HouTx BSN, MSN, EdD

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    SCARED-stopping meds that make me a good RN

    HouTx replied to cassidyshea's topic in General Nursing

    FMLA is definitely applicable to 'protect' you from being terminated due to absence, but it has absolutely no relevance if job performance is at issue. ADA requires an employer to make 'reasonable...
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    Studer Group "Bedside Shift Report SM"

    HouTx replied to DVorahRN's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    Imagine that. The 'wise ones' who originally designed the process didn't really have a clue about the dynamics of actual patient care. How unexpected and rare . From what I have seen, this always...
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    EHR "order fatigue" like "alarm fatigue"

    HouTx replied to avado's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    YIKES! Are you (and your colleagues) making sure that the 'powers that be' understand the cumulative effects that you're describing? If you can't get them to listen, I would suggest tackling this as...
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    would you get workers comp?

    HouTx replied to Julie Reyes's topic in Disaster Preparation

    My org has already confirmed WC coverage. But I am very proud of the fact that they have already obtained board approval for special policy/procedure to ensure that any coverage 'gap' will be covered...
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    NNU Ebola Press Conference

    HouTx replied to herring_RN's topic in Disaster Preparation

    My organization has already stepped up. We initiated changes in our emergency preparedness (pandemic) plan on 10-2 to include specific requirements for "Class C" (Highly Contagious/Infectious)...
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    Help with report topic!

    HouTx replied to fgoldbe2's topic in General Students

    Wow! That's a very in-depth presentation for a (1 hour?) presentation. I'm not an OB person, so I can't add much value to the presentation content... just wanted to let you know that this is...
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    Applying for Entry-Level MSN

    HouTx replied to fku3's topic in General Students

    I am getting a sense that OP doesn't really know a lot about nursing - it's great that AN'ers are always there to help. There is a very strong caution associated with entry-level MSNs (ELM). State...
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    Bad nursing tech?

    HouTx replied to Annehen92's topic in General Students

    Don't make assumptions about what others are thinking about you. That frown may just be an indication of sore feet or a reflection of problems at home, lack of sleep, etc. Not everything is about...
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    The Road to Nursing

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

    Please make sure you do very thorough investigation of ABSN program requirements before you decide that this might be an alternative path. In my part of the country, those programs utilize cumulative...
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    I've Been Accepted!....and now I'm freaking out

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

    Actually, I think that the obstacle course you had to negotiate - just to get into nursing school - is a real advantage for you. There's no way you could have managed to persevere without a true...
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    ****HELP*****

    HouTx replied to studentnurse32/80's topic in Licensure: Criminal History

    Call the BON and talk to a human being. This (criminal background checks for nursing students) is a fairly recent requirement, so there may not be any clearly defined FAQs on the website. Best of...
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    My 10 tips for a new RN or PCT

    HouTx replied to prettyboyswag's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    I am intrigued about PPs statements that nursing 'has become' something awful.... as compared to what it used to be. Hmm. As someone who has actually experienced those changes first hand over the...
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    Health Department / DOH jobs for New Grads?

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

    Actually, one of the positive effects of the Ebola frenzy has been a heightened awareness of the role of Public Health services because the local PH dept is a hospital's first line resource if they...
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    Employment background check

    HouTx replied to HopefulRN4's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    I have some insight into this issue - my position has required very close collaboration with HR for many years, so I am aware of what goes on 'behind the curtain'. The background checks used by most...
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    how to stand out at job fair?

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

    I completely agree. Having been on the "other side" of the recruiting booth at many events over the years, a well put together candidate always makes a memorable impression. A confident approach -...
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    Job decision

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

    We don't want your head to spin. Wait for something better to come
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    Which unit would be good for a RN with ADHD-inattentive to work on?

    HouTx replied to Guest11/16/14's topic in Nursing Career

    Wow - this appears to be a polarizing issue. I think we're all coming from the same place.... wanting to ensure patient safety and high quality care. Based on my own experience, I have noticed that...
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    Cutaneous and reffered pain examples?

    HouTx replied to Nursing pursuit's topic in General Students

    Referred pain is very interesting.... arising from physiologic 'connections' that may have been established in the fetal stage of development. This is when pain from an organ/structure is actually...
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    Nursing Diagnosis, correct and in order?

    HouTx replied to Ashhleynicole's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    Yes ^^^^^^^ this ^^^^^^ Don't try to figure what 'ought' to be used. ALWAYS start with your assessment data - this should synch with the 'defining characteristics' of your
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    I am blessed to have it...But!!!!

    HouTx replied to keketas007's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Don't feel bad..... I have 'maxxed out' a few times also, but my company awards a lump sum bonus instead of a raise whenever that happens. Every few years, reviews the compensation structure and...
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    Please, I need your advice about my life!

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

    In multiple posts, OP seems to be under the impression that admission to accelerated programs does not require a GPA as high as traditional programs. Don't know about all areas of the country, but in...
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    Accreditation CCNE and WASC?

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

    CCNE only applies to nursing programs... WASC is the regional accreditation that ensures the 'transferability' of college
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    Anyone teach nursing school clinicals on the side?

    HouTx replied to adpiRN's topic in Nursing Career

    YIKES! It's really great that so many nurses are attracted to the thought of teaching, but 'education' is a whole different discipline - with it's own theory, unique body of knowledge, skills and...
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    New job is dangerous. Not sure what to do.

    HouTx replied to mortified's topic in Nursing Career

    PP is correct. If you are determined to leave your job, the best approach is to find a new one first....Then turn in your resignation. There is a high likelihood that you will be categorized as "not...
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    Entry point

    HouTx replied to smackavoy's topic in Nursing Career

    First of all, Kudos for using the term "health care" rather than "medical".... LOL. Physicians are the only profession that practice "medicine", but most civilians use that label for everything....