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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    Will I lose my license for reporting this med error?

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

    Reporting medication errors is essential to maintaining patient safety and ensuring transparency in healthcare. Remember, the transparency shown by reporting errors is often viewed positively as...
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    Should I include the job I quit at 4 months in my resume?

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

    I'm sorry you started your career in a toxic environment. Please remember that many supportive work environments exist. Don't lose hope! You are in a bit of a tough spot. In the future, it's...
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    Should I include the job I quit at 4 months in my resume?

    Nurse Beth posted a topic in Career Advice Column

    I quit my new grad nursing job at 4 months in. Left due to very toxic work environment, and was intervening with my learning experience and ruining my mental health. I am now trying to apply for...
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    Shoutout to psych NPs at University of Tyler

    Nurse Beth posted a topic in Public, Community Health

    Starting Psych NP at University of Tyler this Summer 2024. Anybody on same program ?
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    Is it OK to perform POCT without an order in public health?

    Nurse Beth posted a topic in Career Advice Column

    Im new to public health. I'm being asked to perform POCT on employees in a conference room. Is this appropriate? No doctor order, or standardized procedure. I believe they have a CLIA certificate. I'm...
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    Is it OK to perform POCT without an order in public health?

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

    I understand your concerns about moving from a hospital environment to a public health setting where the procedures seem less formal. Navigating these changes with the proper knowledge about POCT...
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    Pre Nursing Student Desperate for Advice

    Nurse Beth replied to nurse200003's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    If this is your dream, you should do everything possible to make it happen. Otherwise, you'll have regrets later in life. It is concerning that you are struggling so much with A&P, although...
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    Help me decide-FNP vs AGPCNP?

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

    It's great that you're considering furthering your education to advance your career, and it's exciting, too! Each option you've mentioned—Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner...
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    Help me decide-FNP vs AGPCNP?

    Nurse Beth posted a topic in Career Advice Column

    Hello, I would love some advice about furthering my education. I hold a BSN and have been an RN for 12 years, mostly in med surgical at several different hospitals and in progressive. I have been in...
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    Applied to multiple residencies but not getting any offers

    Nurse Beth posted a topic in Career Advice Column

    I'm a student nurse about to graduate in May. I have applied to so many residencies, and have not received any offers. I have heard it's due to an influx of applicants and internal applicants getting...
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    Applied to multiple residencies but not getting any offers

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

    Congrats on being close to graduation 🙂 You don't know how much your situation affects me. I wrote an entire book, "Your Last Nursing Class: The Ultimate Guide to Landing Your First Nursing...
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    Disciplined for unprofessional conduct as an LPN-can I still be an RN?

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

    I am not a legal expert, but I suggest consulting with the Tennessee Board of Nursing or an attorney. In many cases, completing the probationary period can be a positive factor when applying for...
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    Disciplined for unprofessional conduct as an LPN-can I still be an RN?

    Nurse Beth posted a topic in Career Advice Column

    I have been an LPN for 16 years. 2023 my license was placed on probation in Tennessee for unprofessional conduct. I was actively pursuing my BSN to hopefully eventually move up to MSN. I have stopped...
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    Can I do pediatric respite duty with my client while on vacation in Mexico?

    Nurse Beth posted a topic in Career Advice Column

    I currently work as a pediatric respite nurse in BC, Canada. The family whose son I take care of are planning a trip to Mexico for 8 days and have asked me to accompany them. I am unable to find out...
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    Criminal Infraction? Writing a Letter of Explanation to the BON

    Nurse Beth posted a topic in Career Advice Column

    A criminal history does not mean that you cannot become a nurse, but it may mean extra work and extra expenses. If you have a previous offense, maybe you, like Ashley, must now write a letter of...
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    Turned down by Florida-which state will accept 30 hours of psychiatric health credits?

    Nurse Beth posted a topic in Career Advice Column

    I am trying to get an RN license in any US state so that I can move to USA. I tried to apply to Florida Nursing Council and they said I don't meet their 34 hours minimum theory for Psychiatric Mental...
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    Am I being strung along or misinterpeting potential employer?

    Nurse Beth replied to Marshall1's topic in General Nursing

    Very disappointing. It sounds like what you suspect- the manager really wants you but doesn't yet have approval for the position. You have nothing to lose, so consider having a frank...
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    Turned down by Florida-which state will accept 30 hours of psychiatric health credits?

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

    I understand your situation regarding pursuing an RN license in the United States, especially with the specific issue of credit hours for the Psychiatric Mental Health section. Each state...
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    How can a Canadian RPN take the LPN NCLEX?

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

    If you are an RPN (Registered Practical Nurse) in Canada and wish to take the LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse) NCLEX exam in the United States, you must follow specific steps. Note that some states use...
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    How can a Canadian RPN take the LPN NCLEX?

    Nurse Beth posted a topic in Career Advice Column

    Hi, I'm an RPN in Canada and would like to write LPN NCLEX EXAM. How do I register? Thank
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    Can I reapply to a job I turned down?

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

    Yes, absolutely, you can reapply. It's completely understandable to have second thoughts about a job opportunity, and it's commendable that you are willing to reconsider. Be honest about...
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    Can I reapply to a job I turned down?

    Nurse Beth posted a topic in Career Advice Column

    How do I ask to be reconsidered for a job? I interviewed for a developing position. Although the population will be a mix of various acuity levels, there is still a lot of uncertainty. I was very...
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    What job can I do with cognitive decline?

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

    I understand that you are currently facing challenges related to your cognitive abilities and are exploring your options in nursing or potentially considering other fields. It's commendable that...
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    How do I become an aesthetics nurse?

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

    I advise anyone with an ASN to obtain a BSN degree, as it can offer more opportunities for advancement in the future. First, you must get hired into a medical spa, dermatologist's office, or...
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    Turned down from new grad position

    Nurse Beth replied to Jo89's topic in General Nursing

    See if you can talk to one of the hiring managers for feedback on your application. It's worth a shot and may help you decide if you have a chance. When I was involved with hiring for new grad...