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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    LPN to RN Program

    JustBeachyNurse replied to sheenamaedc's topic in LPN to RN

    If you took individual collegiate classes they may transfer. If you went to a votech and A&P, micro and nutrition were integrated into the PN program they are not college credits that transfer....
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    LPN to RN Program

    JustBeachyNurse replied to sheenamaedc's topic in LPN to RN

    If you took individual collegiate classes they transfer. If you went to a votech and A&P, micro and nutrition were integrated into the PN program they are not college credits that
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    Filipino nurse registration in Texas

    JustBeachyNurse replied to adnam09's topic in Nurse Registration

    Where do you wish to live and work? If TX apply to TX. If NY apply to
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    LPN to RN Program

    JustBeachyNurse replied to sheenamaedc's topic in LPN to RN

    Most PN classes are not at the collegiate level and don't
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    Alternative ways to get into a provider role?

    JustBeachyNurse replied to Lemon Bars's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    Those who work under standing protocols still require consultation with a licensed provider (flight nurse, radiology tech, paramedic, school nurse, any non APN registered or practical nurse)....
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    Reported for this?

    JustBeachyNurse replied to smartnurse1982's topic in Private Duty

    No. Epic is like that I know at least 3 others are NOT. Epic is a company owned by Webster Capital (capital investment group) Webster Capital Big M is privately owned and doesn't appear to be owned by...
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    Reported for this?

    JustBeachyNurse replied to smartnurse1982's topic in Private Duty

    I was picking random numbers. And kangaroo pump bags come in 1000 and 500mL. 500mL is more common in
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    Reported for this?

    JustBeachyNurse replied to smartnurse1982's topic in Private Duty

    In that case you document rate and route and note in report/narrative who started/prepared feed. Upon arrival, parent reports prepared feed as per orders (specify orders or whatever parent states) ,...
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    Reported for this?

    JustBeachyNurse replied to smartnurse1982's topic in Private Duty

    Then you seek support and clarification from the supervisor. Ask in the morning then. So I just want to get this right, "is this the current formula mixture..." Problem solved you have a parental...
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    teenagers and pot

    JustBeachyNurse replied to nursingaround1's topic in General Nursing

    Medical marajuana is accepted for cancer treatment induced nausea and anorexia. It helps lessen the adverse effects and symptoms but does not treat the cancer. Perhaps this is the misunderstanding of...
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    Packing strips

    JustBeachyNurse replied to muirite's topic in General Nursing

    Sounds like you may have been referred to a non-skilled or HHA supervising agency rather than skilled home
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    How do you stand the boredom?

    JustBeachyNurse replied to lpn90425's topic in Private Duty

    School policy specifically prohibits as it's gotten out of hand with nurses overstepping bounds without knowing the diagnosis, care plan/orders, or medications of the student. The school nurse has the...
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    How to get the most out of the allnurses website??!

    JustBeachyNurse replied to FutureSuccessStory19's topic in General Students

    It's a professional forum for nurses and students. Know that this is readable worldwide and not everyone is a nurse or student. Know this. Most common are in controversial threads. Some are obvious...
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    Reported for this?

    JustBeachyNurse replied to smartnurse1982's topic in Private Duty

    Also before reporting to the BoN your supervisor should be contacting the provider ASAP. Elecare is specifically for EE & multiple food allergies especially cows milk. There are whey protein based...
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    Reported for this?

    JustBeachyNurse replied to smartnurse1982's topic in Private Duty

    Then I know what agency you are working for. They are doing a lot of clean up and image repair right now. But the company is investor/venture capitalist owned so know
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    Accredited nursing schools by ACEN and/or CCNE

    JustBeachyNurse replied to lene2sweet's topic in General Students

    And that's were I get confused and shouldn't post on the run. Ever since NLNAC changed their name I mix them up. And that's why multiple responses are always good. Of note many PN programs don't...
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    Accredited nursing schools by ACEN and/or CCNE

    JustBeachyNurse replied to lene2sweet's topic in General Students

    You won't find a single ACEN accredited ASN program ever as ACEN only accredits BSN or
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    icu?

    JustBeachyNurse replied to Momof8CNA's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Then inquire. A good unit clerk is worth gold. Some facilities have dual role unit clerk (secretary that is a CNA and can help when
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    Reported for this?

    JustBeachyNurse replied to smartnurse1982's topic in Private Duty

    I watch the one mom prepare the formula at the start of my shift. Ignorance is no defense especially when it comes to Medicaid fraud. No one ever asked? Why sign if you didn't ask? We had a family...
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    LPN to RN at Ocean County and working

    JustBeachyNurse replied to dsanto3's topic in New Jersey Nursing

    The national standard is 12 credit hours per semester for full time student
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    Home care nurse needs serious advise re ? abused dog

    JustBeachyNurse replied to nurse4sale's topic in Home Health

    My old chihuahua preferred his crate. He'd actually go in and close the door behind him. He'd go nuts if you locked him out of his cage! He was an odd dog though. My current dog sometimes prefers her...
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    How do you stand the boredom?

    JustBeachyNurse replied to lpn90425's topic in Private Duty

    All it takes is one nurse to overstep their boundary for a school to implement that. I've seen PDN argue with teachers and therapists about the way they were doing their job. I suspect my one case may...
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    Art supplies: where to get them?

    JustBeachyNurse replied to OwlNation's topic in Psychiatric

    Dollar Tree, Big Lots, oriental trading or teacher supply stores. AC More, Michaels, Joanne, Hobby Lobby may have bulk discounts
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    icu?

    JustBeachyNurse replied to Momof8CNA's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Pretty much. Most of the care in the ICU is provided by the RNs and speciality team (respiratory, etc). Very few ICUs use CNA's or techs but will fully utilize a unit
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    Reported for this?

    JustBeachyNurse replied to smartnurse1982's topic in Private Duty

    If a parent wants to prepare formula inconsistent with the 485 then the 485 is changed to parent prepares formula and yes agency policy can have parent pour the formula to administer. Parents wanted...