HouTx BSN, MSN, EdD

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    Crowd funding: Yay or Nay?

    HouTx replied to roser13's topic in General Nursing

    Very interesting thread - my views are very similar to some PPs, so I don't want to bore anyone with undue repetition. Just wanted to say - I know of one recent instance in which a successful...
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    How can I obtain experience with blood draws?

    HouTx replied to 123mnbvcx's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    OK - I would be VERY reluctant to work with a PA that could not compute pediatric dosages independently. That is just scary. Since you are using the title 'LVN', I am assuming that you're either in...
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    Where would I find pediatric dosages for medication?

    HouTx replied to 123mnbvcx's topic in Pediatric

    OK - I would be VERY reluctant to work with a PA that could not compute pediatric dosages independently. That is just scary. Since you are using the title 'LVN', I am assuming that you're either in...
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    Speaking of imperforate anuses.. an HR story

    HouTx replied to notyetnurse's topic in LPN to RN

    If you're using your picture as an avatar, PLEASE CHANGE IT ASAP. This is particularly important, given the nature of the inflammatory information in your post. Although you have veiled it, your...
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    Second career...opinions on path

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

    I would recommend obtaining your BSN first. This will prepare you as a generalist & provide insight into various clinical specialties. Graduate clinical education (MSN/NP) will be focused on a...
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    International, non-nursing bachelor's

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

    Although there are always people who claim to have accurate nation-wide predictions for employment, the truth is that employment is always a local issue. Within larger states, the outlook for similar...
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    paramedic to rn resume

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

    Agree with PP. Objective statements are very outdated. Focus on your skills & relevant experience. Many employers (mine included) are extremely reluctant to hire entry-level MSNs because they...
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    Orientation scheduled but want to postpone

    HouTx replied to gatoramyn's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    Although employers are not permitted (Federal law) to inquire about your family status or childcare situation, this is a huge concern for any employer. If you're in a competitive work environment, I...
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    RN to fitness nursing??

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

    Keep in mind that the US healthcare system (misnomer, I know) still does not really provide any financial incentives for 'wellness'. It's not reimbursed by many insurance plans -- so, it is difficult...
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    Should I even bother with hospitals?

    HouTx replied to ~Shrek~'s topic in First Year After Licensure

    As an 'oldie', I have experienced working all sorts of shifts... and found that there are benefits associated with both 8 & 12 hour shifts. Although 12 hour stints are emotionally appealing " wow,...
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    Back to work as a RN but PRN. Possible?

    HouTx replied to Neilda's topic in Nursing Career

    Agree with PP. Most states will require a refresher if a nurse has been inactive > 5
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    help, BSN PROGRAMS - HOUSTON AREA (or at least close..)

    HouTx replied to Katy.'s topic in Texas Nursing

    This information is readily available on the Tx BON website. Here is a listing of all approved programs along with their respective NCLEX pass rates for the last 5 years. The list is arranged by type...
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    Desperate for a PBDS guidance

    HouTx replied to catica1124's topic in General Nursing

    Whew! I got here as quickly as I could... PBDS is an assessment of clinical competency. It is administered online. There are several different sections, but contract nurses usually don't receive all...
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    TV ad has no one from my hospital

    HouTx replied to Emergent's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    LOL - I understand your reaction. But, from a marketing standpoint, it is always preferable to use "talent" (models, actors, etc) than employees because (duh) employees are free to leave and may...
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    Cultural Diversity and Tattoos

    HouTx replied to OwlieO.O's topic in General Students

    Hmm - here we go again. So, re use of the word "culture" I'll trot out my Inigo Montoya (Princess Bride) quote again "You keep using that word. I do not think it means what you think it means"...
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    Pre Nursing Classes

    HouTx replied to Shonqueen1's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I am assuming from your post that you have already discussed your situation with the school's financial services office & they would have given you information on anything that they could provide...
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    Failed at pre-nursing and pre OT. What to do now?

    HouTx replied to dsh0012's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Not everyone can become a nurse. Don't make the mistake of confusing 'ability' with 'intelligence'. There are some super-smart successful people out there that are simply not wired to be successful...
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    Research topics?

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

    Oh my goodness. How long is this paper supposed to be? Those topics encompass a HUGE amount of information. My advice is to narrow the topic unless you are aiming for a document that would rival...
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    Opinions

    HouTx replied to Glycerine82's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Sorry you had such a bad experience. PPs have offered great advice for resolution. FWIW, there has been quite a bit of evidence in academic journals ... entry-level Statistics is NOT suited for...
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    HELP!! Will I get this PCT job??

    HouTx replied to jiyun1027's topic in Nursing Career

    It's only been two days, right? No need to panic. The employment process never moves very fast because there are so many 'moving parts'. You are correct in assuming that the convo you had was not...
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    Career holt

    HouTx replied to dianna.ruiz14's topic in Nursing Career

    Many states require a refresher course for nurses who have been inactive for a period of time - commonly 5 years. The actual content of these programs is based upon the requirements of that state,...
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    I failed a prereq

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

    If you are absolutely sure that your only other alternative is to fail the class, go ahead and withdraw. But this will probably be reflected as a WF on your transcript. It won't necessarily have a...
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    Nurses Who Harm Patients

    HouTx replied to madwife2002's topic in General Nursing

    I actually worked with Genene Jones... at what was then known as Bexar County hospital. I was in Neuro-Trauma ICU and Genene was an night-shift LVN in the Pedi ICU. She was widely acknowledged for...
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    Honesty is the best policy?

    HouTx replied to virgo0827's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I think you're doing the right thing. My state BON actually restricts new grads from assuming a supervisory/charge role until they have at least a year of experience. They always have to have...
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    TOO SHY!

    HouTx replied to polkadotti's topic in General Students

    NICU nurses need to be excellent communicators. They have to maintain a very close ongoing collaboration with the Neonatologist as well as other ancillary disciplines that may be involved in their...