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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    Am I unmarketable with burned bridges?

    Nurse Beth posted a topic in Career Advice Column

    I have been a RN 16 years and lost my wife of 32 years 2 years ago, been fighting depression and anxiety, tried to get back into the work force for the last 8 months was hired then 3 months in just...
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    Can I get a nursing job that lets me keep the Sabbath?

    Nurse Beth posted a topic in Career Advice Column

    Hi, I am considering attending nursing school, primarily because I am interested in working in pediatrics. I have a lot of experience with children, including my work at a Summer camp for kids with...
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    What is the best course of action to take when a patient tells a false statement about you and your employer doesn't speak to you before they let you go?

    Nurse Beth posted a topic in Career Advice Column

    What is the best course of action to take when a patient tells a false statement about you and your employer doesn't speak to you before they let you
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    What is the best course of action to take when a patient tells a false statement about you and your employer doesn't speak to you before they let you go?

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

    I'm sorry you are going through this. It sounds incredibly unfair. If a patient tells a false statement about you and your employer doesn't speak to you before they let you go, here's what you...
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    Is it possible for me to complete a program in another state while my license is on probation? 

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

    It is possible to complete an RN program in another state while your license is on probation, but there are a couple of key considerations. You must be accepted into a nursing program. Each...
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    Is it possible for me to complete a program in another state while my license is on probation? 

    Nurse Beth posted a topic in Career Advice Column

    My license is currently on probation no restrictions just quarterly evals on work performance but I wanted to go back for my RN is it possible for me to complete a program in another state while my...
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    Credential evaluation documents expired. Do I start over?

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

    If your CES (Credential Evaluation Service) has expired and the documents previously submitted are no longer valid or have been removed from the system, yes. In that case, you will likely need to...
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    Credential evaluation documents expired. Do I start over?

    Nurse Beth posted a topic in Career Advice Column

    My CES expired and my documents state that they were removed.Do I send documents a
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    How to get a job in Psych?

    Nurse Beth posted a topic in Career Advice Column

    Hi. I've been a PICU, Urgent Care and School Nurse in my 17 years of nursing. I've always had a passion for Psych Nursing. What can I, or do I have to do in order to pursue a job in Peds Psych? What...
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    How to get a job in Psych?

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

    You are an excellent candidate with transferable skills, relevant experience, and enthusiasm. Here are some tips on leveraging your resume, networking, and job searching: Leverage Your...
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    Is there a chance I can get in to nursing school?

    Nurse Beth posted a topic in Career Advice Column

    Is there a chance I can get in? I apply next fall -My overall GPA is gonna be 3.6 or 3.64 and my pre req GPA might be a 3.44 or 3.55 depending on a class I'm taking next semester -I have 30 hours of...
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    Is there a chance I can get in to nursing school?

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

    The admissions requirements for the University at Buffalo (UB) nursing program depend on which specific nursing track you're applying to. Since you mentioned you're interested in applying next fall,...
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    Am I unmarketable with burned bridges?

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

    I'm really sorry about your loss and your depression. You are marketable, you can definitely land a job, but your primary problem is depression. Once you get that taken care of, everything else...
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    Can I sue staff for giving me the right medication but wrong dosage?

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

    If you are considering legal action, consult with a personal injury or medical malpractice attorney who can evaluate your case based on the specific details and help you understand your rights and...
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    Can I sue staff for giving me the right medication but wrong dosage?

    Nurse Beth posted a topic in Career Advice Column

    Can I sue staff for giving me the right medication but wrong
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    Must retake NCLEX-how long should I prep?

    Nurse Beth posted a topic in Career Advice Column

    Hi Nurse Beth, I am in the process of obtaining my license in my new home state of Hawaii after nearly 10 years out of nursing (I worked as an RN for 18 years before that). To obtain my license...
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    Must retake NCLEX-how long should I prep?

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

    Congrats on moving forward with getting your license in Hawaii! Given that you've been out of nursing for nearly 10 years but have 18 years of RN experience, your prior knowledge should be a solid...
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    75 yr old BSN wants to become a coder

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

    It could be a great idea to become a medical coder! Your BSN background gives you a solid understanding of healthcare terminology and systems, which is a huge asset. As a 75-year-old, your wealth of...
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    75 yr old BSN wants to become a coder

    Nurse Beth posted a topic in Career Advice Column

    As 75 year old with BSN background, Im interested in becoming a med coder. Your thoughts re possibility of getting hired?
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    How do I manage getting my RN license in NH while still working per diem in MA without a gap in employment?

    Nurse Beth posted a topic in Career Advice Column

    Hi Beth! Long time follower here. I'm an LPN, about to graduate with my RN. I am currently licensed as an LPN in MA, but I moved to NH before nursing school and want to license there. But, I want to...
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    Deeply Disappointed and Burned Out

    Nurse Beth replied to Burned Out's topic in Nursing Career

    As a hiring manager, you are a flight risk, and landing a good job will become increasingly difficult. You left the ICU as a new grad after only 4 months and then went on to leave several jobs...
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    Need help getting through feeling of burnout

    Nurse Beth replied to LNDRN19's topic in General Nursing

    Once you see the broken things, you can't unsee them. Nurses cope by either lowering their standards and sinking to the norm of such a unit or by remaining constantly frustrated. Have you ever...
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    Help!! Should I use NSO attorney to fight BON Charge

    Nurse Beth replied to Just.Blessed.RN's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    If you haven't done so yet, write down everything you remember about the incident in chronological order. Check out The American Association of Nurse Attorneys and start with a consultation....
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    Should RaDonda Vaught Have Her Nursing License Reinstated?

    Nurse Beth posted a topic in General Nursing

    RaDonda Vaught Seeking Reinstatement of Nursing License TN state nursing board's 2021 decision to revoke her nursing license will be appealed in court on Tuesday, March 28. If the appeal is...
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    I'm 60 yrs old. Is it too late for me to become a RN?

    Nurse Beth posted a topic in Career Advice Column

    I'm 60 yrs old. Is it too late for me to become a