HouTx BSN, MSN, EdD

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    Does nursing really suck that badly?

    HouTx replied to Irish_Mist's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    Hmm - where to begin? First of all, I can't think of very many people who don't also believe that they are also compassionate, loving and want to help people. This is probably the most common...
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    Advice on how and when to escape

    HouTx replied to Kyte's topic in Nursing Career

    Most of the time, if you are terminated 'for cause' (violation of policy or inadequate job performance), you will be listed as "not eligible for re-hire". This pretty much puts the kibosh on any...
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    ughhh... Hail all the floor nurses

    HouTx replied to nichefinder's topic in General Nursing

    For a lot of us, interaction with our (conscious) patients is the best part of our job. My forays into the OR have been limited to operating an IABP but even then, I have had the experience of having...
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    Working during Nursing School

    HouTx replied to storxusmc's topic in Male Nursing Students

    Speaking as a hiring manager - when trying to decide which new grad to hire, previous clinical experience would definitely be a deciding factor. This would not only indicate that the person was more...
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    First RN position

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

    Sounds like teamwork will be the key to success in your new job. Delegating effectively to your CNAs will ensure that you have more time for the 'nurse only' stuff you have to accomplish each shift....
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    Tired of discrimination

    HouTx replied to Al.ginger's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    As a white person 'of a certain age' I have had the very good fortune of never experiencing racial discrimination. However, I have been subjected to other types of bias ... particularly gender bias...
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    obviously pregnant and need a job

    HouTx replied to megan215's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I hope everything works out well for you. Just an FYI - In the US, it is a violation of FEDERAL employment law to ask a job applicant anything about her/his personal circumstances. This includes...
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    Why is there so much drama in a field where we help people?

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

    The nature of comments on this thread kinda reflect some of the difficulties that characterize nursing - amiright? There is a phenomena called "emotional labor" that has only recently been recognized...
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    Does volunteering help with job prospects after grad?

    HouTx replied to Murse Wannabe's topic in Nursing Career

    You're asking a very difficult question.... How would anyone know if 'volunteer experience' was a critical factor in obtaining his/her first job? It's always a good idea to supplement your...
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    NAME Group One Employers.

    HouTx replied to mainyah's topic in Texas Nursing

    Texas is a very big state. Group One clients are concentrated in the DFW area. Found this client list (current as of 2013) which will provide some insight - here is the link...
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    will I advance with an MBA??

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

    Side note: The documentation--> reimbursement link is being managed via informatics these days -- "forcing" documentation via required fields that link automatically to reimbursement. So, the...
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    Electronics in Nursing School

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

    HEY EVERYBODY There is a new type of wireless flash drive for all of you (iPad) USB-deprived folks. Srsly... it connects via bluetooth. Here's a link. SanDisk Connect Wireless Flash Drive Now, if...
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    Two Days

    HouTx replied to Cardiolyte's topic in General Nursing

    Wow - just
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    RN - $14.75/hr?!?

    HouTx replied to AlphaPig's topic in General Nursing

    I hope this is not a portent of things to come. No employer will pay more than they have to - for any job. Some jobs have "contextual benefits" that make them very attractive despite low or...
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    How to chart I&Os

    HouTx replied to RNstudent13renee's topic in General Students

    Follow the organization's P&P rather than 'crowdsourcing' your co-workers. If this issue is not directly addressed, ask your supervisor how s/he wants it to be
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    Temp agencies and physically going up to floors.

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

    Hard to believe that they are taking so long with ATTs... that's just awful. They're making a difficult situation even worse. The transition from student to competent, practicing nurse would be very...
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    Searching for New Grad Jobs

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

    Frankly, it would be very difficult to accurately predict hiring patterns this far ahead. ACA is rolling out and the effects are just now beginning to be felt... hospitals may be drastically...
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    ECG/EKG Tech vs Monitor Tech

    HouTx replied to superkeys's topic in Nursing Career

    Monitor tech positions are NOT responsible for interpretation of 12-lead or physical assessment findings. Obtaining 12 leads is a whole different thing. Monitor techs are only responsible for...
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    Question for new grads...

    HouTx replied to Gaby_rmz77's topic in Nursing Career

    Depends - upon your geographic area and the type of job you are seeking. The 'push for BSN' is pretty much concentrated in acute care at this point. There are plenty of opportunities in non-acute...
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    LVN to RN online Program in Texas

    HouTx replied to maleblanc65's topic in Texas Nursing

    College Network is not a nursing program. They only provide (very expensive) study materials that are supposed to help you with CLEP tests. Do a search here on AN & you will uncover a lot of...
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    need help/tips for transfers and lifting

    HouTx replied to ceccia's topic in General Nursing

    Although it is important to understand the basics of good body mechanics, there is NO WAY to lift adult patients safely without mechanical lift devices. OSHA has a ton of information on back safety...
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    PSB Test

    HouTx replied to scotjm's topic in General Nursing

    Are you referring to PBDS (Performance Based Development System)? If so, I am sure you can Google and find a lot of information. There are no PBDS "prep" materials because it is intended to...
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    Oversaturation? Why am I working short staffed?

    HouTx replied to Pudnluv's topic in General Nursing

    Actually, here are some REAL HC quotations.... doesn't sound as though she is not a champion for nursing. "Your voices matter so much...nurses are on the frontlines of health care. You see what...
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    Sutter Health - Union needed?

    HouTx replied to Katinthebox's topic in Collective Bargaining, Union

    Clocking in and out for breaks or meals has nothing to do with unions... it is a wage & hour thing which is governed by FLSA. I know it can be a real pain, but it actually prevents the employer...
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    Nurse jobs that allow modifications?

    HouTx replied to hayleyyelyah's topic in General Students

    Isn't that the whole point??? For getting tatts & body mods, I mean. If you alter your appearance in a way that can be seen by others - no matter whether it's a new hairdo or horn implants on...