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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    Should I stay per diem with my old job?

    Nurse Beth posted a topic in Career Advice Column

    Hi Nurse Beth, I am transferring to an Endoscopy clinic soon and am very excited about the experience, team and schedule of the clinic. I have a little over a year of experience at a step down...
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    Been an RN for 20 years, can't take anymore

    Nurse Beth posted a topic in Career Advice Column

    Dear Nurse Beth, At a loss, big decision to be made. Have been acute care nurse for 20 years. I'm 58 y/o. Simply put, I can no longer be an acute RN . My anxiety is making me literally sick....
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    Should I stay per diem with my old job?

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

    Dear Worried, Balancing a full-time job with four per diem shifts can be manageable, but it also depends on your circumstances, work ethic, and ability to handle the workload. Here are some...
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    As charge nurse, am I in trouble for versed and fentanyl error by new grad?

    Nurse Beth posted a topic in Career Advice Column

    Dear Nurse Beth, I am a charge nurse and one of the nurse had an unwitnessed fall and re dislocated his elbow. Doctor ordered versed and fentanyl to do a reduction at bedside. I know that we...
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    As charge nurse, am I in trouble for versed and fentanyl error by new grad?

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

    Dear Charge Nurse, Even under pressure, it's important to prioritize patient safety and follow established protocols when administering medications, especially powerful ones like Versed and...
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    Took A Gummy Which May Or May Not Have Had THC

    Nurse Beth posted a topic in Career Advice Column

    Dear Nurse Beth, I went to ER after taking a gummy with thc by accident. I went to the hospital where I work. The ER doctor asked me what happened I told him I took 1 gummy. I was having high...
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    How do I write a personal letter to the Board?

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

    Dear Needs Direction, Writing a personal statement for your RN license application when addressing a misdemeanor from 23 years ago is essential in demonstrating your readiness and suitability for...
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    Can a CNA dictate to nurses?

    Nurse Beth posted a topic in Career Advice Column

    Dear Nurse Beth, Can a CNA in a staffing position dictate to Nurses floor assignments and tell a Nurse to go home if not
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    Can a CNA dictate to nurses?

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

    Dear Can a CNA Dictate, Without more context on your situation, I'll give you my thoughts. If the CNA works in the staffing office, then yes, they may be delegated with calling nurses in and...
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    Should I get my BSN or go straight into MSN?

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

    Dear Confused, It's great to hear about your career progression and your ambitious goals in the healthcare field! Balancing work, family, and education can be challenging, but you can achieve...
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    Should I get my BSN or go straight into MSN?

    Nurse Beth posted a topic in Career Advice Column

    Hello! I'll try to make this short and sweet! I started in the medical field as a CNA. I then obtained my Phlebotomy License and LPN License. I proceeded on and transitioned into the LPN to RN bridge...
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    Engineer switching to nursing: ABSN or direct entry MSN?

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

    Dear Torn, It's great that you're considering a career change to nursing and have your sights set on becoming a professor in the future! Let's look at the differences between ABSN...
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    Engineer switching to nursing: ABSN or direct entry MSN?

    Nurse Beth posted a topic in Career Advice Column

    Dear Nurse Beth, I am torn between applying for ABSN and direct entry MSN programs. May I know the difference and what the pros and cons of these two are? Being an Engineer (International) trying...
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    Should I take a $9.00 cut in pay for new job?

    Nurse Beth posted a topic in Career Advice Column

    Hello Nurse Beth, RN looking for some advice on a job offer. I currently work in Home Health using my own vehicle working in my local county with a pretty flexible schedule, reimbursed a certain...
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    Can I be forced to take Spanish speaking classes?

    Nurse Beth posted a topic in Career Advice Column

    Hello Nurse Beth, Let me start by saying I work in TX in an area that speaks English/Spanish. This is a predominantly Hispanic area and I am White. I have already been here for more than 8 years....
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    Torn Between 2 Job Offers

    Nurse Beth posted a topic in Career Advice Column

    Hello Nurse Bteh, Dilemma, choosing between 2 job offers. I ve worked the past year as a travel nurse dialysis, which I loved at first, but became more and more challenging, mostly due to an...
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    Can I be forced to take Spanish speaking classes?

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

    These are excellent points, all. Also, be sure to find out your responsibilities as a "translator." You don't want to be held liable because you were expected to translate medical terminology and...
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    Can I be forced to take Spanish speaking classes?

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

    Dear How to Handle, Handling the situation professionally and effectively is crucial, especially in a changing work environment. First, consider your own career goals and aspirations. Do...
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    Do I have to get my first nursing job in a hospital?

    Nurse Beth posted a topic in Career Advice Column

    Dear Nurse Beth, Do I need to get my first nursing job in a hospital if I know that I want to go into community health and work outside of the
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    Can you give me some license plate ideas on being a substance abuse nurse?

    Nurse Beth posted a topic in Career Advice Column

    Dear Nurse Beth, Can you give me some license plate ideas on being a substance abuse
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    Torn Between 2 Job Offers

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

    Dear Dilemma, Choosing between two job offers, especially when they have significant pay and work environment differences, can be challenging. Here's some things to consider as you make your...
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    Can you give me some license plate ideas on being a substance abuse nurse?

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

    Dear Substance Abuse Nurse, As in vanity plates? OK, here's a couple ? SOBRNURS (sobriety nurse) RECOVRN (recovery RN) Make sure to check your state's DMV guidelines for license...
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    Can I get a non-patient care job as a new RN, ASN?

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

    Dear Uncomfortable, Understandably, direct patient care is not the right fit for everyone. You are wise to consider alternative roles within nursing. Here's some options: Forensic...
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    BLS and RQI - Can't do it

    Nurse Beth replied to Brae30's topic in General Nursing

    It can be frustrating. Sometimes it seems the prompts contradict themselves- do they want it faster or do they want it deeper? But I finally got the hang of it by getting in a zone (relaxing) and...
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    New Nurse Feels Like A Failure

    Nurse Beth posted a topic in Career Advice Column

    Hello Nurse Beth. I just need some advice please. I've been an RN for 2 years. Did medsurg and left after a year due to burnout. Then used an agency and worked in an office setting for 4 months....