

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Is GED same as TEAS?

by Nurse Beth, MSN

Applying for Nursing School does your ged is the same as the TEAS test to get in nursing school?

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Option 1 or Option 2?

by Nurse Beth, MSN

I am a 40 year old looking to do a career change to nursing. I have my masters in education but no science/health background. Hoping to get some answers. I am...

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Working in UK as mental health nurse, can I work in the States?

by Nurse Beth, MSN

I am a registered mental health nurse in the United Kingdom though trained in Nigeria. I am hoping to move to the US with my husband next year, can I still...

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How can I get experience in informatics?

by Nurse Beth, MSN

Ive recently got a masters in infomatics . I work for the VA. How can I get experiance in the field

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How do I become a political nurse?

by Nurse Beth, MSN

How do I begin my journey of been a political nurse? Have always dream of making a difference in my profession through politics but I dont know how?I would...

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Nurse from Kenya failed NCLEX times 2 in Texas, wants to test in A…

by Nurse Beth, MSN

Im a RN from Kenya, I did my NCLEX RN twice but failed through texas board of nursing, I applied with Arizona state board of nursing yesterday by they said I...

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Retired RN license seeking to re enter the work as a RN. Is the re…

by Nurse Beth, MSN

Retired RN license seeking to re enter the work as a RN. Is the refresher course advantageous?

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Did I have to re-take NCLEX?

by Nurse Beth, MSN

I passed my NCLEX-RN in 2007 for BON Hawaii but didnt process my ID licence number because Im currently working as registered nurse in the UK. Do I have to...

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Is it possible to immigrate to US with CGFNS certificate and pass …

by Nurse Beth, MSN

Is it possible to immigrate to US with cgfns certificate and pass n-clex RN after immigration ? thank you

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Panama Nurse Failed Illinois NCLEX, Needs Remedial Courses

by Nurse Beth, MSN

Graduated as a nurse from panama, failed Illinois NCLEX. Needing take remedial courses. My question is, the remedial curses, may I take it anywhere or it must...

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Seeking refresher course in Plano, Texas

by Nurse Beth, MSN

Hi I am a uk RN looking for for a nurse refresher course in Plano Texas to help me pass the NCLEX RN . I am struggling to pass it.can you please advise.

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Am I qualified for an at-home position?

by Nurse Beth, MSN

Trying to get out of mds, Don positions and what can I do from home as a nurse. I mean what job title leaving these would work for a remote position? Im very...

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Getting married and moving to the States...will I be eligible for …

by Nurse Beth, MSN

I am newly qualified nurse and just started my first job in A& E in UK. I am planning to get married and move to USA after 1 year.. I am wandering how is...

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Worried sick. Should I follow my passion for L&D or stay with my j…

by Nurse Beth, MSN

I currently work as a hybrid triage nurse for a spine surgery clinic. It has great benefits: I work 4 days per week and two of those are from home! I recently...

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Wants to challenge CNA exam in PA

by Nurse Beth, MSN

Ive just completed school & passed the test to become a CMA, but Im trying to take the state exam for Nursing Assistant in my state (Bristol, Pa). Ive had...

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License denied because of mental health issues

by Nurse Beth, MSN

I am a woman who worked 18 years as an LPN, then because I was struggling with mental health and it qualified me for SSDI. Somehow this has removed me from...

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Nursing license blocked due to past mental health issues

by Nurse Beth, MSN

I am a woman who worked 18 years as an LPN, then because I was struggling with mental health and it qualified me for SSDI. Somehow this has removed me from...

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Nursing home using shaving cream for private area washing?

by Nurse Beth, MSN

I am a current STNA the nursing home washes the waist below with shaving cream? Doesnt that cause UTI and is that allowed by the state board. A resident family...

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Seeking suggestions on ancillary jobs

by Nurse Beth, MSN

OK I know Im off topic....I work in a hospital kitchen and have been very interested in phlebotomy but it pays nothing at all and I have been encouraged to...

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67 and can't get a job-is this age discrimination?

by Nurse Beth, MSN

I am a registered nurse and took an early retirement because I was laid off. I have been out of the field for 2 years and would like to work 3 days per week....

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Not happy with CGFNS

by Nurse Beth, MSN

I applied to cgfns and submit all the required documents including nursing council but I am not happy with the way the process. Because a lot of money I paid...

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Should I choose a school with ATI or HESI?

by Nurse Beth, MSN

I have been accepted to two ADN nursing programs (community colleges). One uses ATI review module texts and assessment tests throughout their program and the...

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Is this homework assignment a big waste of time?

by Nurse Beth, MSN

I am in an RN-BSN program and one of the requirements is that we build a personal nursing website portfolio. I feel like its a big waste of time. Do employers...