NRSKarenRN BSN, RN

Vents, Telemetry, Home Care, Home infusion

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    The Trump Thread

    NRSKarenRN replied to Tweety's topic in U.S. Politics's Talk Politics

    Trump has no understanding of the word RESPECT unless it's about
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    California Nursing License McGill University

    NRSKarenRN replied to AllyMcDonald's topic in General Nursing

    See previous threads https://allnurses.com/california-educational-requirements-state-t762126/?page=2 Is it possible to be completely Barred from certain states because of the school you went...
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    Passed RN in 2008

    NRSKarenRN replied to Sathyalakshmi Suga's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Pearson View brochure -Exam Results: How to Receive Results & Retake Details may offer you
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    Can I Challenge the NCLEX-RN with a Bachelor's in Medicine and Surgery?

    NRSKarenRN replied to Angus Crustle's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Most boards of nursing require GRADUATION from a NURSING program in order to take NCLEX licensing exam. They require education in geriatrics, medical-surgical, mental health/psychiatric nursing,...
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    This was interesting in the news today...

    NRSKarenRN replied to toomuchbaloney's topic in U.S. Politics's Talk Politics

    Not surprising -- going after Liz Cheney. Will contribute to her defense fund once set up. Fox news 12/17/24 FBi should probe 'potential' Liz Cheney 'witness tampering' in Jan 6 matter,...
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    IV bags with foil

    NRSKarenRN replied to Jackie Saunders's topic in General Nursing

    Tamper resistant foil seals are used to cover IV bag medication ports after a medication has been added by pharmacy. IV tubing spike port is usually separate, if covered by foil tab remove it. In...
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    OIG exclusion

    NRSKarenRN replied to RoyalKann's topic in General Nursing

    One can search allnurses for previous threads about OIG exclusions list https://allnurses.com/oig-exclusion-list-t762277/ https://allnurses.com/lvn-felony-find-job-t760255/#comment-8191157...
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    This was interesting in the news today...

    NRSKarenRN replied to toomuchbaloney's topic in U.S. Politics's Talk Politics

    Children's Hospital of Philadelphia Vaccine Ingredients:
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    English test

    NRSKarenRN replied to Jiyeon's topic in Nurse Registration

    2016 Maryland BON regulations Licensing § 8-302. Qualifications of applicants does not specify English language competency exam companies. An internet search did not reveal 2016 companies....
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    English test

    NRSKarenRN replied to Jiyeon's topic in Nurse Registration

    Best to contact NY state regarding which English Proficiency exam you took in 2016:
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    I want a future where all nurses have science degrees and are not mean girls

    NRSKarenRN replied to RitzyCinnamonRoll's topic in Crusty Old Bats's Chatter

    I've had a BSN since 1982 so biased on subject: Out of our class of 25, 4 were men. Hope to see that be 50/50 by 2030.
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    Can chart audits be a HIPAA violation?

    NRSKarenRN replied to George001's topic in General Nursing

    Always good to go to the healthcare law to confirm whats permissible. HHS: Understanding Some of HIPAA's Permitted Uses and Disclosures I've done chart audits since the 90's in hospital...
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    RN working as PSW Ontario

    NRSKarenRN replied to LovelyLMF's topic in Canada

    That is an employer based decision, ask
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    Regarding release of RN license

    NRSKarenRN replied to Humble Angel's topic in New York Nursing

    See:
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    58 yrs old with inactive license x 11 yrs, no computer skills, ADN, needs work

    NRSKarenRN replied to Nurse Beth's topic in Career Advice Column

    Second checking job retraining programs in your state. In PA. most community colleges offer intro computer/keyboarding courses. Example: Delaware County Community College computer training courses...
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    Transferring NY NCLEX/license to BC, Canada

    NRSKarenRN replied to Nancy Florence's topic in Canada

    In what country was your basic nursing education obtained? Did you obtain a US license after passing NCLEX? If in the United States, would be considered an IEN: Internationally educated nurse...
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    California educational requirements - out of state absn

    NRSKarenRN replied to Murseca's topic in General Students

    See CA BON regs § 1426. Required Curriculum effective 7/1/2024. Best wishes in your
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    Titratable Medication Charting

    NRSKarenRN replied to Moe12PMs's topic in Patient Medications

    Bump...Hope an ICU RN can offer advice to this scenario as important
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    CNA

    NRSKarenRN replied to Brenda Warren's topic in Nurse Entrepreneurs, Innovators

    Understand NJ Regulations Certified Homemaker-Home Health Aides pg.85 Quick start guide Home Health Aides -starting a business Starter Kit: Home Health Aide These links can...
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    Frequent Fliers

    NRSKarenRN replied to nurse__ab19's topic in School

    Above members offered their usual great advice. Camp nurse chiming in --found that Peppermint puffs that melt in your mouth worked better than tums to settle upset stomachs/stop vomiting for...
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    Vent Training

    NRSKarenRN replied to pacosgro's topic in General Nursing

    FYI, some countries do not have the position/career of Respiratory Therapist. Registered Nurses provide the vent setup and maintenance. I took a Respiratry ICU course in 1979 after a ventilator...
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    Nurse from Kenya failed NCLEX times 2 in Texas, wants to test in Arizona

    NRSKarenRN replied to Nurse Beth's topic in Career Advice Column

    Hope you have read AZ Board of Nursing Regulation info 32-1634.01. Qualifications of international registered nurses; application for license; examination Rules:...
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    Home health nursing under MA ?s

    NRSKarenRN replied to BirdieBird's topic in General Nursing

    These are starting points for you: Understand Wisconsin Medicaid Services programs See Wisconsin Provider Enrollment Information Under DHS 105.16  Home Health Agencies: Rules...
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    Holidays

    NRSKarenRN replied to upstatejj's topic in General Nursing

    Explain
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    Endorsing from Idaho with ABSN?

    NRSKarenRN replied to ScubaRN26's topic in California Nursing

    Clinical hours are the same --they just removed science lab for out of state nurses Best to email the CA BON if you have any other