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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    US citizen taking Philippine NCLEX

    JustBeachyNurse replied to kma99's topic in Nurse Registration

    CGFNS is for those educated outside the US and is not dependent on what country you are a citizen of. CA does their own assessment and does not use CGFNS. You follow the instructions from the board...
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    DLSI

    JustBeachyNurse replied to pmaragh's topic in Excelsior College

    It's a third party publisher. They are neither affiliated with nor endorsed by Excelsior. If you are an independent learner its most economical to go directly through Excelsior. All costs are in...
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    Urgent dental needs

    JustBeachyNurse replied to middleagednurse's topic in Emergency

    Find out the county or state dental referral line. There is often a dental clinic associated with FQHC clinics. Any dental
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    Urgent dental needs

    JustBeachyNurse replied to middleagednurse's topic in Emergency

    When I worked ED the docs would give a long acting nerve block. Antibiotics if infection was evident and referral to the two dental clinics. One has a 6+ month waiting list the other is longer, both...
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    Gifts from students

    JustBeachyNurse replied to pistolchick's topic in School

    The only one getting a gift from my son this year is the school nurse. Gift card for the local convenience store good for fuel, coffee, snacks, lunch. She deserves
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    TBC patients, health check or no for staff?

    JustBeachyNurse replied to hybr1d's topic in General Nursing

    Go to occupational health. That is where you follow
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    Advice for after termination

    JustBeachyNurse replied to munchkins88's topic in Canada

    I don't believe the American Association of Nurse Attorneys makes referrals for those living and working in
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    LVN trying to get ER experience

    JustBeachyNurse replied to LaJollalove's topic in Travel

    There isn't much market for travel pediatric private duty nurses due to very low Medicaid reimbursement. Travel nurses are experienced (2+) years in the area they are placed. There are limited...
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    Controveral Topic: Using medications for studying and exams

    JustBeachyNurse replied to Volley88's topic in General Students

    Both drugs are prescription only controlled substances, it's illegal to obtain without a prescription in the
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    NJ Nurse Licensure by Endorsement (Reciprocity)

    JustBeachyNurse replied to Ohwey's topic in Nurse Registration

    NJ only accepts CGFNS. Joseph Silny & Assoc is accepted by
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    Grade confusion. Help pls.

    JustBeachyNurse replied to guest935762's topic in General Students

    And an apology? Kudos to you for keeping your cool though seething inside. Onward and
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    Court Appearance and Importance of Documentation

    JustBeachyNurse replied to Quantum Doctor's topic in General Nursing

    That makes no sense. Where is the evidence the work was done a year later. The opposing counsel must have a field day with that logic. My sister is s prosecutor. You would lose in court against her if...
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    Moving from California to south carolina

    JustBeachyNurse replied to Pebley83's topic in General Nursing

    The only state with mandated nurse: patient ratios for acute care is
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    Advice wanted, as an older RN student, what thing should I NOT do?

    JustBeachyNurse replied to hamsterwheel's topic in LPN to RN

    Not every school requires this. It's an option at quite a few schools to either start with advanced standing or start from day 1. There is no rule an LPN must
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    UK nurse to the USA

    JustBeachyNurse replied to katieg49's topic in Nurse Registration

    There is not an equivalent in the US. All nurses are generalist trained. You will be rejected by the BoN without a nursing school transcript that includes clinical & theory in adult med/surg,...
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    Why so rude?

    JustBeachyNurse replied to Theresa92's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Define rude. What made you feel that everyone was rude? What was the staff member doing when you asked questions? Were you to practice blood pressures on random
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    Does anyone know Spanish?

    JustBeachyNurse replied to mindofmidwifery's topic in General Students

    Look in the community & continuing education division for Spanish for healthcare professionals. 5 semesters of Spanish is a lot, but I'm of the opinion that no education is a
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    Court Appearance and Importance of Documentation

    JustBeachyNurse replied to Quantum Doctor's topic in General Nursing

    I can almost understand that thought process. But rancid fake coffee
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    LVN trying to get ER experience

    JustBeachyNurse replied to LaJollalove's topic in Travel

    Do you want to travel as an LVN to get ER
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    Does anyone know Spanish?

    JustBeachyNurse replied to mindofmidwifery's topic in General Students

    Most collegiate Spanish courses are not conversational. You want to seek out conversational Spanish, medical Spanish or practical Spanish for healthcare workers. Most college classes are basic...
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    Court Appearance and Importance of Documentation

    JustBeachyNurse replied to Quantum Doctor's topic in General Nursing

    Perfect answer when asked to comment on the choices of other staff member since you were only there to testify on your assessment and actions. I've heard soy milk, cow milk, but coffee mate? That's...
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    Alcohol consumption (in nursing school)

    JustBeachyNurse replied to Joe_Dignasio's topic in General Students

    Some schools in Utah are dry campuses and expect students to refrain while enrolled. It's a nonissue for many as abstinence from alcohol & caffeine are part of the local culture and religion....
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    Students without clothing

    JustBeachyNurse replied to NurseKitKat's topic in School

    The district was forced to hire an appropriate trained para in the one school. Some states with wraparound services allow for a Medicaid paid PCA to go to school with the child for ADLs and toileting....
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    NCLEX-PN results for Decemeber 2015 (California)

    JustBeachyNurse replied to KTr33's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Last posted BVNPT was working on late October/early November results. No license until you receive the pass letter, pay the initial licensing fee and its
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    Need Advice

    JustBeachyNurse replied to jimenezjo2's topic in School, College Programs

    Most ABSN programs are highly competitive accepting candidates with 3.7 and higher