HouTx BSN, MSN, EdD

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    Who hires Everest Graduates

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

    Everest is now a non-issue. Corinthian Colleges, parent company of Everest is now defunct (For-Profit School Was Cash-Strapped When U.S. Cut Funds - WSJ). Campuses are in the process of closure....
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    Getting Into Nursing School

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

    Let me Google that for you - LOL. PAX RN Study Guide - Free PAX RN Practice Test PAX Exam Nursing Entrance Test http://www.paxpractice.com/RN/ etc. .
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    CNA to RN

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

    Have you tried talking to your supervisor or DON? They not only know you, but are also far more aware of the job situation in your area. They may also be aware of resources you can utilize. I know...
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    Anxiety about becoming a nurse over 50

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

    Frankly, nursing school itself is very stressful. If you are still in an unsettled situation in the Fall, I would suggest postponing for a semester if possible rather than sacrificing your health....
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    Biology & Anatomy/Physiology

    HouTx replied to tahoe02's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Biology is much more general in nature. A & P is focused only on HUMANS. Physiology (the 'P' in A&P) is much more in depth and complex than basic Biology. Mastery of A&P is an absolute...
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    Switching Majors

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

    There is no standard way of calculating GPA requirements for nursing school admissions. Some may only count pre-requisites while others use a cumulative GPA (every course you have ever taken). Some...
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    New Grad offered position at Newark Beth, night shift, HELP!!!!

    HouTx replied to meeta404's topic in First Year After Licensure

    It's very normal to be anxious about trying something new - whether it's changing your hairstyle, bungee jumping, going on a blind date, or working nights. Unlike past generations of diploma nurses,...
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    1st Nursing job, seeking some advice

    HouTx replied to icarr757's topic in First Year After Licensure

    You seem to be very humble, conscientious & determined to be successful - that's a wonderful asset in any new grad. No one expects a new grad to function independently for quite a while. However,...
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    When to tell them about pregnancy.

    HouTx replied to Lacie1213's topic in Nursing Career

    While it is illegal to ask a potential employee about their medical history or health issues, they can (and should) ask you to review a list of job "physical and functional" requirements and ask you...
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    Trying to pick myself back up

    HouTx replied to Nolli's topic in General Students

    Never mind NCLEX - how are you? I can only imagine how awful you must feel. Hopefully, a lot of your depression will lift when your physical health returns to
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    The Double-Edged Sword: Compassion vs. Self-Protection

    HouTx replied to NatalieBridges's topic in Nurses Rock

    Wonderful post - but I agree with GreenTea ... identifiable avatar+ user name + specific clinical details = potential for professional disaster!!! Please change this. There is a growing body of...
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    Rn to Msn or Bsn to Msn

    HouTx replied to Mmckenzie78's topic in General Students

    Here's one key element you need to consider. Without a BSN, you may not be able to get an acute care (hospital) nursing job -- which may have an impact upon your admission to an NP program. It's...
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    LPN'S are not going anywhere!

    HouTx replied to lucrecole2009's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    Great Post! You are absolutely
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    Has anyone done their pre reqs while out of the US?

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

    I think we (nursing) attract second-career people from all walks of life an previous professions. One of the biggest problems? Born-again nurses who are enormously dissatisfied (appalled, shocked,...
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    Nursing Abroad

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

    Nursing is a culturally bound profession. The scope of practice, span of authority, course of study, etc. can vary significantly between nations. For instance, US programs are designed to prepare...
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    Conflicting decisions; Business to Nursing

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

    Please take the time to explore other health care professions as well. There are a lot of options with a similar educational requirement. (Home | explorehealthcareers.org) The job outlook for nurses...
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    New grad relocating (with family) for first job

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

    The 'oil boom' areas of Tx are also hiring - if the idea of a ND winter gives you the
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    Job Offer withdrawn, Vaccination question

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

    Interesting variances between states on this issue. However, I doubt whether you will be able to convince them to grant you an exception because of the potential consequences re: the Federal...
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    My Interview: Are my answers even remotely correct?

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

    I think your answer to the first item was very good! However, the second situation calls for a 'customer service' response. The first step in any service recovery situation is to let the person(s)...
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    I have a dilemma

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

    Sorry I didn't see your post sooner. San Jac Methodist is a great facility. Baytown is a nice area to live. close enough to the Gulf to take off to the beach whenever you have a few hours to...
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    Your response to "there is a high demand for nurses"

    HouTx replied to Ecl09's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    There is certainly a high demand for EXPERIENCED nurses in my neck of the woods - particularly those that are certified in a specialty. We are starting to see the resurgence of sign-on bonuses for ED,...
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    Love my first two weeks

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

    YOU GO NURSE!!! - likewise, I love my first 33
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    ICU Straight outta school?

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

    It is certainly possible to begin your nursing career in a specialty unit - many of us have done this. My first job was in a neuro-trauma unit. Chances are, that any type of specialty department...
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    Not sure what to do

    HouTx replied to Mthom17's topic in Nursing Career

    Love your avatar. One of my personal favorites -- I named one of my Kindles 'Bender'. I admire your ambition & energy. It's great that you want to get started right away on a career path. But...
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    Nurse Manager Hiring Questions

    HouTx replied to Miss McK's topic in General Nursing

    Recommend you utilize behavioral approach rather than asking "what if" questions... it's just too easy to espouse theories that sound good. This means putting together some 'scenario' questions such...