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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    Stuck up RN?

    JustBeachyNurse replied to Mr. Nightingale's topic in General Nursing

    Mom needs to figure out why she is staying 2-4 hrs post shift. Paid-budget issues. Upaid--liability & labor board issues. Common theme--not "stuck up" or "close knit" but documentation. Is she...
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    PDN Nurses-asking about previous pt's Hipaa violation?

    JustBeachyNurse replied to smartnurse1982's topic in HIPAA Challenges

    Yes. I find the nurses most often asking were removed from the case either by parent or nurse choice and can't let go. I just ignore the question and if the nurse persists refer to the clinical...
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    What do you bring?

    JustBeachyNurse replied to jamie7401's topic in Private Duty

    In over a hundred cases exactly three offered wifi passwords and one was only for my use. One monitored nurse access (he was an it professional). Others found nurses were spending more time online...
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    What will it take to get a job as a new LPN?

    JustBeachyNurse replied to whatwasithinking75's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    That's not a new grad job! That's an agency job for experienced
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    What do you bring?

    JustBeachyNurse replied to jamie7401's topic in Private Duty

    Many families have cultural or dietary restriction. Three agencies and not one required families to offer refrigeration or kitchen access. We are told bring a lunch box, use cold packs or a thermos....
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    Coffee marketed to nurses. Would you buy it?

    JustBeachyNurse replied to ResumeRN's topic in General Nursing

    If the coffee were marketed to the general public and the marketing gimmick would be buy a bag and crazy coffee people will donate a bag to a nursing unit in your local hospital or agency then...
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    School Bus Tragedy

    JustBeachyNurse replied to fawnmarie's topic in School

    Thinking of you all lately. Hoping all of the injured are home safe with their families and the community starts to heal. Know many around the US are thinking and praying for comfort for you all in...
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    Hypothesis test results

    JustBeachyNurse replied to Shnkay1's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    You are a student (by your admission above) therefore the thread is in fact in the appropriate forum. Being insolent insulting to others is not an effective method to obtain assistance. I think your...
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    Waiting for my license

    JustBeachyNurse replied to twig1331's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Did you get your pass letter and pay the $150 initial license fee? No license will be posted until you pay the initial license
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    New grad needs help

    JustBeachyNurse replied to manda18's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Why do you have to work in a hospital? Sub acute, acute rehab and long term care often have 8hr
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    Preceptor gift

    JustBeachyNurse replied to manda18's topic in General Nursing

    Gift card to local convenience store like Wawa, Turkey Hill or QuickChek that has coffee, sandwiches, gas, groceries. Heartfelt handwritten thank you
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    post graduate diploma course in new zealand

    JustBeachyNurse replied to teoray's topic in Australia, New Zealand

    RedPink had not even logged into this site since Sept 2013. This is an old thread. I wouldn't be hopeful for a response. Good
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    Soon to be convicted felon

    JustBeachyNurse replied to Jron91's topic in Licensure: Criminal History

    Yes you must always report felony convictions. In some states you must report felony charges also. You need not a criminal defense attorney before you submit your plea but a nurse attorney...
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    hepatitis virus

    JustBeachyNurse replied to ej40's topic in General Nursing

    Here you go all the statistics you could possibly want: Division of Viral Hepatitis Home Page | Division of Viral Hepatitis |
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    Night time cough

    JustBeachyNurse replied to obehi123's topic in General Nursing

    There is no single answer. A newborn will be different than an 80 year old who smoked unfiltered cigarettes for 65 years or a patient with lung cancer or a visitor that arrived after a 12 hour flight...
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    Can I Explain My ADN Grades to Schools I Apply to?

    JustBeachyNurse replied to zoa190's topic in General Students

    That is going to hurt your chances for admission than a
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    Home Health

    JustBeachyNurse replied to tlovella20's topic in Private Duty

    Do physicians offices even hire LPNs? Many hire APN & medical
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    Can I Explain My ADN Grades to Schools I Apply to?

    JustBeachyNurse replied to zoa190's topic in General Students

    Are your grade reports on a numerical OT on a 4point scale? My school had similar grading but our grade reports and transcripts were 92.8% not
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    School Bus Tragedy

    JustBeachyNurse replied to fawnmarie's topic in School

    Its the south. Metropolitan has a whole different meaning hang in
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    I broke my toe and can't tolerate a shoe... now what to wear?

    JustBeachyNurse replied to Oedgar's topic in Health, Stress Management

    Considering this occurred over two years ago and the OP responded that Crocs worked for her employment situation. Most nurses cannot wear slippers in any work
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    School Bus Tragedy

    JustBeachyNurse replied to fawnmarie's topic in School

    Big or small town doesn't lessen the tragic loss of any child's life. Two weeks ago an 11 year old beautiful musician was buried by her parents and siblings after a rapidly professing infection (ID...
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    Catching something from patients?

    JustBeachyNurse replied to Peteypab's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    More susceptible in the public especially cramped areas such as public transportation. What chronic illness do you think you might
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    Will volunteering help with finding a job as new grad?

    JustBeachyNurse replied to Neywel120's topic in General Nursing

    Not likely in many facilities . New volunteers are often assigned to non patient/staff areas such as the gift shop or
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    How to endorse my NY license in Puerto Rico.

    JustBeachyNurse replied to EdMFace's topic in US Territories, Puerto Rico

    You can't. Unlike other territories, PR doesn't use the NCLEX. There is no endorsement. Just like in the US, with the exception of nursing license compact states each state has its own requirements...
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    I applied for financial aid but don't really need it?

    JustBeachyNurse replied to Nursing pursuit's topic in General Students

    You simply decline the award when you get the letter from the financial aid office. Amount under dependent does not need to be expended before getting access to higher amounts often available for...