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.

Career Columnist / Author

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  1. Dear Nurse Beth, How can I stand out as a new grad? I'm applying with no offers so
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    Procedural Consent Problems

    Technically witnessing a consent simply means witnessing a signature. Follow your facility's policy regarding obtaining
  3. Hello Nurse Beth, I am an RN in the state of Pennsylvania, I have been shadowing an NP in her skin care business and taking classes. Can I open an injectable business and have a medical
  4. Congrats on having an entrepreneurial spirit! Many RNs have found ways to own a business or have a side gig, and it's inspiring. But to ensure success and protect yourself, it's essential to do...
  5. Hi Nurse Beth, I hope you're doing very well! I've been working as a new grad nurse for over 2 months now. I feel like quitting due to toxic environment that I am in. I have had different...
  6. I'm 61 years old and have been an RN for 15 years. I want to change my currently active and unencumbered nursing license to "Retired" status and then gain certification as a CMA and seek employment as...
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    Am I liable as a retired RN working as an MA?

    Dear Retired, I'm not a lawyer, but I can provide general information that may help guide your decision. It's important to consult with legal professionals or regulatory bodies in your state for...
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    My Preceptor is Mocking Me

    Dear, Feel like Quitting, I'm sorry to hear about the toxic environment you're experiencing with your preceptor. It's disheartening to encounter such negativity, especially as a new grad...
  9. Dear Nurse Beth, I have always loved nursing and working in America was a TARGET for me. I would very much like to advance my career and do a PhD, and I also have a minor certificate in molecular...
  10. Dear Enrolled Diploma Nurse, The requirements for working as a nurse in the United States vary depending on the state where you intend to practice. In most states, the equivalent of an Enrolled...
  11. Hello Nurse Beth, Good day! I want to know if I can work in the USA with a Enrolled Nurse Diploma which is almost the same as
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    New RN wants to work in the U.S. as a CRNA

    Dear Future NP or CRNA, It's great to hear about your passion for nursing and academic aspirations in the American healthcare system. Pursuing aPh.D., specializing as a nurse practitioner (NP),...
  13. Hi Nurse Beth So I'm currently a CNA at a hospital. During nursing school my classmates asked me what's it like and where do I work. After school ended, a few applied to be nurses on my floor and...
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    What am I doing wrong in interviews?

    Dear Don't Know How to Fix It, Don't give up. The job search process can be frustrating, especially when facing financial difficulties. While there is no set timeline for how long you should...
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    Torn Between 2 Job Offers

    Congrats on two job offers! The CDU would give you a broader experience in your first year. There's an advantage in going from a wide to a narrow specialty rather than vice
  16. Dear Nurse Beth, After working LTC for years I retired for a few months and travel now because I was begged to return. But it has turned into a nightmare. All the hospitals now sending pts...
  17. Dear No Offers, As a new nursing graduate, standing out among other candidates can be challenging. One of the reasons I started career coaching is the hundreds of new grad applications I saw...
  18. Dear Feeling Angry, I can understand why you might feel frustrated and disappointed that you were not allowed to transition to an RN role on your own unit. It can be discouraging to see your...
  19. Hello! I am a nurse with two years of experience: one year as a staff nurse and the second as a travel nurse. The past few months the job has taken a physical and emotional toll on me due to staff...
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    Experienced RN losing hope in landing position

    Dear Losing Hope, I understand that you're feeling frustrated and disheartened by the challenges you currently face in obtaining a new nursing position. It can be discouraging when references...
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    Should I take this job as a new FNP?

    Dear New FNP, Congrats on your accomplishment! It's great to hear you landed an interview for a hybrid Field NP position. While it may not be a primary care position, it still offers a...
  22. Hi there! Got an interview as a Field NP that is hybrid (remote/home visits). They accept new grads and from what I got from the recruiter, remote and field visits could vary each day. But I...
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  24. Dear Nurse Beth, An ex-employer of 6 months ago filed claims with the BRN for unprofessional behavior, gross negligence and or incompetency with work related items. I left on my own free will,...
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    Charged with gross negligence and incompetency

    Dear Retaliation, If you left your previous employer on your own accord and had no prior reprimands or formal counseling, it does seem unusual for them to file claims of unprofessional behavior,...