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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    License by exam or endorsement

    JustBeachyNurse replied to diabetesNurserachael's topic in Nurse Registration

    If you do not have a nursing license from a US state BoN then you are applying for a nursing license by examination as an internationally educated
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    Voluntary surrender

    JustBeachyNurse replied to thatonenurse14's topic in General Nursing

    You are aware that voluntary surrender is like an admission of guilt and state A will send the information regarding being reported to the BoN to state B. If you knew you were subject to discipline in...
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    NCLEX RN Illinois Eligibility

    JustBeachyNurse replied to giezel19's topic in Nurse Registration

    Yes eligibility really expires in a year. Some states it's only valid 6
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    F-1 international student in nursing program

    JustBeachyNurse replied to Vorymydiva's topic in International Nursing

    It may be because without an unrestricted valid SSN you are ineligible for a nursing license in CA. There is no point in attending school if you cannot be licensed. Most other countries have a BSN as...
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    Temporary license in another state question

    JustBeachyNurse replied to butternurse's topic in General Nursing

    Most states participate in Nursys and you can do electronic verification for a
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    Have to buy a new laptop?

    JustBeachyNurse replied to cobrit's topic in Home Health

    Legally they can refuse to pay the agency but most labor laws say the agency cannot take back earned wages unless you are a 1099/contract employee. I second the idea--find another employer. This is...
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    How long to get physical license?

    JustBeachyNurse replied to umbot's topic in New Jersey Nursing

    That's an incredible improvement over the last few months. Actually employers are not supposed to copy or demand physical licenses in NJ but the BoN clearly needs to do another reeducation
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    Canadian Nurse BPEIN/NCLEX

    JustBeachyNurse replied to gopalnath's topic in Nurse Registration

    Be prepared the CVS assessment takes 6+ months. The process for processing a NY nursing license by examination as an IEN is generally 6-12+ months
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    job for bsn without rn

    JustBeachyNurse replied to neenuton's topic in General Nursing

    Unlicensed assistive personnel/caregiver, unit clerk, housekeeping,
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    Private duty

    JustBeachyNurse replied to 2Keyona's topic in Home Health

    A CNA cannot work independently and must have RN oversight. In some states CNAs can't work in the home unless they upgrade to CHHA. Actually in some states a CHHA not employed by an agency with RN...
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    LPN Online Certificate

    JustBeachyNurse replied to Dionyonce's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    No such entity. All require in person lab & clinical
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    Volunteering

    JustBeachyNurse replied to sp30233n's topic in General Nursing

    Most volunteer jobs are non clinical (information desk, gift shop) and rarely lead to employment especially in a major metropolitan area like NYC. The major NYC hospitals have hundreds of applications...
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    Scholarships for nursing school

    JustBeachyNurse replied to Ms.Sofia_futureRN's topic in General Students

    Best place to start is the school financial aid office as that's generally the hub for scholarships. I wouldn't say there is tons of money out there for pre-licensure nursing programs especially since...
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    Umm...say what

    JustBeachyNurse replied to Mariaberry84's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    Jello--colored sugar water with gelatin. Zero electrolytes. But it's clear. Can you see through applesauce? Nope? Not a clear liquid. And not for vomiting. Applesauce is part of the old school BRATT...
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    Umm...say what

    JustBeachyNurse replied to Mariaberry84's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    Well what do you think? Is there a clear liquid marketed specifically to combat pediatric dehydration? Not Gatorade which is laden with sugars and
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    Law firm going after unpaid OT

    JustBeachyNurse replied to olive11's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    You can file your own claim for free with the department of labor and get 100% of what is owed. Are you owed unpaid
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    Advice please

    JustBeachyNurse replied to Abhnurse9's topic in HIPAA Challenges

    That would be an acceptable incidental exposure. Now if the family member asked you directly and you answered different
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    Scared to death over PPD

    JustBeachyNurse replied to maddyfan4's topic in General Nursing

    Guiding someone in best questions to ask their employee health or personal physician is a nursing skill not medical advice. the CDC website has many resources for those who have a positive skin...
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    How long to get physical license?

    JustBeachyNurse replied to umbot's topic in New Jersey Nursing

    Average is 4-6 weeks. The BoN may tell you the facility is not to rely on paper licenses (as there have been forgeries over the years) They are legally obligated to verify online or via fax direct...
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    How long to get physical license?

    JustBeachyNurse replied to umbot's topic in New Jersey Nursing

    Per the BoN employers are to verify licenses online with the BoN. Have you been issued a number yet? It can take a while to print and mail or you could drive in person to the BoN in Newark and see if...
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    Hipaa question

    JustBeachyNurse replied to Livbug's topic in HIPAA Challenges

    PT = physical therapist pt. = Patient. discuss with your facility HIPAA compliance officer as this will be a he said she said
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    Avant Healthcare

    JustBeachyNurse replied to cjtj's topic in International Nursing

    Existing thread:
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    Excelsior LPN to RN

    JustBeachyNurse replied to Helper-T's topic in Excelsior College

    this is a distance only program. No classrooms. If you are not currently a licensed & working RN you are ineligible for the BSN program. If you are not currently a licensed & working LPN or...
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    Compact State Licensure from a non-compact state

    JustBeachyNurse replied to UGADawgs's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Reciprocity is only nclex results. There are no guarantees of licensing in any state. You apply for a nursing license by endorsement. If you are an IEN you may need to follow those instructions which...
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    Australian nurse on E3 visa in US

    JustBeachyNurse replied to roma001's topic in Immigration Advice

    NJ also requires a SSN. Metro NY & NJ have an abundance of inexperienced and specialized nurses so minimal incentive to sponsor overseas