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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    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
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    Would I be able to work in the NICU as a LVN?

    Nurse Beth posted a topic in Career Advice Column

    I'm having a hard time deciding which path to take. My mom was telling me that I should move back home and focus on getting my ADN at the local college. I'm struggling financially and I'm not even...
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    How Can I Balance Becoming an AGNP-PC, Earning My DNP and PhD in Nursing, and Staying Engaged in Both Clinical Practice and Teaching?

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

    You're almost there; congratulations! Your passion and aspirations are impressive. Give Yourself Time For now, embrace some uncertainty and stay open-minded. Understand that you may feel...
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    How Can I Balance Becoming an AGNP-PC, Earning My DNP and PhD in Nursing, and Staying Engaged in Both Clinical Practice and Teaching?

    Nurse Beth posted a topic in Career Advice Column

    Current BSN student graduating in one year. I've always wanted to be an AGNP-PC and obtain my DNP, to then be a PCP for persons with dementia (from diagnosis to death). After getting my feet wet in...
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    I made a med error; got fired and my job is reporting me to BON. What do I do?

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

    I'm sorry you're going through this, and it must be incredibly stressful. First, take a deep breath. We've all made errors. A medication error does not define you. Here's a step-by-step approach to...
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    LPN wants to challenge NCLEX

    Nurse Beth posted a topic in Career Advice Column

    Hi I have been an LPN for over 20 years with lots of nursing experience in different types of nursing. Do you know if state of PA allows a challenge exam for the NCLEX? and if so how would I
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    Threatened with being fired for calling off for bowel prep

    Nurse Beth posted a topic in Career Advice Column

    My father passed away from colon cancer when I was a teenager so I am a high risk patient. I have a colonoscopy in one week and that is my day off. The day before the colonoscopy, I am schedule to...
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    Working off the clock

    Nurse Beth replied to Rn2bmomta's topic in General Nursing

    That you should not work off the clock may seem counterintuitive since you are being generous and conscientious, but there are good reasons. Imagine you documented something incorrectly or made...
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    Is it a career mistake to go from ER to Urgent Care?

    Nurse Beth posted a topic in Career Advice Column

    I'm an ER nurse with 10 months experience in ER. I'm extremely burnt out and ready for a change. The only offer I have at the moment is for an urgent care. I am excited at the opportunity for a break,...
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    Would I be able to work in the NICU as a LVN?

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

    You're facing an important decision, and you're really taking a proactive approach by seeking advice and weighing your options. In brief, I recommend going directly for your RN. Getting your LVN...
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    Is it a career mistake to go from ER to Urgent Care?

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

    You should be mindful of building a work history that appears favorable on your resume, which includes staying at a job for a minimum of 1 year. If you're feeling burnt out and you're only 10...
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    Nurse addict asks "Should I just pursue a different profession?"

    Nurse Beth posted a topic in Career Advice Column

    I was first licensed as an lpn and then RN in Illinois. Moved to Indiana for a NLC license. The Indiana license along with my NLC license was revoked. But my Illinois license is still active and is...
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    Nurse addict asks "Should I just pursue a different profession?"

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

    You have an unencumbered nursing license, experience as an LPN and RN, and sobriety. There is no reason you should quit nursing. Since your Illinois RN license is active and unencumbered, you...
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    Can I get a nursing job that lets me keep the Sabbath?

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

    "Moreover, I would love the opportunity to work in the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) or even the Pediatric Cardiac Intensive Care Unit (PCICU). Critical care truly resonates with me. I'm...
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    Did not pass Nursing Professional Development certification exam, advice please

    Nurse Beth posted a topic in Career Advice Column

    Hi Nurse Beth, Earlier this week, I took the Nursing Professional Development (NPD-BC) exam and unfortunately did not pass. I used external study resources but did not use the Nursing...
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    Did not pass Nursing Professional Development certification exam, advice please

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

    I'm so excited for you to achieve your NPD certification! As NPD practitioners, we can make such a difference in patient care. We can influence policy and procedure, uphold evidence-based care,...
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    Account suspended by ATI, unable to take the TEAS

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

    If you're unable to take the TEAS test due to ATI (Assessment Technologies Institute) suspending your account, there are definitely alternative paths to pursue healthcare careers or educational...
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    Account suspended by ATI, unable to take the TEAS

    Nurse Beth posted a topic in Career Advice Column

    If someone is unable to take the TEAS test due to ATI using their "discretion" and suspended the person's account despite trying to appeal and call. Is there a way to or a school that will accept an...
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    Wants to be a clinical research nurse

    Nurse Beth posted a topic in Career Advice Column

    I hold a bachelor's degree in nursing and a postgraduate diploma in clinical research and regulatory affairs from India. I do have clinical experience as Registered Nurse bedside for past 8 years....
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    Wants to be a clinical research nurse

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

    Since you're already a Registered Nurse (RN), you're on the right track, but to become a clinical research nurse, there are some additional steps and qualifications to consider: Clinical Research...