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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    LPN to RN or BSN Accelerated Bridge Program

    That was a salesperson. He makes commission when you sign on the dotted line for their high interest private (not student) loan. They are not a school. They are nothing more than a publisher. They...
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    Saudi Council license or registration verification

    Don't falsify and ask your former employer to falsify. You posted this in a public forum. Why risk lying and the opportunity with
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    Should gtube feeding bags be rinsed between feedings?

    Granted I have a PDN kiddo that if I walk away to use the restroom I have to pause and d/c the extension. But this kiddo is a spaghetti wrestler in sleep and will tangle in the tubing and pull out the...
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    O2 protocol 89 vs 90%

    Medicare rules are pretty specific regarding qualifying for oxygen. If they were satting at 90% upon transfer they are stable. If the heart rate parameters were 60-100 would you not transfer of their...
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    Should gtube feeding bags be rinsed between feedings?

    Ok. I'd say walk away. She's being inefficient and wasting time. New grad? I don't think I could spend 30 minutes washing a bag if I used soap & a scrub
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    A little confused here need some help !

    You wanted to live and work in Canada. You are in Canada. Finish your Canadian assessment. This is my opinion. Neither country is easier and unless you have a work visa for the U.S. you may have...
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    I need cna help

    Sign the write up. You were wrong to leave a fall risk, confused patient alone on the toilet. You are not qualified to determine fall risk or stability when seated unsupported. If you don't have...
  9. Yes BoN have access to that information as a matter of public safety. See what information you can find on the BoN website. Look at the questions asked on the application. Call the BoN anonymously and...
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    O2 protocol 89 vs 90%

    Your coworkers are correct with their interpretation of the current standard of care especially if COPD
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    Prioritising Patients

    Especially since statistically more elderly females have longer and more active lives than
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    A little confused here need some help !

    1. Why? Pick a country. Pick a state/province unless you have unlimited funds. To be assessed and tested for licensing in two countries is going to cost well over $1000. The NCLEX pass rate for nurses...
  13. Are you currently a licensed nurse or a professional nursing student? If so did you have issues with your background check for clinical
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    The Controversy: Mandatory Flu Vaccines

    Oh good I couldn't figure out what the inferior vena cava had to do with
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    Teacher Wants to Medicate Pre-Schooler

    There is a lot more research on early identification and diagnosis of ADHD. Sometimes a structured environment and sensory integration therapy from OT is enough to
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    Kaplan Question Trainers!

    You purchase directly from Kaplan. NCLEX Review & Prep | Kaplan Test Prep Qtrainers are only available if you purchase the in person, online or on demand review. You can purchase the qbank...
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    Lpn Mcvts

    Check with the school financial aid office to be certain . Most county schools are approved however not all programs are
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    NCLEX-PN PVT New update

    Even on the NCLEX-PN the pass rate is less than 35% for IENs. Between the language issues and the fact that you are not taught the same way nor are you taught the scope of a practical nurse when...
  19. You are given a copy of the rules when you check in. How many reminders does one
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    I need cna help

    I've never heard of such a rule that you can't keep a single pair of gloves on your person. They're not sterile. Then put a couple of pairs in a sandwich bag in your
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    Teacher Wants to Medicate Pre-Schooler

    Too bad that goes against current evidenced based practice. Even taking a half day head start program and extending by an hour to allow for outside recess and free play increases academic success...
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    I need cna help

    Always keep gloves in your pocket. Problem
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    NCLEX-PN PVT New update

    What state? Does your state participate in quick results? Did you check your BoN licensing verification system (neither works in CA) PVT is a magic 8 ball trick. No guarantee of accuracy SATA (or any...
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    Teacher Wants to Medicate Pre-Schooler

    I wasn't a fan of much of my son's daycare/preschool but as long as it was 32F or warmer they were outside. Obviously if very cold or very hot they were outside for a shorter period of time. It was...
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    Teacher Wants to Medicate Pre-Schooler

    Teachers and other non prescribing providers cannot make recommendations to medicate a child. If a child is special education to imply a child needs medication violates federal regulations. I had a...