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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    File Incomplete

    JustBeachyNurse replied to JENURSE03_RN's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    It means something is missing whether your transcript, background check, a part of your application such as a signed passport sized photo or a notarized signature. What state? Did you apply online?...
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    CURRENTLY in ISU's LPN-BSN program?

    JustBeachyNurse replied to SharmaineB's topic in Indiana State University

    Prior to the change in policy one was strongly encouraged by ISU to use TCN. If you failed an exam you were mandated to purchase the "modules" from TCN before you could move forward in the program....
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    Temporal Thermometer Question

    JustBeachyNurse replied to cynthia21689's topic in Home Health

    $1 digital thermometer from dollar tree for back up axillary temp otherwise what agency supplies. Temporal like tympanic have a high margin of error due to
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    CURRENTLY in ISU's LPN-BSN program?

    JustBeachyNurse replied to SharmaineB's topic in Indiana State University

    With the FTC and IN attorney general investigating the college network & ISU many non-locals have backed away from the program in recent years. It's not accepted in many states including NY &...
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    Paying for Nursing School

    JustBeachyNurse replied to tellio015's topic in General Students

    Has/TA masters candidate working as a graduate assistant/teaching assistant or residence manager. ELM I believe UPenn, Jefferson and a few other schools have ELM. Seton Hall in NJ. Expensive but...
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    Renewal of NCLEX-RN eligibility in CA

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

    You will wait just as long for a new auth whether you test before 12/15. You cannot request a new auth until AFTER 12/15/15. Take the English as a 2nd language classes as that will improve your...
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    Why is medicare going to be nonexistent?

    JustBeachyNurse replied to Vtachy1's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    My grandmother, 88, at the time had a young PCP clearly trying to hit metrics pushing anti cholesterol drugs for a borderline level, Pap smear, mammogram, colonoscopy and other "preventative "...
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    Renewal of NCLEX-RN eligibility in CA

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

    You cannot apply for a new ATT until your current one expires. Reported wait is 4-6 weeks for new ATT. (Around 45 days). You will delay your exam even further. If you already paid Pearson you have...
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    CURRENTLY in ISU's LPN-BSN program?

    JustBeachyNurse replied to SharmaineB's topic in Indiana State University

    You are
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    Paying for Nursing School

    JustBeachyNurse replied to tellio015's topic in General Students

    Then though you may not want to hear it you likely have chosen a program where the cost outweighs the benefit. You are entering a highly competitive market. Is it really worthwhile if you cannot...
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    Allegations of Neglect

    JustBeachyNurse replied to knoelle30's topic in General Nursing

    Contact your professional malpractice carrier. Contact the American Association of Nurse Attorneys for a referral to a license defense nurse attorney. It will be wort the cost of a consultation to...
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    Affording a Second Bachelor's

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

    Very few ABSN programs provide scholarships. Many scholarships are for first degree possibly second (you have not only a first BA but also a masters) I've never heard of school providing scholarships...
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    Paying for Nursing School

    JustBeachyNurse replied to tellio015's topic in General Students

    Very few hospitals sponsor now in the PA metro area, less for ABSN and rarely for non-employees. Military is overstaffed. Did you try your school financial aid for school based grants/scholarships?...
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    WI Board of Nursing

    JustBeachyNurse replied to rocklara's topic in General Nursing

    Contact TAANA Executive Office - Home and find a license defense attorney. Now. Of course stipulations follow you to other states as that is part of the NLC & Nursys license verification. Most...
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    Community nurse 7 question interview.

    JustBeachyNurse replied to sroseo's topic in General Students

    Did you try home health or private duty pediatric agencies? They are definitely in the community. I doubt you want my answers as I'm not a BSN at this
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    Did the PVT trick and paid the 200

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

    It's tough. But next time listen to your instinct. Did your classmates have interim permits? Seems those with IP are processed faster than those
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    Did the PVT trick and paid the 200

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

    Yes. Really. BVNPT is even longer. You made the choice to play the PVT game, in my opinion the stress of "possibly" knowing is worse than not knowing as at least you still have hope of
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    Did the PVT trick and paid the 200

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

    Contact CABRN as they are the only ones who can give you an accurate response. I don't recommend mentioning playing the PVT game to the BoN though. Pearson Vue accepted your payment because you...
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    Shortness of Breath

    JustBeachyNurse replied to SilleLu's topic in General Nursing

    Seems the physician knows her games and you did your
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    Shortness of Breath

    JustBeachyNurse replied to SilleLu's topic in General Nursing

    Call the physician report your objective findings. I would not ask for a nebulizer treatment. Hopefully the physician knows her and can make a suggestion. I wouldn't assume especially if no objective...
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    NCLEX RN - failed three times in Canada.

    JustBeachyNurse replied to Kaubin27's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    It's rare to get a 4th attempt. What extenuating circumstances are you using considering you graduated with
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    You are NOT allergic to...

    JustBeachyNurse replied to BuckyBadgerRN's topic in General Nursing

    It is just like the allergy to a cold environment and there a few unfortunate that are allergic to the sun. I don't think anyone is arguing these allergies. The person allergic to acetaminophen but...
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    Taking the NCLEX multiple times

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

    Most are internationally educated nurses but also a few US "nurses" that snuck through before electronic and interstate verification systems. Check out CABRN press releases as they catch the...
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    got the bad pop up then changed to result on hold?

    JustBeachyNurse replied to nurse2us's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    If your results are still on hold you won't be able to access quick results until the audit is
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    got the bad pop up then changed to result on hold?

    JustBeachyNurse replied to nurse2us's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    It's a guessing game. Think magic 8 ball. Try and be patient. No one can tell you with any certainty. It's a bad sign if that's what you want to hear. It's meaningless until the hold is lifted after...