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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    Becoming a school nurse

    JustBeachyNurse replied to nycNurse2b's topic in School

    NJ requires a RN/BSN plus post bac/masters credits in school nursing plus school nurse certification from the DoE. You can be a substitute school nurse without the post-bac/masters level credits but...
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    Best BSN fast track degree ?

    JustBeachyNurse replied to emilyleah's topic in General Students

    Many ABSN program admit students with 3.8-4.0 undergrad GPA not to mention tuition is at the post-bac/graduate
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    public school nurse issues

    JustBeachyNurse replied to chris4321's topic in School

    Can you elaborate? Are you a
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    RN title use

    JustBeachyNurse replied to Cricket183's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    Awesome!
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    Slower paced nursing for RN with 2.5 years of experience?

    JustBeachyNurse replied to no time rn's topic in Nursing Career

    We may never know as the OP has not returned since posting this thread 3 years
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    Understanding rationale for med ordered against patient allergies

    JustBeachyNurse replied to WorkingCAmom's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    What is the "allergic reaction" to acetaminophen? It's very rare to have an acetaminophen (APAP) allergy. Many claim APAP (and NSAID like ibuprofen) allergy in a quest secure narcotic pain relievers...
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    RN title use

    JustBeachyNurse replied to Cricket183's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    Do you have a degree? If say Super Nurse Writer, BSN, RN (inactive) or SNW, BSN, RN (ret). Like the
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    Facebook nurses and patients

    JustBeachyNurse replied to Annaleemabey's topic in HIPAA Challenges

    Well whatever your reason, you have a policy and I'm sure it's consistent with your corporate social media policy. If it works, who
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    Illinois Lpn License

    JustBeachyNurse replied to NursemeYes's topic in Licensure: Criminal History

    Boards of nursing have access to all records in the name of public safety. The background check is generally at the state & FBI level and not always the same as one you can order on your own....
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    passing the nclex state boards

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

    This isn't Facebook. You don't have a "page". This is an internationally read public message board for nursing professionals. I'm sorry you don't like reality. Truth =/= "not nice". Using vulgarity...
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    passing the nclex state boards

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

    Radiology requires passing a certification exam and a minimum of an associates due to the
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    passing the nclex state boards

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

    You have spent $2000 just in testing fees. You need to either reconsider nursing or find someone to assess your CPRs and create a targeted tutoring study plan. Kaplan costs 20% of what you paid for...
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    What to do now?

    JustBeachyNurse replied to kingjames06's topic in First Year After Licensure

    You are inexperienced and over a year post graduation plus seeking employment in an area where there are more nurses than available preferred jobs. Honestly most hospital residency training programs...
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    What to do now?

    JustBeachyNurse replied to kingjames06's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I know. You live in a saturated area. Refocus on non hospital jobs. Even a hospital affiliated LTC or subacute rehab can set you up for transfer later to acute
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    What to do now?

    JustBeachyNurse replied to kingjames06's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Check the hospitals but most only hire for new grad residencies that graduated last 6-9 months. Max 12 months. They may make an exception you won't know unless you ask Look at Long Term Acute Care...
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    What to do now?

    JustBeachyNurse replied to kingjames06's topic in First Year After Licensure

    When did you graduate? Hospitals in NJ that offer new grad BSN residencies generally hire right before graduation and must be 6-9 months post grad. Sadly being an inexperienced IEN is a disadvantage...
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    ADD sufferer taking NCLEX for the third time...

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

    If he never tested with accommodations in college or high school the NCSBN is not likely to offer any. Extended time is not often awarded without extensive documentation and consistent application...
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    Moving as a new grad RN?

    JustBeachyNurse replied to Mary217's topic in General Nursing

    You must maintain legal permanent residency in the compact state for compact privileges to apply. If you live in VA (compact state) but move to MD you need a new license. If you move to NY NJ PA OH...
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    Waiting time for RN application in CA

    JustBeachyNurse replied to sukyayu's topic in Nurse Registration

    Going in person doesn't always work for IENs like the OP. The credentials assessment by the BRN investigator is extensive and can at times take 6-9 months longer than a CA or US educated nurse. Quite...
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    Toefl in Minnesota

    JustBeachyNurse replied to fmay's topic in International Nursing

    Not sure why you require only someone in Minnesota. Are you physically in the US? Consider taking some ESL classes to remediate. These are often free and offered at adult HS, churches/religious...
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    Need clarification please

    JustBeachyNurse replied to Gcossio's topic in General Nursing

    The difference is In CA & TX the title is licensed vocational nurse The other 48 states the title is licensed practical nurse. Both complete 12-24 months of nursing clinical & theory in...
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    GA Teen Contracted HIV from a hair weave? Really?!?!

    JustBeachyNurse posted a topic in General Nursing

    I am not an ID specialist but an educated person and licensed nurse. This GA teen insists she is a virgin (though I know teens that only consider lady partsl intercourse as losing virginity, oral...
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    IV therapy course

    JustBeachyNurse replied to Cynt87's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    CE Broker is the approved CE vendor for FL BoN at least one of those courses I posted is connected with CE Broker and has a FL BoN provider number. Both "credentials" indicate acceptable to FL
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    IV therapy course

    JustBeachyNurse replied to Cynt87's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Here are two I found Medical Training, Nursing Courses, 30 Hour IV Course, Clinical Solutions IV Certification For LPNs - Emergency Medical Consultants, Inc. | Emergency Medical Consultants, Inc. I...
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    IV therapy course

    JustBeachyNurse replied to Cynt87's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Check with FL