HouTx BSN, MSN, EdD

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    My predicament: Pre-Nursing vs. Pre-Med

    HouTx replied to aspirationalgrace's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Ah yes, the perpetual nursing vs medicine thing. But, not to add to OPs confusion, but it doesn't really have to be a dichotomous choice. There is a 3rd - more middle of the road -...
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    Chances of getting into grad school...

    HouTx replied to mcapuano's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    Take a look at RN -> MSN programs. These are becoming more common. They usually accelerate the process by allowing you to 'skip' undergrad courses & just go right into the graduate level...
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    Is this my cohort?

    HouTx replied to aeris99's topic in General Students

    I have been accused of being the "eternal optimist" - and freely admit that this is probably true. So I do look for opportunity in any adverse situation. In this case, you could use this experience...
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    Nursing student starting med-surg in January

    HouTx replied to jg04's topic in General Students

    Memorization is like 'sight reading' .. you will recognize words you have learned, but it doesn't help when you come across a new word. OTOH, learning the underlying concepts is equivalent to...
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    Really? Why so Negative

    HouTx replied to Crew2Nursing's topic in General Students

    Totally agree with Commuter ^^^^^ There is an astounding amount of information in the literature that has really not changed over the years. Evidence that nurses LOVE their profession, but HATE their...
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    Terrible under grad GPA

    HouTx replied to Memedi's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    It is not uncommon for math & science courses to have an "expiration date"... so you may have to retake them if they are older than 5 years or so. If this is the case, you will have a very good...
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    My story:)

    HouTx replied to linzipinzi's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Sounds like OP has a great plan & kudos to her supportive Hubs! Just wanted to add.... I know two Chief Nurse Executives, one MSN, PhD & one CRNA, PhD.... who both began their educational...
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    Why do we give up so easily!

    HouTx replied to Future Nee Nurse's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Gosh - US culture includes a pervasive myth .... that hard work & dedication can overcome all obstacles, but that is just not true. We are all hardwired with a unique set of abilities that cannot...
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    what do you think??

    HouTx replied to mbtsab's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    This is a discussion you need to have with the nursing program - because there is no standard approach. IMO, you are making a very strong case for special consideration. Best of luck to you on your...
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    I beat cancer

    HouTx replied to gonzo1's topic in Health, Stress Management

    FABULOUS!!! I'm a member of the tribe also - X2 (different sites). Feels great, doesn't it? "Hey, Cancer! You hit like a
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    ACLS Classes in Dallas

    HouTx replied to SVT511's topic in Texas Nursing

    Hang on there just a minute. If your job requires ACLS - your employer has to pay you for the time needed to complete the course & provide it at no cost to you. Talk to your manager... s/he...
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    Which way to go?

    HouTx replied to amtisdale's topic in General Nursing

    My organization has a LOT of nurse informatics positions.... all require BSN -MSN or certificate in Informatics is required for higher-level positions. This is a growing career field. My $0.02? Go...
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    Suffering from moral distress

    HouTx replied to edimo's topic in General Nursing

    This is a fascinating and very valuable area of research. I have found that although there is an increasing awareness of ethical issues & prioritization of moral dilemmas related to treatment...
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    Failed out of BSN Program, What Now?

    HouTx replied to JB131's topic in General Students

    Red - you kill me! I'm a
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    Medical Errors that slide and Nursing retaliation

    HouTx replied to ArrowRN's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    You're right - and this is characteristic of a culture of fear. The alternative is to foster a culture that TRULY emphasizes patient safety - including rewarding and acknowledging anyone who makes a...
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    Unpaid overtime - is this the norm?

    HouTx replied to seconddegreebsn's topic in First Year After Licensure

    The Feds have become much more stringent - quicker reaction/investigation to complaints & larger fines for violations - in the last few years. Many companies (mine included) require employees to...
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    Applying to DNP program

    HouTx replied to adlomu120's topic in Nursing Career

    Yeppers - just make sure that you read and comply with all the application requirements. You'd be surprised at the number of people that don't do this. Making some careless mistakes or omissions -...
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    CE: Texas Nursing Jurisprudence and Ethics

    HouTx replied to MarkWright's topic in Texas Nursing

    There actually is a rationale for this. Our Nurse Practice Act is much more 'evolved' than other states. In fact, we are the only state that has a legally defined "nurse patient duty" (since 1984)...
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    Texas Tuition Reciprocity (BSN/MEPN)

    HouTx replied to NoTurningBack's topic in Texas Nursing

    Hmm - the only reciprocity I am aware of relates to neighboring states only- applies if there are no 'local' degree programs available. There were 4 Lake Charles (La) "commuter" classmates in my...
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    Getting cut short on orientation

    HouTx replied to Birdy2's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Hey there - 'graduating' from orientation ahead of schedule is a VERY GOOD THING!!! This means that your performance is superior to that of the average new hire. You're on your way to becoming a...
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    Graduated with high honors - is there any point in saying so on my resume?

    HouTx replied to Raviepoo's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    With the large numbers of new grads seeking jobs, many organizations are utilizing GPA & other indicators of scholastic performance as a factor to screen applicants. "Magna cum laude" grads have...
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    Resigning and the Incessant "Why?"

    HouTx replied to technofreak's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    FWIW, many organizations (like mine) utilize a 3rd party company to conduct exit interviews.... this is the best way to try to obtain accurate and objective information. Confidentiality is guaranteed...
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    Tanner's Model of Clinical Judgement

    HouTx replied to succinate's topic in General Nursing

    From what I can recall, the "interpreting" piece has a lot of parallels with Critical Thinking - realizing all the different ways that the phenomenon could be interpreted means knowing what additional...
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    UMSON Laptops

    HouTx replied to Diorbaby's topic in General Nursing

    Software compatibility is a huge consideration. You can configure Windows 8 so it works just like the familiar desktop - I understand this is going to be more obvious in "Windows 10" (dunno why...
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    Paramedics in ER

    HouTx replied to shannonc102's topic in Emergency

    In my state, Paramedics & EMTs scopes of license are specific to 'first responders'. They are considered 'unlicensed' in any other