NRSKarenRN BSN, RN

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    Does a non-practicing Ontario nursing license count as an "active licence"

    NRSKarenRN replied to llamaaaaa's topic in General Nursing

    Yes, list it as an active license as it is will state Non Practicing when Maryland receives verification due to your move to the US. If there is any place on license application to note...
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    The Trump Thread

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

    Sigh... when are the CONSEQUENCES for the TFG actions going to occur? Legal folks saying he has no appeal of this scheduling decision at current time. His lawyer Lauro cut off by Judge Chutkan,...
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    As an LVN with a long absence, how do I return to nursing?

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

    See CA BON list of Nurse Refresher courses as way to freshen your skills. Best wishes in rejoining active nursing
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    Physical Assault by Patient

    NRSKarenRN replied to Kitkit24's topic in General Nursing

    Call your facilities Employee Assistance Program hotline today-- most have 24hr services and can refer you to mental health debriefing today to begin emotional healing post this attack. {{{ HUG...
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    Re entering work force

    NRSKarenRN replied to Kg2374's topic in General Nursing

    CA BON has a list of RN Refresher Courses available in CA and other
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    The election 2024 Thread

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

    Gee my local newspaper opinion staff also found Nicki Halley best at the debate. Found their commentary interesting. "America ready for a woman President": Philadelphia Inquirer Opinion 8/23/23...
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    The Trump Thread

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

    Checking Zillow just now, showed Mar A Largo offmarket, worth, 24 million. My neighborhood with recent home sales as Seniors died/moved. Surprised that homes around me going for $400-500,000+ in...
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    Signing Home Care Orders NP

    NRSKarenRN replied to NPJGQ's topic in California Nursing

    Times have changed! Prior to March 1, 2020 Medicare certified home heath agencies were required to follow MEDICARE regulations which didn't permit NP's signing admission and recertification...
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    Unsafe Interventional Radiology Practice

    NRSKarenRN replied to ElleFur's topic in General Nursing

    What is your state BON regs/position re conscious sedation??? Make sure your malpractice insurance is up to date. SO many RED flags here, skating on thin ice. RN staff should demand a meeting to...
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    Scared

    NRSKarenRN replied to Sc8red's topic in Nurses Recovery

    Allnurses Recovery forum filled with helpful advice and members stories of recovery and resuming a nursing career. (((HUGS))) getting through the days ahead. If you have malpractice insurance,...
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    The election 2024 Thread

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

    I watched the entire debate. Pence made some very strong points, performed better than expected. Nikki Halley took on Ramaswamy re his Israel and Ukraine/Putin comments- "stop funding Ukraine war...
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    Multistate nursing license update in PA

    NRSKarenRN posted a topic in Nursing News

    From PA Dept. of State 8/22/23 email: Follow PA BON Nurse Licensure Compact section for further details. Plan to apply for multistate next PA license renewal due 4/30/2024. Gotta get...
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    Multistate nursing license update in PA

    NRSKarenRN replied to NRSKarenRN's topic in Nursing News

    Pennsylvania nurses have petitioned BON and our legislators FOR YEARS to get PA BON to join the compact. Lots of hard work to get this achieved. Philadelphia Inquirer 8/22/202i3 Shapiro...
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    Study.com credits

    NRSKarenRN replied to cappuccino22's topic in General Nursing

    Many community colleges offer online Micro with lab, required for CA BON. Search "community college Microbiology online" Los Angeles city college offers such a
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    Learning IV Skills Outside of My Job

    NRSKarenRN replied to Brae30's topic in General Nursing

    Amazon offers several "IV insertion practice kit nursing" about $100 that includes practice device and CD education. You can search online for IV education courses offered in your area; one I took 30...
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    What caught your attention in the world today?

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

    Since facts matter... CNN 8/21/23 'As long as it takes’: Biden vows support for fire-ravaged Maui as search efforts continue...
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    International College if Health Sciences

    NRSKarenRN replied to SFBayAreaLVN's topic in Florida Nursing

    One can check FL NCLEX quarterly scores and BON program approval status: https://floridasnursing.gov/education-and-training-programs/ International College if Health Sciences ADN: Pass rate...
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    1,500+ Nurses at Robert Wood Johnson Univ. Hospital, NJ approve strike to begin 8/4/2023

    NRSKarenRN replied to NRSKarenRN's topic in Collective Bargaining, Union

    Strike now in 3rd week as political support for the striking nurses continues to grow. Week Two: Support for Striking RWJUH Nurses Grows Rep. Pallone Brings Support, Hope to Striking...
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    Staff Nurse I position vs new grad for Sutter Health?

    NRSKarenRN replied to sensher's topic in General Nursing

    Staff 1 is starting point for new grads. Go for
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    2 times failed NCLEX...need tips please

    NRSKarenRN replied to lori_lewis's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Tons of advice in Allnurses NCLEX
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    Anyone ever had an accusation from the BRN and nothing come of it?

    NRSKarenRN replied to NewNurs2020's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    Yes, nurses have received no BON actions when their investigation into a spousal complaint is unfounded. You need to ensure that your lawyer has experience dealing with board of nursing for your...
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    The Trump Thread

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

    The Guardian: Giuliani visited Mar-a-Lago seeking help paying 'ballooning' legal fees 2019 CNN The precipitous fall of America's
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    The Trump Thread

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

    Well Trumps FINALLY listening to his lawyers and cancelling conference " to present info in Federal Court" https://post.news/@/gtconway3d/2U9wjuZVD6epemKZRfe4kyG7shU or did the remaining...
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    President Biden thread

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

    Decency in the White House... One last visit: President Biden pays respects to former Pa. first lady Ellen Casey Ellen Casey, the former first lady of Pennsylvania, died last week at
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    PA BON nightmare

    NRSKarenRN replied to zephyr9's topic in Pennsylvania Nursing

    NY not part of the compact. PA in process of implimentation: my name and PA/NJ/DE license status all seen at Nursys.com now with PA remaining