HouTx BSN, MSN, EdD

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    Transferring to Peds- Resume Help!!

    HouTx replied to tfb228's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Normally, there is a resume heading called "Experience". Under this, you list all of the paid jobs you have had - with the most recent first. Underneath each job, you can include a bullet list of...
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    are there other certifications I could earn

    HouTx replied to Bruceh's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    There are career growth opportunities for LPNs in long term care. Talk to your DON to see what is available with your own employer. They may have training programs for charge nurse or opportunities...
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    Med Error.

    HouTx replied to choksantos's topic in Patient Medications

    Have you analyzed the issues behind your med errors and changed your behavior accordingly? For instance, if you are rushing through the process & not taking time for the '5 rights', you probably...
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    Hello! I have a question?

    HouTx replied to wannabenurse88's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    The push for BSN (so far) is limited to acute care (hospitals). There should be plenty of opportunities for ADN nurses in non-acute
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    Texas A&M Nursing Traditional BSN Fall 2014

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

    You're adorable, but please do not use your own picture for your avatar here on AN. Maintaining anonymity is important for any social network, but absolutely essential here on AN, due to the...
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    Wayne State University CD2 nursing program Fall 2014 changes made

    HouTx replied to I'm_no_Genius_but's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Not at all unexpected. "Shadowing" is a huge liability for healthcare
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    Please help, AllNurses members; grateful for any advice!

    HouTx replied to pushers123's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    It's adorable, but if you're using your own picture as your avatar, please change it. Maintaining anonymity is very important on any social networking site, but here it is essential because of the...
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    Traditional BSN Program

    HouTx replied to nj2flsunshine's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    What you mail fail to appreciate is that faster is not better with pre-licensure nursing education. The goal is to not only ensure that you are technically competent, but also socialized into the...
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    Austin Community College, Texas, Advice, Pro's and Con's, Nursing

    HouTx replied to MellowYellow29's topic in Texas Nursing

    When you say you "had a few previous attempts at Lee"... do you mean that you applied or that you were actually enrolled & failed out of the program? If it's the former, it won't make any...
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    3 interviews in a week time span - 2 down, 1 to go!

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

    You're doing everything right - expanding your search & putting forth a positive image! Interviewing (like every other skill) gets better with practice, but obviously you are doing great if you...
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    New RN looking to broaden horizons

    HouTx replied to ANelson732's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    I love that you're excited about the world of nursing possibilities that are out there! But (you knew it was coming, right?) in order to be considered for those 'interesting' and 'out of the...
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    Should I relocate from PA to the South to find a job?

    HouTx replied to kimann80's topic in Nursing Career

    HANG ON JUST A MINUTE THERE - I am very familiar with Beaumont Tx... have friends and nurse colleagues who live there. Please refrain from casting aspersions on a city that you have probably never...
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    cant decide if nursing is for me

    HouTx replied to lucy86's topic in Nursing Career

    If you are looking for an alternative to seeking a BSN, I would advise you to do some further investigation before pursuing a Bachelors degree in Healthcare Administration. If you goal is a...
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    Equipment and supplies needed for sim lab..

    HouTx replied to Melody007_FNP-C's topic in Nursing Educators, Faculty

    I would suggest that you contact your local reps for sim equipment (Laerdal, Gaumard - there are probably more) and ask for their input. They can provide you with the contact people at similar sim...
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    Educator "no buy-in"

    HouTx replied to Educators19761's topic in Nursing Educators, Faculty

    Just wanted to bump this thread. (full disclosure) I've been a nurse educator since the Earth's crust was cooling. Most new nurse educators lack formal education in the 'discipline of education'......
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    Mice on unit

    HouTx replied to sistrmoon's topic in General Nursing

    I was once walking down a MedSurg hallway at 2 AM & a raccoon dropped out of the ceiling right in front of me. Don't know which of us was more frightened. Luckily, it scurried away into a supply...
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    Is it illegal for an Lpn to sign when it requires Rn signature?

    HouTx replied to smartnurse1982's topic in General Nursing

    Ahh - that makes it a bit clearer. It's basically an incongruency between your employer and the transport company. The paperwork doesn't mesh. PP was correct, you should point out this discrepancy...
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    Stick a fork in me, I'm done

    HouTx replied to nursej22's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Definitely time to re-charge your batteries. Sounds like you are still in love with nursing, but have grown to hate your job. This is a pretty familiar scenario, especially for those of us that are...
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    indecisive; failing; discouraged; should i continue?

    HouTx replied to 2016New's topic in General Students

    Have you talked to an academic advisor or instructor about your situation and concerns? They can provide you with more specific insight as to corrective measures and recommend some resources that...
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    Experience Required

    HouTx replied to BidwellBetty's topic in General Students

    US Hospitals are under pressure to increase BSN staff in order to meet national quality & safety recommendations. This also has an impact upon their financial bottom line, as insurers will be...
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    If you could do one thing to get ready for Nursing School

    HouTx replied to Myoclonicjerk's topic in General Students

    My advice is a bit different. If you have time to read, I would encourage you to explore some books about the 'heart and soul' of nursing. One of the best is "And If I Perish - Frontline US Army...
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    Have you blanked in an interview??

    HouTx replied to ProudMom511's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    It's completely acceptable to respond to a question with "can I think about that for a moment?" Many health care organizations use Behavioral Interviewing methods now. This means you will be asked...
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    Clinical Privileges?

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

    What an odd question. Maybe they are using a 'one size fits all' for (employed) physicians, NP, PA's and such. The only instances I can think of when this would apply to a nurse would be those who...
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    2nd Hospital Interview in 9 Months

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

    Sounds like that manager would be a good one - great way to begin your career. As a fellow Houstonian, I am very sad that it is taking you so long to get your career established. Please remember that...
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    How do you coordinate care for 3 patients?

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

    There are some portions of the assessment you can accomplish while doing other types of care. For example, when you are repositioning the patient, take a look at back/sacrum & auscultate...