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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    The Controversy: Mandatory Flu Vaccines

    JustBeachyNurse replied to Julie Reyes's topic in General Nursing

    Not always, especially in treatment comparison studies especially for a condition. Double blind studies do not need to have a placebo. It can be a known drug vs study drug. Such as EryPed vs awesomely...
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    WGU Pre-licensure Questions

    JustBeachyNurse replied to ryusan8989's topic in General Nursing

    There is a dedicated forum under nursing schools that you may find the answers you
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    Brian Short News

    JustBeachyNurse replied to tnbutterfly - Mary's topic in General Nursing

    Deepest condolences to the Short family, friends and extended family in this most difficult and tragic time. I know Brian was aware of the impact and reach of this site, hence why he never sold...
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    Pearson Vue Trick

    JustBeachyNurse replied to MsNicksRN15's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Congratulations. Your original post implied you were a student still your clarification is much appreciated. I'm betting you were more relieved to find your name and license on the BON than the...
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    Board Ordered Mental Health/Substance Abuse Evaluation in KY

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

    The board is charged to protect the public not nurses. I'm not certain that an attorney would have prevented needing a formal assessment after two legal issues involving alcohol and an illegal...
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    Diabetic Alert Dog at work in Hospital

    JustBeachyNurse replied to Brookieakorsie's topic in General Nursing

    Not necessarily. Hospitals are one of the few areas that can legally deny access per the ADA (also houses of worship, sterile areas and certain government facilities). As a healthcare worker service...
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    low oxygen levels

    JustBeachyNurse replied to jonie8693's topic in Cardiac

    I knew one of you PICU experts would be by! I couldn't think of the conditions but I know it could be normal and albuterol or O2 could cause serious
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    low oxygen levels

    JustBeachyNurse replied to jonie8693's topic in Cardiac

    Yes it's possible for a cardiac kiddo to be normal in the 80's. It depends on the condition and what surgical procedures. If you gave her oxygen and her normal is in the 80's you could have easily...
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    The Controversy: Mandatory Flu Vaccines

    JustBeachyNurse replied to Julie Reyes's topic in General Nursing

    One can become hyponatremic with cerebral edema if one is not cautious regarding the volume of dihydrogen monoxide consumed and exposed to as it can be absorbed through the epidermis as well as mucous...
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    Accelerated BSN too many pre-reqs!

    JustBeachyNurse replied to poettech's topic in School, College Programs

    But online programs are not entry to practice, they are RN to BSN The op needs an entry to practice ABSN. Unless op lives in UT, TX, FL, IN then may be eligible for the hybrid entry to practice BSN at...
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    The Heat is On: Why the Temporal Artery Thermometer Should Be Your "Go-To"

    JustBeachyNurse replied to Exergen Corporation's topic in General Nursing

    I've had more inaccurate readings with temporal thermometers even Exegen brand. I had one reading 101.8F. Client cool as a cucumber. Axillary temp 97.1 which was more consistent with the clinical...
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    CP6 lab test?

    JustBeachyNurse replied to WestcoasterRN's topic in General Nursing

    Chemistry profile 6? Check a lab website. In the US there is ARUP, Quest &
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    Why does everyone say that they "consigned" a drug waste.....

    JustBeachyNurse replied to roser13's topic in General Nursing

    PVT as an "urban legions" for students. I picture masses of inner city nursing students marching together because "PVT worked for
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    Why does everyone say that they "consigned" a drug waste.....

    JustBeachyNurse replied to roser13's topic in General Nursing

    A job for those with muffin tops! Roll
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    The Controversy: Mandatory Flu Vaccines

    JustBeachyNurse replied to Julie Reyes's topic in General Nursing

    Plus once the mask is damp the effectiveness drops. It will get wet as humans exhale humidified
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    International graduates of BSN from Philippines?

    JustBeachyNurse replied to Jhemphot's topic in Nurse Registration

    No. It means they are processing your application. Application fees are non refundable if not qualified. You applied for a nursing license by examination. Once your credentials are deemed acceptable...
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    LPN's in business for themselves!!

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

    Check your state scope of practice. LPNs generally cannot practice nurse without the oversight of an RN, MD, APN, DO, DMD or DDS. Generally initial education must be done by an RN and an LPN can...
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    Hep C and blood values

    JustBeachyNurse replied to littlecutie's topic in General Nursing

    As a condition of site ToS when signing up we can neither request not offer medical advice. It's impossible to interpret without knowing a complete history plus lab interpretation is relegated to...
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    Late on interview.

    JustBeachyNurse replied to nursefromcali's topic in General Nursing

    May public libraries, county colleges and high schools offer free ESL classes. You may even find someone willing to help proof read important
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    Anyone See Blosson Brown on the I am Cait show?

    JustBeachyNurse replied to Riawahine's topic in General Nursing

    Exactly. She's smart enough to not name the schools she applied to If she can't get admission what good is a tuition check going to do? She admitted she had a lower GPA to start and likely why she was...
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    Excelsior Online Program

    JustBeachyNurse replied to standupspeakout's topic in Excelsior College

    The "schools" are not schools they are publishers and include DLSi, TCN (the college network), ATP/achieve test prep, Rue and others. Not a single one of these test prep publishers is endorsed,...
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    Late on interview.

    JustBeachyNurse replied to nursefromcali's topic in General Nursing

    You can apply but whether they consider you is a different story. I don't think any company can truly block a potential applicant from applying. I wouldn't get my hopes up too high but it's not...
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    How do you fund your education?

    JustBeachyNurse replied to Molemedic's topic in Excelsior College

    No problem. Look for posts from Pixie she was a medic to RN and kept going. Not everyone realizes that you must be a current LPN or medic to be eligible as in years past the requirements were...
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    Maternity discrimination

    JustBeachyNurse replied to Kmendi's topic in General Nursing

    You won't qualify for FMLA or maternity leave (as there is no way for you to work 12 months & 1200 hours before you need to take leave) and therefore your job may not be there when you return....
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    Excelsior Online Program

    JustBeachyNurse replied to standupspeakout's topic in Excelsior College

    It's a NLN center of excellence in nursing education and has been for quite a few years. The program requires a candidate to be a dedicated independent learner. If one is not strongly self motivated...