HouTx BSN, MSN, EdD

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    Most Difficult Interview Ever!!

    HouTx replied to MommyRN15's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Don't take it personally. They didn't organize the interview with the aim to put you on the spot. Interviews are not ad hoc -- they are intended to obtain information about how each candidate rates...
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    Getting around auto rejection application by lying??

    HouTx replied to ebrooks1013's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Lying on a job application is a sure-fire path to negative consequences, particularly if it concerns such an important aspect of job
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    I need advice on going back to school

    HouTx replied to dla38's topic in Nursing Career

    I know a lot of nurses who are enthusiastic advocates of holistic care but they aren't working in that area. The problem is - there is very little 3rd party reimbursement for this type of care and...
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    RN to MSN downside?

    HouTx replied to chrty_knox's topic in Nursing Career

    As far as I know, the only 'downside' associated with obtaining an MSN has to do with the increased level of accountability that comes with advanced clinical education. This is applicable to AP...
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    whats the possibility?...

    HouTx replied to solei1's topic in Nursing Career

    It all depends on your state Nurse Practice Act. Some states do not permit licensed nurses to work 'below' their license. The underlying problem is that you are always accountable for applying your...
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    Frustrated with the Admission Process

    HouTx replied to honeyrose29's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    It is a difficult position, but I fail to see why 'hardship' should give anyone an advantage. Everyone has to meet the same outcomes. Anyone who gains admission due to some sort of emotional appeal...
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    Manager Bonuses

    HouTx replied to Gypsy Moon's topic in Nurse Management

    OK - here goes. I have been in bonus-eligible positions. In healthcare organizations I am familiar with . . . the farther a manager gets from the bedside, the less his/her salary is connected to...
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    Nurse Thinking About Management Consulting

    HouTx replied to Pancakes113's topic in Nursing Career

    The Nurse management consultants I know all have extensive experience in actual hands-on management/leadership, including roles at the strategic operational
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    Mid-Life Career Change to Nursing

    HouTx replied to Mike1982's topic in Nursing Career

    Here you go - What is Nursing?. Information from the most objective source. ANA doesn't have any partnerships with schools. This is a nice overview. It's not uncommon at all for people with...
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    How competitive is it to get into TCU, TWU, UTMB, PVAMU or UT Health Science Center?

    HouTx replied to CoolBeans7's topic in Texas Nursing

    Take a look at the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board site (THECB - Online Institutional Resumes )for overall comparisons of public universities. Just choose the school and see the stats....
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    Relocating to Dallas, TX-- Insight needed!

    HouTx replied to msmeme11486's topic in Texas Nursing

    It's going to be very challenging to find an acute care job in DFW without a BSN. I would advise you to obtain that certification first to improve your chances. Make sure you have a job lined up...
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    University of Phoenix- Pre-req's

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

    Transferring credits will be the easier part... trying to get U of P out of your pocketbook & keep them from continually contacting you to 'recruit' you into more education... that'll be the hard...
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    ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY STUDY a&

    HouTx replied to Motherof_1's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Here's another great resource site Blausen Medical | Medical Animations It is actually a vendor that creates animations and visuals used in educational programs. They have a very reasonably...
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    Help Transferring into Nursing for Pediatric Oncology

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

    I don't want to drag you down into a morass of 'nursey-ness' , but just wanted to clarify why "nursing specialties" are not the same as those for physicians. Our clinical focus is on dealing with...
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    is becoming an lvn in california worth it?

    HouTx replied to nayeluh's topic in Nursing Career

    If you're looking at LVN schools, don't be discouraged about their accreditation status. The vast majority of them across the nation are not "accredited" because they don't need to be. They only...
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    Desperate need for advice; dislike unit I transferred to

    HouTx replied to RNdynamic's topic in Nursing Career

    I know from personal experience - MICU is a very challenging environment. But your current manager 'took a chance on you' and gave you an opportunity to transition to ICU... IMO, you need to adhere...
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    Considering nursing but concerned about job prospects in LA/MS/AL

    HouTx replied to patricksmith.phd's topic in Nursing Career

    Well, aren't you a smartie . From an academic standpoint, I'm certain you wouldn't have any difficulties & I totally understand your desire for changing into a direction that is more in tune with...
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    Jobs for new grads around the gulf?

    HouTx replied to blueskies1's topic in Texas Nursing

    I encourage you to contact CHRISTUS Spohn in Corpus Christi, TX ASAP. They are very new grad friendly. It's right on the Gulf. It's a smaller, Hispanic majority town that is also a favorite location...
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    Questions about RRT

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

    Oh good grief. I interpreted it as "Registered Respiratory Therapist" & was thinking - why in the world would they ask you about that?? LOL. Brain is obviously getting old. Back on the right...
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    Fired 6 weeks into orientation

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

    I think I can shed some light on the whole "background check" thing. In the US, healthcare employers who receive any type of Federal funding (Medicare, Medicaid, etc) are required to conduct...
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    Just got hired, now what?!

    HouTx replied to h.armitage89's topic in Nursing Career

    Congratulations! If that is your photo & you are using your own name for UserID - please change them to something more anonymous in order to protect your identity. This is even more important now...
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    SICU or NICU what to choose

    HouTx replied to cpmrn's topic in Nursing Career

    If I am interpreting correctly & by NICU, you mean "Neonatal" - I can only share my own experience. I have worked in a wide variety of critical care areas. Neo was the only one that I didn't...
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    RN refresher course good strategy?

    HouTx replied to sunmaidliz's topic in Nursing Career

    Although a refresher course will undoubtedly help you tune up your clinical skills, it is unlikely to be of much value for improving your 'people' skills - which have apparently been a problem for...
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    Medical Records Review as a new career -- Suggestions & leads all very welcome.....

    HouTx replied to movingon2014's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    I urge you to obtain Case Management certification. This will help you qualify for positions. Medical-legal work is a different kettle of fish - take a look at "medical legal consulting" for info on...
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    Is a ponytail appropriate for a possible interview?

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

    I OP male or female? I may have missed this. If male with hair long enough for a ponytail, I think that this would be preferred over having it