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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    Do I need to disclose previous arrests if only my third DWI led to a felony charge on my nursing application?

    Nurse Beth posted a topic in Career Advice Column

    I have a Felony DWI from 10 years ago. In my statement, will I need to include information on the first two arrests? Or will they only require the 3rd - which upped the charge to Felony? I have...
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    I desperately need this job-help me with interview tips!

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

    You touch on several important issues that nurses face—inadequate staffing, the lack of pensions for most nurses, and the complete disconnect between administrators and the front line. Some nurses...
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    Legality of nurse responsibilities

    Nurse Beth replied to Djadia's topic in General Nursing

    Bravo! This is brilliant. All of
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    Mentoring a struggling nurse

    Nurse Beth replied to arich472's topic in General Nursing

    She is not practicing independently, and I wonder how she made it past orientation. The most important thing you can do is document her performance so her manager can take action. Work with...
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    Should I start working at an agency as a new grad?

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

    I strongly advise against starting in an agency as a new grad. Agency nurses must be able to hit the ground running and are expected to operate with minimal supervision. They must also adapt...
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    Can We Continue Refilling Cardiac Meds for Patients Who've Seen a New Cardiologist Within the 18-Month Window?

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

    In this situation, as long as the patient is within the 18-month window and you are refilling their medications according to your practice's guidelines, it is generally acceptable to continue...
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    Can We Continue Refilling Cardiac Meds for Patients Who've Seen a New Cardiologist Within the 18-Month Window?

    Nurse Beth posted a topic in Career Advice Column

    I work at a cardiology practice. Recently a new cardiology practice opened and some of our patients have gone to the new practice. Our practice refills cardiac meds for up to 18 months after the...
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    Why do I struggle more with younger nurses than older crusty nurses?

    Nurse Beth posted a topic in Career Advice Column

    I have a question on working with other nurses who are either older or younger. I am what you may call somewhat green in nursing and I do very much love what I do because it keeps me on my toes with...
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    Is it OK to connect with a deceased patient's son?

    Nurse Beth posted a topic in Career Advice Column

    My sister was a CNA and now works for a hospice doing marketing. A patients 54 year old son reached out (personally speaking) after his mother passed. My sister is worried she may be fired after a...
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    What are CMS guidelines for home health LVN supervision?

    Nurse Beth posted a topic in Career Advice Column

    What is the required frequency for LVN Supervision in Home Health? Where can I find the CMS Guidelines for it? Thanks a lot for your
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    What is the required frequency for LVN Supervision in Home Health?

    Nurse Beth posted a topic in Career Advice Column

    What is the required frequency for LVN Supervision in Home Health? Where can I find the CMS Guidelines for it? Thanks a lot for your
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    What You Need to Know About Nursing School Accreditation

    Nurse Beth posted a topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Maria is an LPN who simply can't afford to take out a loan for nursing school, but she is very bright and wants to be an RN with all her heart. She is a 27-year-old divorced single mother of 3 and...
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    How serious is it if an employee accessed my personal and medical information without permission?

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

    This is serious, and it's understandable to be upset. It violates your trust and privacy, not just from the individual involved but also your workplace. It involves a potential violation of...
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    How Hard Will It Be to Find a Job After Completing Probation for My Nursing License?

    Nurse Beth posted a topic in Career Advice Column

    Hello I have a question. Unfortunately I went to a school that wasn't accredited I had to get a lawyer and fight. This fighting went on for years at least 4 before the BON decided to inactivate my...
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    How Hard Will It Be to Find a Job After Completing Probation for My Nursing License?

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

    Look at it this way- it sounds like you're nearing the end of a difficult time and the beginning of a fresh start. Your license will be reinstated once you finish the accredited program, and your...
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    Wants to challenge LPN exam

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

    If you're asking whether you can challenge the LPN exam in Florida without completing a nursing program or having an accredited education, then the answer is no. Like most states, Florida requires...
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    Wants to challenge LPN exam

    Nurse Beth posted a topic in Career Advice Column

    I would like to challenge the LPN Exam with
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    International student wants to work in New York

    Nurse Beth posted a topic in Career Advice Column

    Am currently an international student nurse graduating this year(2025) and am interested in working in New york. please is it possible? And also how will I go about it Thank
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    International student wants to work in New York

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

    Yes, it is definitely possible for you to work as an international nurse in New York and congrats on your upcoming graduation! Here's what you need to know: Obtain Your Nursing License in New...
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    Psych RN with No Skills

    Nurse Beth replied to Hiedi's topic in General Nursing

    Breaking into acute care in your situation can require a lot of persistence, strategy, interviewing and resume skills, and networking. I like the strategy of casting a wide net (apply, apply, apply),...
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    My brother had a bone removed from his arm can he still be a nurse?

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

    I'm sorry to hear about your brother's accident, and I hope he's recovering well. It's hard to know whether this will affect his functional abilities without more information. Hopefully, he'll...
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    My brother had a bone removed from his arm can he still be a nurse?

    Nurse Beth posted a topic in Career Advice Column

    My brother had an accident and he had to remove one the 2 bones in his arm, can he still study as a
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    Case manager job is chaotic

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

    If you can hang in there, don't do anything yet. It's only been two weeks, and it's worth giving it a shot. Here's why: a year or so as a case manager can qualify you for many other roles that...
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    Case manager job is chaotic

    Nurse Beth posted a topic in Career Advice Column

    Hello Nurse Beth, I have 18 years of residential psych experience. My former place of employment closed down 2 years ago. I am currently working as a nurse case manager at a local hospital. I...
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    Can a revoked license be reinstated?

    Nurse Beth posted a topic in Career Advice Column

    Can a revoked license be