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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    Resume help for new grad nurse who resigned after 3 months

    Nurse Beth replied to nurseratchel's topic in General Nursing

    Do keep applying because you want to land a job sooner than later-before your first year is up. Hone your resume and your interviewing skills. Best
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    New Grad BSN Jobs in the Los Angeles area

    Nurse Beth replied to BrittanyyyDiaz's topic in General Nursing

    Congrats! You can apply to take your NCLEX in California, or take it in Arkansas and then have it endorsed to CA. CA is not the speediest nursing board, but CHLA and Cedars-Sinai are incredible...
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    Getting cold feet

    Nurse Beth replied to katiala's topic in General Students

    I'm so sorry for the loss of your grandmother. Grieving your loss does not make you weak. It makes you more compassionate. Nursing has a way of helping us grow...and grow up because it involves our...
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    Blank consent to release forms

    Nurse Beth replied to FolksBtrippin's topic in General Nursing

    There are so many things wrong wth this. Does your facility have a Risk Management department? I would ask my manager if this could be a HIPAA violation if patient information is given to someone...
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    Switching from nights to days

    Nurse Beth replied to emaz29's topic in General Nursing

    I feel your pain because I had a very hard time working nights. I did find a few things I liked about it, which helped- such as more time to read patient charts, and less coming and going. I'll share...
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    Awful Preceptor

    Nurse Beth replied to RN Grad 17''s topic in General Students

    Every day think about what you want to learn that shift and not so much on what your preceptor is not doing right. It's not ideal, but it is what it is. Make it easy for her to sign whatever forms are...
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    Resume for Preceptor

    Nurse Beth replied to Matka's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    ...your preceptor wants your resume, or are you the
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    Tell interviewer you worked in club

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

    Great advice! and give examples "consistently received highest tips" "chosen to train new
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    Need resume advice!!!!

    Nurse Beth replied to Junebug14's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Student nurse clinicals do not add value for for an experienced nurse and take up prime real estate on your resume. There are no downsides to a cover letter, and when well written, a cover letter...
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    Poor Understanding of Vitals Amongst CNAs

    Nurse Beth replied to LJOHRrn's topic in Long Term Acute Care

    Updating the form is a great idea, and it seems obvious to understand abnormal vitals but CNAs are often so overloaded that their primary goal is just to get the vitals taken. It's helpful to have...
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    New Nurse for HIIIIIRE T-T

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

    You are smart to be working as a CNA in your hospital of choice :) Rather than a list of tasks (ex., assisted with bathing), anticipate what the employer is looking for (ex., customer service...
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    New Grad

    Nurse Beth replied to nickjthomp's topic in Nursing Career

    You could start applying to jobs/residencies in California where you're eligible (some specify CA RN license at time of start date, for example). Better to use your time for the long term goal. At...
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    HELP, what to do when orientation goes wrong????

    Nurse Beth replied to limitless-visions's topic in Correctional

    A lot of this is temporary (the nurse orienting you) and then you're left with deciding if you will be happy with the job. Don't quit in haste- you can be looking for another job while you keep at...
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    First time on the floor ever!

    Nurse Beth replied to lovingme01's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    The other nurses were once just like you. One day you'll realize you haven't felt anxious in a while, and you'll be just like them.
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    LTC's no longer accept "limited duty" or just my LTC?

    Nurse Beth replied to Blackcat99's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Employers sometimes offer "limited duty" on their own accord, but they aren't required to do so. In the meantime, do you qualify for state disability? Usually HR can help with that. Best
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    Strong marketing /sales backgroundwith my strong marketing background whatsoever careers c

    Nurse Beth replied to Jpvargasj45's topic in Nursing Career

    I'm sorry about your medical problems and glad it sounds like you're on the road to recovery. The options for nurses are almost endless, so you could end up in sales, risk, clinical, non-clinical...so...
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    Working and Nursing School

    Nurse Beth replied to S7ud3n7_Nur53's topic in General Students

    When you are in the "have to work" club, it's just something you do. The only option becomes- do I want to become a nurse? You can do it. From a single Mom with a job and three small children who did...
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    Should I Quit My New CNA Job?

    Nurse Beth replied to mkoenig1's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    If your doctor has restricted you to lifting less than But you asked if under the circumstances you describe if it's unethical to leave. I think your health comes first. Give a written letter of...
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    Austin - Has anyone requested a higher salary from HR upon offer?

    Nurse Beth replied to mmjp77's topic in Texas Nursing

    Happy
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    New grad scared to start orientation

    Nurse Beth replied to fallie14's topic in NICU, Neonatal

    It's you being scared, and that's normal. It's part of the process. Best wishes and
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    Mental Anguish about Acceptance into NS

    Nurse Beth replied to AspiringNurse86's topic in General Students

    She means you are not in the program because it is full, but you are first in line. If there is a no-show and a position opens, you want to be there just in case. Best
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    Strong marketing /sales backgroundwith my strong marketing background whatsoever careers c

    Nurse Beth replied to Jpvargasj45's topic in Nursing Career

    May I ask what is your reason for choosing
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    How do you deal with the name calling?

    Nurse Beth replied to pixierose's topic in General Nursing

    You just keep doing the best you can do, which is really all any of us can do. You can't control her behavior, but you can take pride in your own professionalism. Also identify your own triggers,...
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    Guilt after shifts

    Nurse Beth replied to Pedsnurse1026's topic in General Nursing

    Hope you feel the luv from your fellow nurses! Like everyone said so well: "I will try another spot but cannot remove this IV until you have another access" and....when starting an IV on elderly...
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    Pursuing RN with a Non-Nursing Bachelor's Degree

    Nurse Beth replied to MiiSzAshley's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Consider the accelerated BSN. It's designed for people just like you, who have a degree. As far as not wanting two BSN degrees, cut your losses mentally and reframe this as an expedient way to pursue...