Moving to Dallas area. How many patients you get on a tele floor.

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Hi, I am thinking to move to Dallas. I heard Rn gets like 7-8 patients daily in Texas. Is this true? Thank you very much. Ken

Specializes in Case mgmt., rehab, (CRRN), LTC & psych.

I've also heard that the working conditions in Austin tend to be nurse-friendly and progressive. While I've never worked there, I know it is a very beautiful city.

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Thank you, Commuter, Your answers are very helpful! I will check into Houston for more details. Thanks again! Ken

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I like Texas for its hopitality.

I like Texas for its decent houses.

I like Texas for its opportunities.

I dislike Texas for bad RN Pt Ratio.

I dislike Texas for being underpaid.

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After reading this thread, I am worried. I graduate in May 2009 and I plan on moving to the dallas area so my husband can have more job opportunities. Now I am worried we might need to discuss a change in plan.

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Specializes in Case mgmt., rehab, (CRRN), LTC & psych.
After reading this thread, I am worried. I graduate in May 2009 and I plan on moving to the dallas area so my husband can have more job opportunities. Now I am worried we might need to discuss a change in plan.
What specifically worries you?
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Our goal is to move out of the area we are in to have more opportunities for him. He does not know what direction he is wanting to go. He has a CDL, but here in wichita falls the the regional jobs are limited and really only accept experieinced drivers. I was under the impression that in the dallas area you could find jobs that pay top dollar for RNs and will do tuition reimbursment for ADN-BSN courses. I was wanting to possibly to that transition at UT in Tyler which isnt that far of a commute. I also do not want to be in bad working conditions. I am trying to get away from that here. They are working on improving the conditions here and building a new hospital that is due to open right around my graduation.

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Specializes in Case mgmt., rehab, (CRRN), LTC & psych.
Our goal is to move out of the area we are in to have more opportunities for him. He does not know what direction he is wanting to go. He has a CDL, but here in wichita falls the the regional jobs are limited and really only accept experieinced drivers. I was under the impression that in the dallas area you could find jobs that pay top dollar for RNs and will do tuition reimbursment for ADN-BSN courses. I was wanting to possibly to that transition at UT in Tyler which isnt that far of a commute. I also do not want to be in bad working conditions. I am trying to get away from that here. They are working on improving the conditions here and building a new hospital that is due to open right around my graduation.
The new grad RN pay for most Dallas area hospitals is about $23 hourly, and many offer tuition reimbursement for those who intend to pursue higher education.
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Specializes in Med/Surg, Acute Rehab.

Keep in mind, though, that Texas doesnt have a state or county income tax. In most states that comes to about 7.5% more taken out of your gross income.

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Keep in mind, though, that Texas doesnt have a state or county income tax. In most states that comes to about 7.5% more taken out of your gross income.

SDure, you don't pay state income tax in Texas, but double real estate tax rate for life makes it less attractive.

I have moved my relocation target to other states. I just want a better working condition with fair pay. Thanks.

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Specializes in Future ICU nurse.
Keep in mind, though, that Texas doesnt have a state or county income tax. In most states that comes to about 7.5% more taken out of your gross income.

We may not have a state income tax but we have a 8.25% sales tax. That pretty much evens things out.

-Crystal

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Let's not forget all the costs for registering vehicles, etc. We just found out that when you buy a used vehicle and register it, you have to pay sales tax on what the state thinks the item is worth, not what you paid for it.

Considering that my county increased the value of my home and property this year, even after I showed them the reality of home values - I don't trust the state to accurately appraise anything - they just want to nickel and dime you to death.

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