HouTx BSN, MSN, EdD

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    Need opinions on my plan..am I making the right choice?

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

    PP has offered great advice. Your job will provide you with an opportunity to develop many essential competencies such as physical assessment, delegation, time management, communication,...
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    ADN vs BSN job hunting

    HouTx replied to Mmonis's topic in Nursing Career

    It seems to be a matter of supply and demand. Larger cities have a much more abundant supply of BSN grads, so they are much more likely to avoid hiring ADNs. If you want a hospital job, focus on...
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    Graduating soon, best way to find new grad programs?

    HouTx replied to softballsmarty's topic in Nursing Career

    In my area of the country, new grad transition programs are rapidly gobbled up by students who have had clinical rotations in that facility. There is very little chance of acceptance for a "non-local"...
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    Preparing for first job as RN Intern...

    HouTx replied to gagirl14's topic in Nursing Career

    Congratulations on being accepted into the program. Carefully review all of the goals and objectives for your internship. You should be provided with specific information about your new employer's...
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    Nurse Extern

    HouTx replied to megan9107's topic in Nursing Career

    There is no standard job description so we don't know what your new job will entail. You need to have this discussion with your new
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    Can a diagnosis of a mental illness potentially harm your chances of getting a job?

    HouTx replied to BlackBettyRN,OCN's topic in Nurse Disabilities

    Some BONs DO REQUIRE disclosure of treatment for mental health as part of initial and re-licensure applications. I have a dear friend who admitted to post partum depression.... which triggered a...
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    Baptist Hospital Online Application

    HouTx replied to Kaligirl02's topic in Texas Nursing

    There are a wide variety of software programs used for online applications; no one can provide you with advice unless s/he is familiar with that specific application. PP is correct - the best...
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    Job shadow help for DFW

    HouTx replied to dfwbsndude's topic in Texas Nursing

    Due to the liability issues associated with allowing non-employees access to patient care areas, many organizations will not agree to this type of arrangement at all. Your best bet may be to contact...
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    Old nurse, New BSN, MED ERROR

    HouTx replied to marace's topic in General Nursing

    OP, your story is very powerful. As an educator, I think that you could add a lot of value to the dry and routine "medication administration" module that is provided as part of orientation - or as a...
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    Lawsuit-- you're needed in court, but you've moved to another state?

    HouTx replied to nervousnurse's topic in General Nursing

    In my experience, a lot of this can be handled via depositions if it is a hardship to attend in person. Of course, this is a different situation if you are named as a defendant. I have been deposed...
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    Help! LPN transitioning to RN, does this cover letter work?

    HouTx replied to mfun's topic in General Nursing

    Agree with PP. Your cover letter needs to be compelling - letting that employer know that you would be a wonderful addition to their staff. Only positive stuff. For instance, you can tell them...
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    Quiting your career job/contract before starting nursing school

    HouTx replied to 078207's topic in General Students

    Even if your boss is going to be on vacation, there will be someone appointed to manage while s/he is unavailable. Can't you just turn in your notice to that
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    I just don't think I want to be a nurse!

    HouTx replied to duskyjewel's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Informatics is a great choice. And congratulations on your honest examination of nursing of a career path. FWIW, I believe that your conclusion is absolutely correct. Unless you have a deep-seated...
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    Should I go to college or community college?

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

    The most cost-effective approach is to complete pre-reqs at a CC then transfer to the 4-year school. You can save a ton of money and the time required to complete classes is the same for either...
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    is there any hope???

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

    Hmm - I encourage you to reframe your objective by looking at a step-wise progression rather than an "all or nothing" approach. Similar to someone who wants to participate in a marathon... you don't...
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    Finished Pre-Nursing, Need help on ADN or BSN??

    HouTx replied to zawadi33's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    ADNs are not being "phased out" in terms of nursing licensure/practice. However, hospitals (acute care) in most parts of the country are following the IOM 2010 recommendations to achieve an 80% BSN...
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    Looking for advice to help my through the process of becoming a RN.

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

    Thank you for your military service. I'm glad you are thinking about a nursing career. Just wanted to caution you - we here at AN have heard from previous military veterans that "college credit"...
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    What Was Your Hardest Topic In Anatomy and Physiology?

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

    Very enlightening comments. Some of you are going to be gobsmacked to discover that those tedious concepts are going to be critically important when it comes to understanding pharmaceutical actions,...
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    Online Programs and State Licensing

    HouTx replied to ElisMom728's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Have you already contacted nursing programs in your state to explore all your options? Most 'bricks and mortar' nursing schools also have some distance education options that will allow you to take...
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    Online CE Courses

    HouTx replied to mpgj83's topic in Nursing Career

    I don't know whether a language course qualifies for professional CE in all states. You may want to check with your BON - states are slightly different. For instance, here in TX, our CE must be...
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    floor nurse vs clinic nurse

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

    Agree - your goal would appear to be associated with providing care & clinical management for persons with a chronic disease... not acute care. A clinic position would be very appropriate...
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    Just tired

    HouTx replied to lauriepat's topic in Health, Stress Management

    Couple of things . . . First of all, as a licensed professional, you have an ethical, professional and legal obligation to report suspected patient abuse or neglect. We are "mandatory reporters"...
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    Trouble transferring my NY LPN to PA

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

    So sorry you're being faced with this! The problem is that very few LP/VN schools are nationally accredited, so there are significant state-to-state differences. I'm sure you are not the only person...
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    new nurse anxiety

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

    There are NO non-stress areas in health care. The more complex your life is, the more sources of stress it contains. Stress is an inevitable consequence of life. Great quote from the play "Brighton...
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    Applying to 'no experience necessary' jobs and being rejected for lack of experience?

    HouTx replied to moodyred01's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Hmm - this may be a regional problem. Not all hospitals can afford to have formal internship programs but they may be open to hiring a an inexperienced nurse. OP may want to check into smaller...