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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    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 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...
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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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    How to manage paranoid nurse

    Nurse Beth posted a topic in Career Advice Column

    I have a Nurse who has become very paranoid. She is accusing some of the staff of hiding cameras in her home so they can watch her. colors seem to set her off example. color gray made her comment...
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    Hostile environment in ICU

    Nurse Beth posted a topic in Career Advice Column

    I have a new ICU nursing job. I understand that is is a tough job, and I need to learn a lot of new assessment skills and know how to react fast when a patient is declining. I feel like I am getting...
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    New director is saying we don't get paid for taking "required classes" at the assisted living facility?

    Nurse Beth replied to felixthecat99's topic in General Nursing

    Unbelievable! And parents are expected to make childcare arrangements to attend these non-paid events on their days off? It's either work or not. If attendance is mandatory, it's work. If...
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    New grad wants OR...or psych

    Nurse Beth posted a topic in Career Advice Column

    I'm currently an RN with <1 year experience. I'm really interested in working in the OR or psych. I'd like to apply for positions within the hospital I already work at. I was looking into...
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    New grad wants OR...or psych

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

    Congratulations on graduating, passing the NCLEX, and landing your first job! Here are my thoughts on your situation. Given that you've been an RN for under a year and are contemplating a...
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    Can't find job with restricted license

    Nurse Beth posted a topic in Career Advice Column

    I am a RN with 26 years experience. I got DWI X 2 and did not report them to the Tx BON. I was given a restricted license for 2 years. The most damaging is that I have to work directly supervised by...
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    How do I get into Utilization Review after doing direct patient care for 30 yrs?

    Nurse Beth posted a topic in Career Advice Column

    How do I get into Utilization Review after doing direct patient care for 30
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    How do I get into Utilization Review after doing direct patient care for 30 yrs?

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

    Congrats on 30 years of nursing! Getting into Utilization Review (your) after 30 years of direct patient care is absolutely achievable, especially since you bring a wealth of experience in clinical...
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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

    Your experience with children, volunteer work, and community engagement, especially those with medical complexities, is wonderful. It sets you apart and may well give you a competitive edge when...