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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    Should I look for a sponsor first Vs take nclex test before working in Michigan?

    JustBeachyNurse replied to maha shehadeh's topic in International Nursing

    You do not apply for the NCLEX. You apply for a nursing license by examination as an internationally educated nurse. No employer is going to consider a candidate without a US nursing license nor is...
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    Still waiting for Bvnpt's mail

    JustBeachyNurse replied to lmrn8's topic in Nurse Registration

    International candidates take longer due to a thorough assessment. Applying online will only cost you an additional $200. It's been longer than 8 weeks now BVNPT - Frequently Asked Questions Did you...
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    Scared took my nclex today!

    JustBeachyNurse replied to lou000's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Walk away from the computer. Take a nap. Watch tv. Get a hair cut. Go shopping. Anything to take your mind off what you cannot change. If you passed suffering post allergic reaction then all the more...
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    Loans and Excelsior Enrollment

    JustBeachyNurse replied to livinurse's topic in Excelsior College

    Maybe. It ain't easy being green. Gotta love
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    FENS Refresher Course

    JustBeachyNurse replied to forevertravelin's topic in Nurse Registration

    FENS if you haven't practiced (for pay) as a registered nurse in the past 4 years. But only the BoN can say die certain You are only eligible for a compact multi state license if you live in TX and...
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    1/16 What I learned this week: Siamese Twins be Pimpin'

    JustBeachyNurse replied to ixchel's topic in General Nursing

    1 infants are amazing can go from HR's in 200's to 90's in a minute once all comfy (I'm a mean nurse that changes soaked diapers overnight and I have the audacity to put the pants back on!) 2. Infants...
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    Loans and Excelsior Enrollment

    JustBeachyNurse replied to livinurse's topic in Excelsior College

    The rules changed relatively recently. Previously only scheduled courses (online or in person qualified). There is a way to qualify for deferment now but you need to contact FA frog. I apologize for...
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    LVN to RN BSN

    JustBeachyNurse replied to FFerrer90's topic in LPN to RN

    No. You take challenge exams in part one. Then there is the FCCA which is an online course. You finish with a 3 day clinical proficiency in nursing examination which is an in person challenge to prove...
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    New grad RN from Canada seeking US work

    JustBeachyNurse replied to aikofaith's topic in Immigration Advice

    DepressedRN got a job. all hope is not lost. The areas seeking non US new grads are doing so because many US nurses know better than to work in those areas. Or the areas are remote/rural. Or they...
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    Scared took my nclex today!

    JustBeachyNurse replied to lou000's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Most feel like they failed. Did you create a targeted study plan/remediation based upon your strengths and weaknesses outlined in your candidate performance report? I don't recommend trying the PVT...
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    Still waiting for Bvnpt's mail

    JustBeachyNurse replied to lmrn8's topic in Nurse Registration

    You are an IEN the assessment takes significantly longer. Try emailing the international assessment analysts? From what I understand they rarely return the postcards now that the applications are...
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    Still waiting for Bvnpt's mail

    JustBeachyNurse replied to lmrn8's topic in Nurse Registration

    Did you email? Are you a CA graduate VN? International graduate? Endorsing from another
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    How do I find a nurse years later??

    JustBeachyNurse replied to ORLemonTart's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    Good luck but be prepared that your records may be inaccessible if they even still
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    LVN to RN BSN

    JustBeachyNurse replied to FFerrer90's topic in LPN to RN

    No. The only online LPN to BSN is ISU. Since LPN is vocational there are usually no college credits involved. You could do excelsior LPN to ASN (challenge exam) then do one of the dozens of RN to BSN...
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    IELTS UKVI

    JustBeachyNurse replied to allan_22's topic in Immigration Advice

    Your thread was moved to that
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    New grad RN from Canada seeking US work

    JustBeachyNurse replied to aikofaith's topic in Immigration Advice

    New grad market is not great. If you cannot drive your options are extremely limited as the areas with strong public transportation have the highest percentages of unemployed new grad nurses. I think...
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    Help! Desperate Canadian Nurse looking to move to the U.S

    JustBeachyNurse replied to Aloe_sky's topic in Nurse Registration

    Visa screen is useless without a US nursing license that can get you hired and a letter of employment to secure a TN visa (assuming you are a BScN/RN and a Canadian citizen). There are very few...
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    LVN to RN BSN

    JustBeachyNurse replied to FFerrer90's topic in LPN to RN

    The college network is not a school. It's a publishing company currently subject to a class action lawsuit in OH and under investigation by the FTC. All costs for their study materials are not...
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    Checks with no funds

    JustBeachyNurse replied to OCRN3's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    It's illegal to give bounced paycheck in nearly every state. Contact your state department of
  20. JustBeachyNurse

    Overtime pay

    JustBeachyNurse replied to millriders2's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Not according to federal law. RNs may qualify as exempt professionals. LPNs do not. Contact state labor board and file a
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    NY Dream

    JustBeachyNurse replied to majasarz's topic in Nurse Registration

    Did you apply to Pearson Vue and pay $200 registration fee. PV emails the ATT once authorized by the BoN assuming you submitted a completed application including mandated continuing education to the...
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    New grad LPN pay in NJ

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

    $18-22. Lots of LPNs few jobs less in private duty home health or outpatient office higher in LTC depending on
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    Dobutamine Drips at home

    JustBeachyNurse replied to ash12345's topic in Home Health

    In my area this would be managed by a home infusion company that would also handle the drugs & supplies. The skilled nursing would be done by the home health
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    Failed NCLEX twice now what do Ido?

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

    It's a book Priority Delegation & Assignment by Linda LaCharity,
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    Passed my NCLEX-RN with 75 questions

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

    Many offer short trials for free. UWorld is lower cost. NCSBN learningnext is $50 for 3