Nurse Beth MSN

Tele, ICU, Staff Development

Hi! Nice to meet you! I especially love helping new nurses. I am currently a nurse writer with a background in Staff Development, Telemetry and ICU.

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    Terminated After Two Months!!

    Nurse Beth posted a topic in Career Advice Column

    Dear Nurse Beth, On my first month on my own, I was incredibly stressed and overwhelmed. Ultimately, I made a pretty big mistake (MD ordered to D/C Lasix drip. Acknowledged the order but didn't...
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    Frustrated and Lost

    Nurse Beth replied to Genafaggion's topic in Nursing Career

    Is it possible you're in Reality Shock? One way out is to quit, yes. Another way is to reconcile the good with the bad and re-frame. There are so many options in nursing and with your BSN there are...
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    Hurt my Back, Now What?

    Nurse Beth posted a topic in Career Advice Column

    Dear Nurse Beth, I ama RGN for over 2 years. I am currently doing agency for the last year and a half. I really am looking to branch out of the hospital setting. I hurt my back a few years ago and...
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    Nursing Instructor Pay

    Nurse Beth posted a topic in Career Advice Column

    Dear Nurse Beth, I recently completed my BSN and am now wanting a better career with a better schedule. I am debating whether to return for my MSN in nursing and possibly pursue a career as a nursing...
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    Confused High School Student

    Nurse Beth posted a topic in Career Advice Column

    Dear Nurse Beth, I am a confused junior in high school. I have always had a desire to do nursing. I really want to go into helping cancer patients. I have absolutely no clue where to start or what I...
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    My Family Thinks I'm Crazy

    Nurse Beth posted a topic in Career Advice Column

    Dear Nurse Beth, I want to just let you know how much I appreciate your insights and dedication to this forum. I am really struggling with making a decision about what to do with my life right...
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    Is 46 Too Old for Nursing School?

    Nurse Beth posted a topic in Career Advice Column

    Dear Nurse Beth, I have been reading your advice you have given to hundreds of aspiring nurses/current nurses etc. I admire you for the love and dedication you have for your career. I would like...
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    Manager Insists....

    Nurse Beth replied to alaskaman's topic in General Nursing

    Yikes. So after you've given hand-off report, she wants the unit overstaffed for 7 minutes? Clearly something happened that she's reacting to. But if it's so critical to have it double staffed at...
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    No Time For Real Nursing

    Nurse Beth posted a topic in Career Advice Column

    Dear Nurse Beth, I'm a seasoned nurse LPN to RN (30+yrs), with the majority focused on EoL Care (HOSPICE) and Geriatric Nursing. At this season in my career, I'm feeling quite disheartened by the...
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    Flu Shot or Mask?

    Nurse Beth posted a topic in General Nursing

    Recently at the nurse's station at work, I was talking with Lisa. Lisa was wearing a surgical mask. To keep her job, she has to wear a mask until flu season is over because she declined to get a flu...
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    Training for Nurse but Wants to be a Doctor

    Nurse Beth posted a topic in Career Advice Column

    Dear Nurse Beth, I am going to finish off my pre nursing coursework this fall and am looking into a nursing bsn program to begin soon. I was planning on working in a surgical setting for the next two...
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    Isn't NICU like adult ICU?

    Nurse Beth posted a topic in Career Advice Column

    Dear Nurse Beth, I am an RN, BSN with 5 years of Neonatal ICU experience. I've enjoyed my experience in NICU but am looking for a change and having trouble switching out of the speciality. I am...
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    Anxiety Attacks Before Work

    Nurse Beth posted a topic in Career Advice Column

    Dear Nurse Beth, I would like to start out by saying that I have been an LPN for 5 years now, and in healthcare for 7 (I was a CNA for 2 years prior). Since the moment I stepped foot into long term...
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    Is nursing too difficult for a mother with young children?

    Nurse Beth posted a topic in Career Advice Column

    Dear Nurse Beth, HI. I'm a mother of young kids currently set to start nursing school. Do u think that it's a good idea? I'm nervous about my working options afterwards. The 12 hour shifts nurses...
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    How do you handle rude comments?

    Nurse Beth replied to MA Nurse's topic in General Nursing

    I can't imagine what it's like for you to have both your Mom and your sister have cancer. I am so sorry you are coping with all this. Love and good energy to you and your
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    Wants to Work From Home

    Nurse Beth posted a topic in Career Advice Column

    Dear Nurse Beth, I am an RN with 9 years of experience in a small rural hospital (ER, OB, MedSurg experience). I love being a nurse, but am finding the schedule requirements of current employer...
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    Why is it difficult to transition from nursing student to working Nurse?

    Nurse Beth replied to Beautiful_Beginnings's topic in General Nursing

    Because there's a practice gap between nursing programs and nursing practice. Theory and application are entirely
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    Cover letter assistance

    Nurse Beth replied to Lrtx82's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Leaving in your intention to become a nurse can be a good thing because it shows your goals and may appeal to nurse managers who like to develop their staff. Check your letter for grammar (ex.,...
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    Advice for Interview with ED as a New Grad?

    Nurse Beth replied to kbear121's topic in Nursing Career

    You sell yourself by preparing for your interview. Think of it this way- they already like you, they have granted you an interview. as you interview, they'll be thinking "Is this person a good fit...
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    Fleeing the Bedside

    Nurse Beth posted a topic in Career Advice Column

    Dear Nurse Beth, I have worked on a medical floor for 14 months. Started there as new grad. Acuity levels are through the roof with 7 pt./ nurse ratio. The stress is terrible. Can you tell me of other...
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    Failed Nursing Program on Last Day

    Nurse Beth posted a topic in Career Advice Column

    Dear Nurse Beth, My situation is a little weird. I was a nursing student who failed a final exam on the last day on school in my final semester. Due to my not passing the exam, I couldn't graduate...
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    How to Get Hired When I Graduate

    Nurse Beth posted a topic in Career Advice Column

    Dear Nurse Beth, How are you doing? I am a second year nursing Student studying at a University in Australia. I was wondering, apart from my studies what else can I do to improve my chances of...
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    How to Work and Win With Application Tracking Software (ATS)

    Nurse Beth posted a topic in Career Advice Column

    Dear Nurse Beth, How does one follow up, reiterate interest in an application with an HR Dept outgoing message to view their website for details on your application, (which is of no help)? Are you...
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    Two Job Offers-How To Pick

    Nurse Beth posted a topic in Career Advice Column

    Dear Nurse Beth, I am in a dilemma and was hoping you can help guide me. I just graduated with my BSN and received my RN license. I did some job searching and after networking with someone at...
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    Patient Nurse Ratios 7:1

    Nurse Beth posted a topic in Career Advice Column

    Dear Nurse Beth, I have a difficult situation and need advice. I am seeking a new job. I am a nurse working at a hospital that is overburdened, short staffed, and not standing up for patient safety....