HouTx BSN, MSN, EdD

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    RN NCLEX licensure, help!!!!!

    HouTx replied to Eagerbeaver1's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Presuming OP is successful with the next NCLEX, it may still be extremely difficult to land a job. My organization (and many others) very seldom hires a "new" grad that has allowed >6 months to...
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    PICO question help!

    HouTx replied to lvn-bsn2018's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    If you want to give it twist, you could focus on examination of factors that increase Cord Banking (desired outcome). What has your lit search turned up? (hint, hint,
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    PICO -T for nurse retention. PLEASE HELP

    HouTx replied to backuppunter22's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    Start with a literature search on nurse retention (your population is employed nurses). Turnover (lack of retention) is the Problem. But you need to define your problem in terms of data, not your...
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    Tetralogy of Fallot

    HouTx replied to minsuga's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    OK - you don't understand the effects of reduced pulmonary blood flow? I think you may be focusing too much on the lungs an an organ rather than the function that they perform. One of the major...
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    Working, Volunteering and Going to School?

    HouTx replied to gchooljian's topic in General Students

    I admire your moxie. I worked full time during undergrad, graduate & doctoral programs. I'm not unique - it's certainly doable. You may run into scheduling difficulties when you begin your...
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    Medic should I do an Adn or absn

    HouTx replied to isisha's topic in General Students

    Thank you for your service. PP is offering great advice.... be sure to look at the veteran friendly nursing programs. There are several in Texas. They will offer additional support and guidance to...
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    New grad RN w/ first job interview tomorrow on Tele floor. Help!

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

    How did it
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    Turned a Corner at Six Months In:)

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

    Thank you so much for sharing this information. We COBs are always telling newly licensed nurses that "It gets better" and advising them to tough it out during those first crucial months.... It's so...
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    I need help with A&P2

    HouTx replied to Zoumounou1's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I don't want to increase the stress - but you really need to LEARN this stuff. You're going to need to apply it in future classes. If you are just memorizing "factoids", you're going to be...
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    RN to BSN

    HouTx replied to ashelly's topic in General Students

    If you're referring to an exam (e.g., HESI, TEAS, etc) required for the program, you need to check with them since there is no standardization among programs. Good
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    Can you become an RN at age 19?

    HouTx replied to Drizzle203's topic in General Students

    I think that the only hard stops would be your state's regulations about handling some pharmaceuticals (narcotics). In many states, you have to be 21 - just like serving
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    A&P 1 not going so well...

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

    Have you met with your instructor to discuss strategies to improve your performance? He/she has the information needed to suggest solutions - we can only offer advice. Nursing education is not an...
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    New grad in a new state

    HouTx replied to lel08's topic in First Year After Licensure

    In my part of the country, the ONLY pathway to employment in most hospitals is through a residency program. They simply do not do any "direct" hires any more because they want to ensure that all new...
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    Going out with your co-workers (Mixing Business with pleasure)

    HouTx replied to Plumrose15153's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    As reflected by some PPs, if you become too involved with coworkers, it can potentially interfere with your work. For instance, what if you saw your good friend /coworker cutting corners or...
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    Worst shift, now depressed.

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

    Good grief. I'll bet that somewhere in your organization's Code of Conduct or HR Rulebook, it has a prohibition of disrespectful behavior. Take a look and see. If so, you should take appropriate...
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    Is my textbook wrong?

    HouTx replied to mcclasl's topic in General Students

    NOPE - that's correct. Empathy is the ability to understand the other person's situation without actually sharing their emotional state. It's an essential skill for clinicians. We have to remain...
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    Switch Major to Nursing

    HouTx replied to bquinn1's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    While you're contemplating what to do, take a look at THIS listing of healthcare occupations. Nursing may be the most familiar, but as you can see, it is not the only job. There are many jobs with...
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    Quit first RN job after 9 months?

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

    Please let your supervisor know how you feel. If you don't feel comfortable talking to him/her, talk to your educator or your HR representative. You're not going to receive help/support if no one...
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    Nurse residency/work requirement

    HouTx replied to Takethatfordata's topic in Nurses Recovery

    There is no standard requirement - each program is different. You will need to look at the terms of the residency contract for answers to your
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    Medical Mystery: What made the night-shift nurses so sick?

    HouTx replied to NRSKarenRN's topic in Nursing News

    Wow - fascinating. Thank you for sharing. But - did the nurses get in trouble for the popcorn
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    2017 Studying in the Philippines for Nursing

    HouTx replied to elyzarae's topic in International Nursing

    Please be aware that the climate for any "professional" immigrants may be in for radical change under the new administration. It is already affecting some professional sectors & there has been a...
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    Salary and opinions on BSN degrees.

    HouTx replied to Ashtimus Prime's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    PLEASE - if you're using your actual picture for your avatar - CHANGE IT. It is important to maintain anonymity in any social media setting, but it's critical on any forum which could impact your...
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    Worried about turning in my two weeks

    HouTx replied to newgradrn2016's topic in General Nursing

    PP was absolutely correct... do not resign until you have another job lined up. Resigning after such a short time - especially for a new grad - is a huge red flag to any prospective employer. You...
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    Graduated with a BS 9 years ago as PrePharm

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

    For most schools in my area, all the science-y pre-reqs expire after 5 years. When you retake them, some schools will drop the old (expired) grade which would be a benefit for you. The only...
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    Do they still teach nursing history?

    HouTx replied to DiplomaNurseRN's topic in General Students

    I agree - the History of Nursing is fascinating. Have y'all checked out the American Association for the History of Nursing? Membership is open to everyone - discount for students & retirees....