JustBeachyNurse LPN

Complex pedi to LTC/SA & now a manager

Complex pediatrics turned geriatric LTC/sub acute nurse most recently transitioned to nurse manager. Combining advocacy, skilled nursing and off nights.

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    MN to WI Licensing

    JustBeachyNurse replied to usaftrevor87's topic in General Nursing

    You follow the instructions from the BoN for a nursing license by
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    2nd try and 44 SATA's later...

    JustBeachyNurse replied to _zoubisoubisou_'s topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    It's inaccurate information and an urban legend. It's detailed on the NCSBN
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    2nd try and 44 SATA's later...

    JustBeachyNurse replied to _zoubisoubisou_'s topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    There are easy SATA and difficult SATA just like for every other type of question. Neither type of question nor number of questions indicate pass or
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    Questions about quick results

    JustBeachyNurse replied to k_griff's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Today. Approximately 48 hours after you completed your
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    Failed crne 3 x

    JustBeachyNurse replied to GymGirl8's topic in Canada CRNE, CPNRE Exams

    Yes. Even if passed the NCLEX in the US you would need to appeal to CNO to get them to accept a 4th attempt even though you
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    searching for a hospital that will sponsor me

    JustBeachyNurse replied to Nezi2015's topic in Immigration Advice

    New grads do not qualify for H1B. These are intended for specialized professionals. A year of OPT won't give you specialty experience. If you are a Canadian or Mexican citizen you can seek a TN visa....
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    Did I pass NClex? I used PVT. Haaallllp!!!!

    JustBeachyNurse replied to vanialcruz's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Just wait for quick results. The more you check the greater your chance they will take your money that you are
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    I need an ER nurse to answer this question for me (pt with HIV related)

    JustBeachyNurse replied to Risan's topic in Emergency

    In the second scenario it seems more like we need the truth so we can safely help you. The first experience may have been bias exacerbated by the patient's anxiety of seeking healthcare apprehensive...
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    When schools don't have nurses....

    JustBeachyNurse replied to smartnurse1982's topic in School

    There have been mixed versions whether this was an in school or after school program. 911 dispatch will talk a caller through choking protocol. It's not clear who called and whether the caller had to...
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    Nurse Recruitment Runaround

    JustBeachyNurse replied to LVEDP18's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Amazing how perspective changes with a good nights sleep. Go on the interviews put your best foot forward. You may like those areas even better if nothing else for the experience. You have...
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    Refuse or fail hair follicle test?

    JustBeachyNurse replied to egood18's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    If you refuse it will be presumed positive and may be reportable to the BoN. Unless working with high risk narcotics it's not likely that your potential employer will go through the expense of a hair...
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    I need an ER nurse to answer this question for me (pt with HIV related)

    JustBeachyNurse replied to Risan's topic in Emergency

    It's called continuity of care. That's a critical piece of information and there are risks of drug interactions if you elect to withhold such important information. The "look" was more "why risk your...
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    Unusual Situation Here

    JustBeachyNurse replied to Marieh's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    What is BNAc
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    Did I pass NClex? I used PVT. Haaallllp!!!!

    JustBeachyNurse replied to vanialcruz's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Yes you did. There is a quality assurance/control process that occurs in the first 24 hours post test. Any pop up received when trying to reregister within the first 24 hours is often less reliable...
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    Started the agency, now what?

    JustBeachyNurse replied to LJ85's topic in Nurse Entrepreneurs, Innovators

    I know in NJ you can send employees to the county health dept for a low cost TB. If positive the county coordinates treatment & follow up anyway. They also offer reduced cost vaccines such as
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    I need your help plz

    JustBeachyNurse replied to KThurmond's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I turn off vibration and text/mail notifications when I record. Nothing is that urgent during class. The app Voice Record Pro (VRP 7) free on iOS will record even if screen is in power save mode. I've...
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    Nurse Recruitment Runaround

    JustBeachyNurse replied to LVEDP18's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    I don't recommend saying "noticed several of my classmates who do not have ICU experience were interviewing for a position in the CTICU and am wondering if your policy has changed. If so, I would...
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    Pearson Vue Trick 2014

    JustBeachyNurse replied to Mandy,GN's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    It means check your status with the BRN to ensure your file is complete. No guarantees of
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    Resigning while on maternity leave

    JustBeachyNurse replied to RNtoBe14's topic in General Nursing

    Exactly. That's what I want as trying to say. Technically they are not on FMLA if they don't intend to return to work and would be placed on COBRA. If they resign at the end of FMLA the employer has...
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    Resigning while on maternity leave

    JustBeachyNurse replied to RNtoBe14's topic in General Nursing

    Employers are not required to back bill if you quit during or right after FMLA but employers have the right to bill for their cost if you fail to return to work of your own choice. Insurance must...
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    Resigning while on maternity leave

    JustBeachyNurse replied to RNtoBe14's topic in General Nursing

    This is not correct FMLA you are paying the employee portion for insurance and the employer subsidizes. You can pay the employee portion via PTO or make payment arrangements with your company....
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    PVT

    JustBeachyNurse replied to nervousanna's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    It means nothing as its before 24 hours. Stop offering your money to Pearson Vue and do something nice for yourself to try and
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    NCLEX RN PVT pending results...

    JustBeachyNurse replied to nursekrs143's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    It means a whole lot of nothing before 24 hours post exam but you increase your chances of getting charged the more times you submit payment for a duplicate registration (aka PVT). You need to be...
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    Resigning while on maternity leave

    JustBeachyNurse replied to RNtoBe14's topic in General Nursing

    You need to look at your employe handbook. Sounds like you will be using unpaid FMLA for maternity leave. If you resign on leave sometimes the employer can backdate your resignation and you will be...
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    Domestic Violence: Rebuilding

    JustBeachyNurse replied to Ruby Vee's topic in General Nursing

    This is the reality people need to hear. Not just pack up your stuff and walk away once a hand is raised or go walk to a shelter that may be worse than you're walking away