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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    hiv and infections

    JustBeachyNurse replied to Toadd35's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    Stop thinking. Stop obsessing. Stop the paranoia. This isn't 1985. There has been a tremendous amount of research and factual information available in the past decade. Get the facts. Start by...
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    hiv and infections

    JustBeachyNurse replied to Toadd35's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    You would definitely know if blood splashed in your eyes or mouth!! However if this was an arterial bleed or an ED/trauma scenario why were you not wearing a mask and
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    hiv and infections

    JustBeachyNurse replied to Toadd35's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    Just stop. You will make yourself insane. Yes you are being paranoid and unrealistic about a zero risk event. Yes I said zero risk hiv is not a sturdy virus once it's outside the body. It doesn't live...
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    Pearson Vue Trick as of August 2015

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

    Stop offering your money to Pearson. Changing the security code or expiration date WILL NOT prevent a charge. You were too impatient to wait at least 24 hours it is impossible to give you an accurate...
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    hiv and infections

    JustBeachyNurse replied to Toadd35's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    You are paranoid. Are you immune compromised? Did you have an open cut, wound or sore (no scab)? HIV dies when it dries and is NOT virulent Be more afraid of hepatitis. Go read the CDC website. Go...
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    Foreign student

    JustBeachyNurse replied to Korina792's topic in Nurse Registration

    NCLEX-RN is not easier than NCLEX-PN, those that have taken both find them similar in difficulty. LPNs have a lesser scope of practice and require more oversight and the nursing education is not as in...
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    Foreign student

    JustBeachyNurse replied to Korina792's topic in Nurse Registration

    No. Your source is inaccurate NCLEX-PN is not a BSN/MSN degree it's a practical nurse most often not degreed but completed a 12-18 month practical nursing diploma program. LPNs practice under the...
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    I paid 200 dollars for pvt

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

    True a nursing comparison would be a home health agency that has a permanent no compete clause. It's illegal an unenforceable but many don't pursue to find out the legality, even if you signed...
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    I paid 200 dollars for pvt

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

    Results are available 48 hours post test for a lot less than $200 if your BoN participates. Only $7.95, free if your BoN posts your license earlier! You aren't paying for an exam but a registration...
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    The Controversy: Mandatory Flu Vaccines

    JustBeachyNurse replied to Julie Reyes's topic in General Nursing

    That makes no sense unless received the nasal spray which is a live vaccine and instructions state to not go around those immune compromised. Nice advertisement
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    Foreign student

    JustBeachyNurse replied to Korina792's topic in Nurse Registration

    If you have a BSN & MSN why are you not applying for a RN license by examination as an internationally educated nurse. You might want to avail yourself of an ESL class at your local library or HS...
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    Took Nclex Saturday/does pearson work weekends?

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

    Wait for quick results for an accurate answer. You risk getting charged the more times you attempt the trick/offer. $200 to Pearson "just to
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    ABSN - Stafford Loan Question

    JustBeachyNurse replied to bayarea123's topic in California Nursing

    Did you look at fafsa.gov? Did you ask financial aid at your school? Start here;
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    Considering switching agencies

    JustBeachyNurse replied to Twinnurses88's topic in Home Health

    Look at your nursing notes. It's often written on the back. Or check the client consent that must be in the chart of your agency is accredited. I believe the maximum is 6 months in most states, check...
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    Taking the NCLEX multiple times

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

    Two examples...not only two states. Several require you return to school, others have time limits post graduation. States like NY & CA allow unlimited attempts without maximum time post...
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    Considering switching agencies

    JustBeachyNurse replied to Twinnurses88's topic in Home Health

    Yes they can usually for 6 months and charge the families for lost wages as part of the signed employment agreement (you) and service agreement (family). Due to list income several agencies are...
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    Taking the NCLEX multiple times

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

    Many states mandate refresher courses past 3rd fail NJ & FL for
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    Help - ABSN/MELN programs and financial aid

    JustBeachyNurse replied to bayarea123's topic in California Nursing

    Correct undergraduate grants such as pell, seog, etc are no longer available to students who have a bachelor's in another discipline regardless of financial need or whether a student used any grants...
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    I paid 200 dollars for pvt

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

    Delivery successful no longer exists. Results not available only refers to quick results so someone in CA will say "results not available" forever. And yes changing expiration date is not effective...
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    Is the US already accepting foreign nurses?

    JustBeachyNurse replied to yaymilktea's topic in General Nursing

    Make certain it's the specialty in demand. There is little need for video game IT professionals and certain language programmers for example. IT security is high demand worldwide, whether healthcare...
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    I paid 200 dollars for pvt

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

    No one can tell you for certain. Every one goes to CC page. Wait for quick results or BoN
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    Studying Accelerated Nursing Program in the USA as an International Student

    JustBeachyNurse replied to Motun's topic in International Nursing

    Hospitals cannot sponsor student visas. So
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    Is the US already accepting foreign nurses?

    JustBeachyNurse replied to yaymilktea's topic in General Nursing

    Not really. Same for Canada. Highly impacted areas such as CA & NY have up to 40% unemployment rate for nurses. There is no incentive for an employer to sponsor a new grad overseas applicant when...
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    Nurses aren't maids!

    JustBeachyNurse replied to AnaCatRN's topic in Private Duty

    Putting away your dependent client's supplies, laundry, or wiping down your client's equipment & living area is VERY different than what is talked about here. Cleaning dishes you use in assisting...
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    american public university

    JustBeachyNurse replied to Crrn nurse's topic in School, College Programs

    Then ask in the forum like you just