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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Retired nurse wants to become a Parish Nurse

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

What a wonderful direction to pursue at this stage of your life. Hopefully, I can give you some resources to get you started. Parish Nursing is a specialty within the field of professional...
Retired nurse wants to become a Parish Nurse

Nurse Beth posted a topic in Career Advice Column

Where can I take a class in parish or Chaplin nurse. I am a retire nurse after 28 yes and want to help patients in the hospital or homes who need spiritual care. Thank
Failed HESI and kicked out by school

Nurse Beth posted a topic in Career Advice Column

I failed HESI exit and my school refused totally to take me back and its an adventist private university which is very expensive May you advice what to do and where to
Failed HESI and kicked out by school

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

I'm sorry to hear this. I can't imagine how devastating it must be to fail the program after completing it due to just one test. Schools are placing more importance on exit exams. HESI exams...
Cured after Stage 4 lung cancer, how to get back in the game?

Nurse Beth posted a topic in Career Advice Column

I had to quit 8 yrs ago because of stg 4 lung cancer. I was supposed to die. Major sick. Let's hear it for immunotherapy!!. The doctor says I'm cured. No treatment for 3 years, no changes for 5 years....
Cured after Stage 4 lung cancer, how to get back in the game?

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

Your recovery is remarkable, and it is inspiring to hear you're doing well! Thank goodness for advances such as immunotherapy. I'm sure you will bring hope to others. Getting back into nursing...
I give 2,640 meds to 35-40 residents by noon

Nurse Beth posted a topic in Career Advice Column

Hi. I am a nurse who recently retired,but I got bored. A friend told me about an assisted living facility 2 mins from my new home that was desperately searching for someone to pass meds. So,I decided...
Threatened with patient abandonment

Nurse Beth posted a topic in Career Advice Column

My employer caused me to be too emotional to feel safe continuing my job and I told them I could not work like this, in this state, and I passed the assignment to the DON. She threatened to report me...
How to Transition From Skilled Nursing to Acute Care

Nurse Beth posted a topic in Career Advice Column

Dear Nurse Beth, I read your book in one sitting when I met you here online..such an AWESOME book. I highly recommend it for students and working nurses. With TONS of golden nuggets and...
Can I be a nurse if I admit I abused alcohol?

Nurse Beth posted a topic in Career Advice Column

Would I have restrictions on my future nursing license if I admit that I have abused alcohol? If I have to do meetings and drug tests, would that have to be told to my work? I am afraid I will not be...
My co-worker refuses to trade shifts with me

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

Exactly.
Put on probation, can I get a license in another state?

Nurse Beth posted a topic in Career Advice Column

I was put on probation in 2018 because when it was time to renew my license, I didn't disclose that I had been fired. I tried very many places to get hired but with no luck. Since then, in 2023, the...
Put on probation, can I get a license in another state?

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

The Michigan Nursing Licensing Guide states: Verification of Licensure – Verification of licensure must be submitted directly to our office by the licensing agency of any state of the United...
My co-worker refuses to trade shifts with me

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

If your sole position is "my coworker won't trade with me," you probably have little recourse. It's a lousy schedule, but they didn't trick you. They offered you a job working Mondays and Fridays...
Threatened with patient abandonment

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

I think your employer may be blowing hot air. A threat of reporting you for "nurse abandonment" (thinking she meant patient abandonment) is likely not justified and could be considered...
US NP programs that accept Canadian students?

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

Many U.S. NP programs do accept Canadian students. Here are some general steps and considerations: Research individual programs. Each NP Program has its own admissions policies. Look for...
US NP programs that accept Canadian students?

Nurse Beth posted a topic in Career Advice Column

Looking for advise on US NP programs that accept Canadian prospective
What are the consequences for not applying for a new compact state license within the 60 day time frame?

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

From the National Council of State Boards of Nursing (NCSBN) website: "It has always been the case that a nurse must apply for a new compact license when relocating and changing primary state of...
What are the consequences for not applying for a new compact state license within the 60 day time frame?

Nurse Beth posted a topic in Career Advice Column

I have a compact RN license that is coming up for renewal next month. About 8 months ago we moved to another compact state and I changed my new address within 10 days in my original state. I did not...
It took 6 tries and 12 years to pass NCLEX but I can't find a good job for me

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

You have certainly faced challenging situations that have understandably left you feeling defeated. First, it's important to acknowledge your resilience in pursuing nursing despite the hurdles...
It took 6 tries and 12 years to pass NCLEX but I can't find a good job for me

Nurse Beth posted a topic in Career Advice Column

It took me about 6 tries to pass my NCLEX exam in a 12 year span. I was lucky to land a job even having graduated so long ago on a telemtry unit. I was transparent about the huge gap after graduation...
Can I be accepted to nursing school with Battery, Trespassing and Shoplifting convictions?

Nurse Beth posted a topic in Career Advice Column

I've applied to Nursing college & I'm unsure if I will be accepted into the program due to my criminal record. I have a 7 year old Battery & Criminal Trespassing charge in Georgia & 1.5...
Victim of wild accusations and concerned about being reported to the Board

Nurse Beth posted a topic in Career Advice Column

Good evening Nurse Beth, I am a nurse for 43 years, working in a hospital for last 9 years I have my BSN for 20 plus years and my CEN for 15 years I have been degraded, over past year. , constant...
My body cannot take bedside nursing anymore

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

Earn your BSN—enroll now! If you don't, your opportunities will be limited, but if you do, the possibilities are endless. Make sure the school is accredited. While in school, you'll network with...
I HATE cleaning poop

Nurse Beth replied to Lilrn's topic in General Nursing

Hiring a team of nursing assistants to help care for patients, particularly in liver failure units like yours, would significantly help retain burned-out nurses like

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