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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    Long gap btwn BSN graduation and NCLEX

    Most BoN specify in their application or state laws. Some states have no restrictions others are 3 years max post graduation. Statistically the further from graduation the lower potential to pass...
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    Can I be a nurse anesthetist?

    Are you in the UK? Are CRNA
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    Finished first year of RN school. Should I take the NCLEX-PN?

    NJ & TX and other states do not only graduates of schools of practical nursing are
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    U.K. Nurse Cgfns USA

    Some can find classes to secure the needed clinical & theory courses it's not easy or low cost but it is
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    U.K. Nurse Cgfns USA

    US nurses are generalist trained with all state boards of nursing require clinical & theory in adult, geriatric, mental health, pediatrics, & obstetrics/maternity. Whereas UK nurses are...
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    When NOT to test for CDiff?

    Correct. What are the risk factors for c
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    When NOT to test for CDiff?

    What do you think? Will there be formed stools with clear liquid? What are enteral feeding composed
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    Finished first year of RN school. Should I take the NCLEX-PN?

    Most home health agencies require nurses to have 1-2 years experience as a nurse. Some will hire anyone with a pulse. It's $200 for the exam plus whatever your state charges for the application...
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    So I kind of messed up

    And honesty and a positive reputation has worked to your advantage! Congratulations. Now you know. It will cost you for the drug tests moving forward but you have learned your lesson and perhaps can...
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    Took exam today for third time

    You can't in CA. Once you pass you have to wait for the notification then pay the $150 initial license fee before you will have a license
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    Took exam today for third time

    You only have one more day for an accurate pass/fail
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    Took exam today for third time

    It's not been 24
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    35 page review??

    Click on link then click on link in the post that comes
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    Took exam today for third time

    That's the registration pop up. It's a trick without
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    35 page review??

    It's linked in the post right above yours. This is an internationally read public forum you may wish to reconsider leaving your email
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    Took exam today for third time

    Nope. Since 2014 everyone goes to CC page. You must risk being charged (changing expiration date won't work) to attempt the
  17. Correct. Only permanent residents of compact states are afforded multi-state compact privilege. LPN does not qualify for most work
  18. That seems excessive for cost. Have you tried talking with an admissions or nursing program advisor at ISU to get the best answer? I know one person who graduated in an accepted state and was very...
  19. Isn't 92 credits inclusive of all pre and co
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    Hipaa violation

    Is she attempting to slander you in retaliation? Contact your malpractice carrier and employer now. You may need a lawyer to send a cease and
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    Reverse HIPAA

    Why would the friend not reveal "two key
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    May Is Mental Health Awareness Month

    I think the most heartbreaking lately is those with oft "invisible" developmental disabilities like autism that have mental illness or psychiatric crisis. My state has just expanded the services for...
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    LVN to RN

    CABRN reportedly no longer accepts online/hybrid or distance programs. So ISU & Excelsior are out. The CABRN has a list of approved programs
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    Am I ready for nursing school?

    You already know you need to wait and get yourself together
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    So I kind of messed up

    Good luck. Listen. Take notes. Think about your options (if given any) and then