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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    New grad LPN disillusioned with job options-SNF, LTC or Home Care

    Nurse Beth posted a topic in Career Advice Column

    Need Non Bedside Job Options for New Grad LPN in a Southern State. I'm disappointed with my options: SNF, LTC, or Home Care. Burned out with all these three. Disappointed and I know I need to go back...
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    Methadone count error and BON investigation

    Nurse Beth posted a topic in Career Advice Column

    I had a medication(methadone) count error. A complaint was filed against my license to BON.I hired an attorney and we responded to the allegation.The BON investigator just sent a letter requesting...
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    My body cannot take bedside nursing anymore

    Nurse Beth posted a topic in Career Advice Column

    I have been a RN, ADN for 9 years. I did travel nursing for 6 years and now I am burnt out from bedside nursing. I worked night shift some but mainly day shift the past 5 years. My back cannot take...
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    I think I was scammed

    Nurse Beth posted a topic in Career Advice Column

    I think I've 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 information, license #, ACLS/BLS, and covid....
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    Is this a good business idea?

    Nurse Beth replied to Nurse Beth's topic in Career Advice Column

    It's not crazy at all—what you're describing is potentially a very thoughtful and much-needed service, particularly as Baby Boomers and others with serious illnesses or aging concerns look to regain...
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    Is this a good business idea?

    Nurse Beth posted a topic in Career Advice Column

    Thank you have given me some really good ideals.Baby Boomers that are dx fatal condition that wants control as much and I help them plan it and hiring service I want to start my own business where I...
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    Methadone count error and BON investigation

    Nurse Beth replied to Nurse Beth's topic in Career Advice Column

    It sounds like the Board of Nursing (BON) is thoroughly investigating the medication count error and has requested additional information from your employer. This request for a release is part of...
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    Bullied at work and wants to do the right thing

    Nurse Beth posted a topic in Career Advice Column

    I work a split rehab unit. The nurse I take over from is refusing to count out the meds, give report and have the cart ready. I have spoken to her and escalated the issue to supervisor (without...
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    58 yrs old with inactive license x 11 yrs, no computer skills, ADN, needs work

    Nurse Beth replied to Nurse Beth's topic in Career Advice Column

    It sounds like you're exploring several pathways, which is a good approach. Given your background and desire for quicker entry, I'd suggest starting with roles that require minimal computer skills...
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    Bullied at work and wants to do the right thing

    Nurse Beth replied to Nurse Beth's topic in Career Advice Column

    I understand how tough this situation is, especially when you're facing not only a colleague's unprofessional behavior but also management's refusal to deal with it. When it comes to deciding...
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    What do you do when you report unethical/illegal issues and despite how hard you try, no one does anything to make things right? no consequences, nothing

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    What do you do when you report unethical/illegal issues and despite how hard you try, no one does anything to make things right? no consequences,
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    What do you do when you report unethical/illegal issues and despite how hard you try, no one does anything to make things right? no consequences, nothing

    Nurse Beth replied to Nurse Beth's topic in Career Advice Column

    That can be incredibly frustrating and demoralizing, especially in nursing, where patient safety and ethical standards are essential. At first, you may be in disbelief that the people you...
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    Abandoned patients 2 hours before end of shift

    Nurse Beth posted a topic in Career Advice Column

    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 we had two RN. I was support RN and the...
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    Can a nurse work in Brazil without any registration?

    Nurse Beth posted a topic in Career Advice Column

    Please can a nurse work in Brasil without any registration ..,so far u have your
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    Can a nurse work in Brazil without any registration?

    Nurse Beth replied to Nurse Beth's topic in Career Advice Column

    In Brazil, foreign-trained nurses cannot practice without proper registration through the Conselho Regional de Enfermagem (COREN), the regional nursing council. While having your nursing certificates...
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    I think I was scammed

    Nurse Beth replied to Nurse Beth's topic in Career Advice Column

    I'm genuinely sorry you're going through this; it's so incredibly low for someone to attempt to steal your information, especially the nursing license you worked so hard for. Unfortunately,...
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    Is it illegal to mention nurses names when charting on a patient?

    Nurse Beth posted a topic in Career Advice Column

    Is it illegal to mention nurses names when charting on a
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    Abandoned patients 2 hours before end of shift

    Nurse Beth replied to Nurse Beth's topic in Career Advice Column

    Being micromanaged and bullied takes a toll on your mental health, and it's concerning that it led to a situation where you felt you had no choice but to leave. The key to moving forward is to be...
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    Is GED same as TEAS?

    Nurse Beth posted a topic in Career Advice Column

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

    Nurse Beth replied to Nurse Beth's topic in Career Advice Column

    No, your GED and the TEAS test are not the same thing. GED (General Educational Development) is a high school equivalency test. It is typically required for admission to nursing programs if you...
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    Option 1 or Option 2?

    Nurse Beth replied to Nurse Beth's topic in Career Advice Column

    It sounds like you've thought through your options, and it's great that you're carefully approaching your nursing career path. Here are my thoughts as an RN who started as an LVN, bridged to ADN,...
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    Option 1 or Option 2?

    Nurse Beth posted a topic in Career Advice Column

    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 looking at a community college in Houston...
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    Working in UK as mental health nurse, can I work in the States?

    Nurse Beth replied to Nurse Beth's topic in Career Advice Column

    It's great that you plan to move to the U.S. and continue your nursing career. I'd like to extend a warm welcome! In the States, RN licensure allows you to practice in a psychiatric, behavioral,...
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    Working in UK as mental health nurse, can I work in the States?

    Nurse Beth posted a topic in Career Advice Column

    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 practice as a Mental health nurse in the...
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    How can I get experience in informatics?

    Nurse Beth posted a topic in Career Advice Column

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