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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    Challenge Nursing Board?

    JustBeachyNurse replied to cjohnMEDIC's topic in General Nursing

    Excelsior will admit qualified military medics for an associates in nursing which gives eligibility to sit for the NCLEX-RN in most, not all, states. CA does not recognize graduates from Excelsior....
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    CNA/LVN Method 3 License Transfer

    JustBeachyNurse replied to tlklvn13's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Unless your method 3 was from equivalent coursework most bridge programs won't consider a nurse who did not complete & graduate from a vocational nursing program. The only method 3 LVNs I've...
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    Ohio LPN with ACLS certification

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

    No. Lawriter - OAC ACLS is irrelevant and not a substitute for LPN-IV. Only LPN-IV can basically run fluids and antibiotics in consultation with an RN and only on patients age
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    Ohio LPN with ACLS certification

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

    Not unless the BoN deems it within the LPN scope of practice. ACLS course completion card is
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    Our Lady of Lourdes RN program

    JustBeachyNurse replied to bmcg88's topic in New Jersey Nursing

    With online transcripts and the ability to search financial aid online the odds of getting caught now are significantly higher than 5-10 years
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    Seeking advice for an NCLEX applicant newly diagnosed with retinal detachment

    JustBeachyNurse replied to Mishey2's topic in Nurse Disabilities

    He didn't lie at the time of application. Once he has definitive diagnostic and prognosis answers he can then notify the BoN (and if he needs testing accommodations contact
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    Agency for LPN job?

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

    Agency is for experienced nurses. They are staffing needs at facilities who are expecting experienced nurses. This is not a head hunter who is working on the applicsny's behalf. As s new grad you need...
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    CNAs sleeping on the job... What can I do as a new nurse?

    JustBeachyNurse replied to jessica0rae's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Absolutely positively false. You work under your own license. Period. The only way you or your supervisors license is in jeopardy is if they inappropriately delegate a task out of the practice
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    Achieve Test Prep

    JustBeachyNurse replied to FLORIDA LPN 7's topic in Excelsior College

    The classes are not credit courses they are test prep classes to take the 'challenge' exams at Excelsior College and reportedly possibly ISU. The credits earned if you pass the exam would be granted...
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    Tube feedings: To pause or not to pause?

    JustBeachyNurse replied to melisach19's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    I thought the same but my letter P isn't working nice. Enteral is GT JT NGT NDT NJT
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    Cerritos College Bridge

    JustBeachyNurse replied to Megruca15's topic in School, College Programs

    Call the school and
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    Tube feedings: To pause or not to pause?

    JustBeachyNurse replied to melisach19's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    Considering the original oster poster hasn't been back since November 2016 I would hope the paper has been completed and graded by now. But good
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    CNAs sleeping on the job... What can I do as a new nurse?

    JustBeachyNurse replied to jessica0rae's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Exactly. Unless you delegated a task to a CNA who is actively
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    Is $40 Grand too much for an Associate Degree...

    JustBeachyNurse replied to WCSU1987's topic in General Students

    If you already have a Bachelors you will be ineligible for Pell grant. Same if you have too many attempt/completed undergrad credits. Your loan options will be limited also regardless of what you used...
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    Nurses who fail pre employment and employment drug test

    JustBeachyNurse replied to JustANormalGirl's topic in HIPAA Challenges

    You're wrong. Positive drug tests for pilots, drivers of buses, trains, trucks all reportable. Do you think a physician positive for cocaine or opiates is not reportable? It's not a criminal report...
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    Nurses who fail pre employment and employment drug test

    JustBeachyNurse replied to JustANormalGirl's topic in HIPAA Challenges

    HIPAA does not apply as medical insurance is not involved. Healthcare facilities are mandated reporters to the BoN as matter of public
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    Noncompliant and hostile patient- where is the line drawn?!

    JustBeachyNurse replied to WyoRN192224's topic in Home Health

    She said she no longer wants you as her nurse. Generally that = you can't abandon someone who fired
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    Order for Assessment?

    JustBeachyNurse replied to James613's topic in Private Duty

    and without an order what do you do with an out of range
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    Bridge from Lpn to Rn

    JustBeachyNurse replied to inayah2003's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Except that's not an online bridge program from their website "Achieve Test Prep is a college education consultant and test preparation center that helps you earn your degree faster. Achieve Test Prep...
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    Hiring an RN into private practice

    JustBeachyNurse replied to curiousMD's topic in General Nursing

    Consider subcontracting a PMHAPN(psych advance practice nurse) and a licensed clinician (LPC, LCSW) or two who can be credebtialed to bill insurance. Perhaps in exchange for office space to expand...
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    NJ Nurse Licensure by Endorsement (Reciprocity)

    JustBeachyNurse replied to Ohwey's topic in Nurse Registration

    NJ requires demonstration of English language proficiency via one of a few exams including
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    Hiring an RN into private practice

    JustBeachyNurse replied to curiousMD's topic in General Nursing

    An EMT won't be able to do this. Salary no benefits too low for most nurses. Maybe a medical
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    Need advice on ethics

    JustBeachyNurse replied to AWorley80's topic in HIPAA Challenges

    The only ethical reason to take such a photo would be by police or investigators who brought an unknown person to a facility. There is exactly zero valid reason for the actions of the CNA. It's...
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    Unfair Fundamentals Clinical Testing?

    JustBeachyNurse replied to jbernardo's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    Neither. Refunds are for students who withdraw before school starts. Incomplete is not for students that fail the same clinical skills exam twice. I'm stuck on enema bag forced to work as primary...
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    Friending patient families on social media?

    JustBeachyNurse replied to Missie Hannie's topic in NICU, Neonatal

    Just say no. Not a HIPAA issue but may violate hospital policy. Ignore