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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    Discrimination against learning disabilities

    JustBeachyNurse replied to MarineRN1's topic in Nurse Disabilities

    Then perhaps you should have requested to not take two accelerated courses together as an accommodation. Again what accommodations/modifications did the office of student disabilities put in your...
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    Help!! Looking for a RN job in NY

    JustBeachyNurse replied to Supenurse's topic in New York Nursing

    Are you only limiting your search to hospitals? Try outpatient, acute rehab, subacute rehab, long term care, LTACH. Do you have a BSN? If not that can be a big barrier in a competitive area like
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    So fed up with my coworker

    JustBeachyNurse replied to Rainy day RN's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Asking your coworker why she doesn't pick up more shifts is absolutely offensive and absolutely none of your business. Complain to management that she won't cover your day after Thanksgiving that YOU...
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    IELTS UKVI, CBT Exam (UK)

    JustBeachyNurse replied to chiriraaay's topic in Nurse Registration

    There are a multitude of threads in the world nursing section under nurse registration discussing the registration requirements of the NMC for IEN. And several threads regarding immigration and visas...
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    Are the pts in the ICU mostly unconscious?

    JustBeachyNurse replied to Philly85's topic in Critical Care

    Have you ever been in or visited an ICU? Not everyone is unconscious and patients are even discharged right from the ICU. There are MANY nonverbal ways to communicate. You have a lot to learn as a...
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    So fed up with my coworker

    JustBeachyNurse replied to Rainy day RN's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Exactly. OP you are projecting your problems on to a per diem employee who IS meeting their obligations and has no obligation to switch shifts with you. Did you ask for the day after thanksgiving off...
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    So fed up with my coworker

    JustBeachyNurse replied to Rainy day RN's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    She has a full time job not that it's your business--raising her children. Why does it matter to you that her lifestyle puts her children first and work per diem? Perhaps her family financial planning...
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    So fed up with my coworker

    JustBeachyNurse replied to Rainy day RN's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    PRN does not at the request of FT employees. Shes meeting her responsibilities working ONE shift a month just not the shift you want covered. Why is hosting a big family dinner at home any less valid...
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    Discrimination against learning disabilities

    JustBeachyNurse replied to MarineRN1's topic in Nurse Disabilities

    Did you self-identify as a student with a disability to the office of student disabilities at your school? If not, you are out of options. If you did what are the accommodations and modifications...
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    Experienced nurses help- heparin subq question....

    JustBeachyNurse replied to IHeartPeds87's topic in Medical-Surgical

    You are supposed to contact the prescribing physician for give or hold
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    Discrimination against learning disabilities

    JustBeachyNurse replied to MarineRN1's topic in Nurse Disabilities

    What resources do you think you need that were not
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    Nursing school in Spain in Spanish

    JustBeachyNurse replied to theniknik's topic in General World

    ABSN is unique to the
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    CNA to RN

    JustBeachyNurse replied to Rossy o's topic in General Students

    You need to inquire with the school. I do no know what novas
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    UNSCHEDULING my NCLEX exam due delayed passport (because of my stupidity)

    JustBeachyNurse replied to Carendawn's topic in Nurse Registration

    Exactly. You can reschedule. If you do not attempt the exam before December 22 you will be marked as a no show with no refund and your BoN notified (mostly so they can authorize a new ATT) you may...
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    How long does it take to receive RN license in NJ?

    JustBeachyNurse replied to VU RN BSN's topic in New Jersey Nursing

    Anyone successful in getting a license from the BoN already had an application in process and fingerprint/background check complete. Check the BoN website I heard they were offering temporary practice...
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    How long does it take to receive RN license in NJ?

    JustBeachyNurse replied to VU RN BSN's topic in New Jersey Nursing

    Going in person will not expedite the process. It may delay as your paper application will have to be manually enter and then QC'd by a second person before they can even start the process. Applying...
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    UNSCHEDULING my NCLEX exam due delayed passport (because of my stupidity)

    JustBeachyNurse replied to Carendawn's topic in Nurse Registration

    BoN eligibility and ATT validity are not the same. Once you register and obtain your ATT in order to extend your scheduling you would need to cancel for a fee and reapply to PV and pay another $200...
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    CNA to RN

    JustBeachyNurse replied to Rossy o's topic in General Students

    3-5 years depending on whether you enter an associates, diploma or bachelor's program. Whether you have any existing college credits that can be applied to pre-or co-requisite requirements. Plus...
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    Took nclex rn today - certain I've failed

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

    The OP passed. Why are you certain you failed without accurate results from quick results or your
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    Instructor accidentally gave me a high mark on an exam

    JustBeachyNurse replied to JacquelineJax's topic in Canada Nursing Programs

    Your honesty and integrity will be remembered in the long run. While this is a short term loss if you end up on the edge of a grade your instructors will remember this and tip it in your favor. Cry...
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    Is it possible to get out of a signed contract if a nurse doesn't like her job.

    JustBeachyNurse replied to VKALA's topic in General Nursing

    Define "don't like the job". If poor work environment. Promises made/contracted and not kept? Or your expectations were not met by reality (you didn't realize job expectations
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    Supplies

    JustBeachyNurse replied to muirite's topic in Home Health

    Call the office. Most companies prohibit the use of personal devices for patient documentation without additional security measures. Many use iPad or iPad mini issued by the company and enable camera...
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    Can you work at a hospital with a GED after getting your CNA?

    JustBeachyNurse replied to christinamiller12322's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Yes you can. You will have a diploma I assume by the time you are ready to apply. Most job descriptions say HS diploma or
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    Supplies

    JustBeachyNurse replied to muirite's topic in Home Health

    It's not uncommon to use photos to document a complicated wound. I've seen it most common in a setting where documenting skin upon admission and if sent out upon return. I've never heard it mandated...
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    11 year old with constant nausea

    JustBeachyNurse replied to valinsd's topic in Gastroenterology

    Get copies of your results and get another opinion. There are quite a few pediatric hospitals with outstanding GI departments CHLA, CHoP, Mass General, Boston Childrens, Tufts, Rainbow, Cincinnati...