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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    Excelsior require work experience in order to bridge from LPN-RN?

    JustBeachyNurse replied to aebale1456's topic in Excelsior College

    It was removed about a year ago and when a colleague (AS in RT and nearly a decade of experience) inquired with both admissions and nursing advisors they were told they were ineligible without a...
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    Any current nursing student with a petty theft?

    JustBeachyNurse replied to Mattie45's topic in Licensure: Criminal History

    Check the application to see if you need to report charges or only convictions. Most BoN want both for certain charges (petty theft may or may not be on the list). Some states post the list of...
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    why do many MAs and CNAs call themselves nurses?

    JustBeachyNurse replied to murseforever's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    When I was a tech in the ED years ago my colleague and I would response "I'm not a nurse but maybe I can help " 95% of the time it was a tech/aide request (sometimes nurse consult such as "do they...
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    side rail use in private duty homecare

    JustBeachyNurse replied to Nursing.capps's topic in Private Duty

    How is it a restraint in a nonmobile patient? Would they say a crib is a restraint for a pediatric
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    Excelsior require work experience in order to bridge from LPN-RN?

    JustBeachyNurse replied to aebale1456's topic in Excelsior College

    RT's are no longer accepted. Only currently licensed/certified paramedics, LPNs, or certain classifications of military
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    RN to BSN online programs., Which university to choose? HELP!!!

    JustBeachyNurse replied to RN2009Belarus's topic in Online Distance Learning

    That helps. Either accreditation is
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    RN to BSN online programs., Which university to choose? HELP!!!

    JustBeachyNurse replied to RN2009Belarus's topic in Online Distance Learning

    Are you a US citizen or permanent resident? If not you will have to worry about international tuition rates, which can be 2-3x the cost of a
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    Texas BON fingerprinting process.. HELP!

    JustBeachyNurse replied to aicyj's topic in Nurse Registration

    I didn't realize you are overseas. International applicants have different processes to follow than US educated nurses and nurses physically in the
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    First week of exams

    JustBeachyNurse replied to natmanzo's topic in General Students

    Nope. No hints for essays other than to study notes & read the text. You need to be able to apply your content knowledge to be successful in nursing
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    FL BON & GA BON

    JustBeachyNurse replied to 2016New's topic in General Nursing

    You endorse your FL to GA. As long as you pay the fees and complete any mandated CE you can be licensed in as many states as you can
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    Michigan Temporary LPN Permit

    JustBeachyNurse replied to Kapowski88's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    They don't seem to exist for new grads in MI. Quite a few states no longer offer graduate nurse
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    Michigan Temporary LPN Permit

    JustBeachyNurse replied to Kapowski88's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    In addition if you don't pass on your third attempt you must attend a nursing remediation course before a fourth opportunity would be considered. You must pass the NCLEX in MI within 12 months of your...
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    Michigan Temporary LPN Permit

    JustBeachyNurse replied to Kapowski88's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    No you can't work with an out of state temporary permit in any state. Temporary permits are only valid until you take the NCLEX the first time. If you pass, temp permit is cancelled and full license...
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    Discouraged in PA

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

    There is nothing you can do. The average rate at this .6 to 8 weeks for the pass letter. Then another four weeks for a license to be issued after you
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    Discouraged in PA

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

    If you tested nclex-PN for CA BVNPT won't show up. You wait 4-8 weeks for the results letter. Then if passed you pay for your license. After its processed your license
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    Pearsonvue Trick

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

    Nothing is quick in
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    Anyone tried the PVT trick for NCLEX-RN NH?

    JustBeachyNurse replied to watney's topic in General Nursing

    CA rarely posts after 48 hrs. If LVN you will wait 6-8 weeks for a pass/fail letter. Once you pass LVN you must pay BVNPT the licensing fee once that is processed your LVN license will be
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    Pearsonvue Trick

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

    The trick is just a trick and has no relevance as to when the BoN posts official results or license status in their database. Only the BoN can give you an accurate answer. Only a magic 8 ball can give...
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    Care plan help

    JustBeachyNurse replied to Yoshi.O's topic in General Students

    No such nursing diagnosis as "prevent future infection". Think maslows. What is the priority? You have a few. Infection has already been addressed. Pain? Constipation? Impaired mobility? Risk for...
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    Help! Studying for a final cant find answer

    JustBeachyNurse replied to preciouspkgs's topic in General Students

    Age & developmental status makes a huge difference. A cognitively impaired diabetic team with a planned amputation would be different than an active high schooler that plays sports & loses a...
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    Care plan help

    JustBeachyNurse replied to Yoshi.O's topic in General Students

    No. It's not. Your care plan is based upon your nursing assessment. The first step is always you assessment. VS Level of consciousness Pain Edema Bowel/bladder status Skin integrity Hydration status...
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    Help for an international BSN Student

    JustBeachyNurse replied to manny2500's topic in Immigration Advice

    Have you worked using your mph yet? There is very little demand for new grad nurses requiring sponsorship. There is no incentive for a company to go through the time & expense to sponsor for a...
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    Apple IWatch and nursing

    JustBeachyNurse replied to Miker1980's topic in General Nursing

    Expensive gadget watches like the non water proof Apple Watch are not recommended to be worn at work as a nurse. Not only is there hand washing but body fluids including blood, vomit, urine... Cheap...
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    Filipino Nurse waiting for SNB Approval

    JustBeachyNurse replied to escape2felicity's topic in Nurse Registration

    This site requires English only. It states as much over the box you enter your
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    EPI PEN

    JustBeachyNurse replied to seyd's topic in General Nursing

    I think the issue is now solved since the original post is from 5 years ago. The only official indication for an epipen is emergent treatment of