HouTx BSN, MSN, EdD

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    Is one year of ICU experience enough?

    HouTx replied to mell260's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Go for your CCRN before jumping ship to another specialty. This requires 2 years of full-time ICU work. Having that credential will open doors for you -even in CA. Your career is (hopefully)...
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    wouldn't it be easier

    HouTx replied to mvm2's topic in General Nursing

    Sorry, but we now have very clear evidence - from very large scale acute care patient outcome studies - that higher percentages of BSN RNs make a significant positive difference in patient care. That...
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    First year diploma student looking towards the future of a BSN

    HouTx replied to caseydavin's topic in General Students

    It's a bit off topic, but I'm interested in your motivation for choosing a diploma program. Tx doesn't really have any of those any longer, but I understand that traditional diploma programs are...
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    A's in nursing school

    HouTx replied to finallygotit's topic in General Students

    Yes, very possible. As PP has stated, some people maintain a 4.0 throughout the entire program. For most people, nursing education is very "different" from any type of previous courses. The study...
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    Filipino nurses

    HouTx replied to uhs_sat's topic in Texas Nursing

    You may want to consider joining the Philippine Nurses Association. Philippine Nurses Association of America, Inc. I believe they have several chapters in Texas. It would be a great way to
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    HIPAA violation vs. Course Syllabus

    HouTx replied to mitch0310's topic in Texas Nursing

    PP is correct. Communication of PHI between healthcare providers is limited to "need to know" among people who need the information to provide care for that patient. This assignment does not meet...
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    I desperately want to get back into the profession

    HouTx replied to MaryYoung1964's topic in Texas Nursing

    Welcome Back! Since you are currently "unlicensed, there shouldn't be a problem working as a CNA, but first you would need to become "certified". This is usually accomplished via a CNA course - which...
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    EHRs and accessibility

    HouTx replied to medisec's topic in General Nursing

    The only real application that I can think of is accommodation for color blindness. Standards for EHRs include this... avoidance of using certain colors as the only method to highlight important...
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    Options to joining Nurse Unions

    HouTx replied to ArrowRN's topic in General Nursing

    Shared Governance DOES work - the example provided above ^^^^ does not reflect a true Shared Governance environment. SG has to be hardwired into the organization & supported by administration and...
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    anyone who works with a foreigner registered nurse?

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

    I have personal experience working in multi-cultural environments. There are significant issues with failure to understand heavily accented English. This can be especially problematic in situations...
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    Paramedic to RN

    HouTx replied to IVPush33's topic in Male Nursing Students

    Be careful with your vulnerable back!! CNAs have one of the highest rates of back injuries according to OSHA stats. Bedside nurses are not far behind. Don't let your coworkers use you for a human...
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    Tablet advice & input

    HouTx replied to luv_o_so_much's topic in General Students

    Hey guys - the price of Microsoft Surface RT tablets (32Gb) just dropped $150!!! They are now $349... optional keyboard is ~$100. Tablet is a Windows 8 platform and comes with MSOffice (Word, Excel,...
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    RN with only hospital experience seeking a change

    HouTx replied to amm2888's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Be sure you have an accurate picture of those types of jobs. Journey over to the AN forum on community health and see what they have to say. Truth is, RNs are very expensive, so most employers are...
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    Proper protocol....

    HouTx replied to KJoRN81's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Ask for some time to 'think it over'. That's a great delaying tactic. FWIW, the job is not officially 'offered' unless they have sent you a written offer letter that contains all of the details. If...
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    Additional Position?

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

    Question - if you are changing specialties, how will you obtain training in the new specialty area? How is this going to work out for your schedule? It would be very unusual to hire a PRN nurse...
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    Job opportunities BSN vs. MSN new grads

    HouTx replied to mhphilotimo7's topic in First Year After Licensure

    As a health care professional, you have a much better understanding of our industry and what is on the horizon. The "nursing shortage" that was predicted (based on demographic-driven demands) just...
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    Relocating for a job

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

    I am so sorry you are faced with such a tough decision in order to get your nursing career started. It's a double-whammy, stress-wise.... not only coping with transition from student to staff, but...
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    New grad nurse in hospital and feel like I won't make it through orientation.

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

    As an educator who has worked with new grads for plenty-five years, the OP's situation is very familiar. In my experience, the primary stumbling block to managing a 'full load' assignment is the...
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    Nurse/Patient ratio - what's too much

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

    Accepting a 'supervisory' position as a new grad is risky. Will the DON be immediately available for assistance when you need it? If not, this is not an acceptable position for a new grad, no matter...
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    New grad preceptor relationship

    HouTx replied to Showsmejoy's topic in General Nursing

    At some point in any training or orientation period, there may come a time when it is necessary to "foam the runway". This is when you point out what is surely going to be the unfortunate outcome if...
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    Honeymoon phase wears off after a year--job or not

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

    I am a (very) experienced nurse -- sounds better than just saying "old", doesn't it?. Each time I started I job, I experienced the same type of enthusiasm and excitement... in some cases, it lasted...
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    Introverted Nurse

    HouTx replied to mpgj83's topic in Nursing Career

    Please don't confuse introversion with shyness or avoidance of social interaction. I am, as measured on multiple well-known personality assessments, an extrovert. But I have an aversion to crowds,...
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    Hesitant to enter nursing..but why?

    HouTx replied to Kylie53189's topic in Nursing Career

    ENTP here. While I do believe in the power of self-exploration and introspection, personality assessments are only designed to provide you with greater insight into your motivators and...
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    New nurse jaded preceptor

    HouTx replied to ocennia's topic in Nursing Career

    If at all possible, please discuss this with your department educator. This person should NEVER be allowed to precept - heck, I'd keep him completely away from new hires. Staff like him are...
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    no call after my interview

    HouTx replied to yarong321's topic in Nursing Career

    You didn't do anything wrong. The problem is with the manager that conducted the interview - and failed to uphold a promise to follow up with you. This really tics me off! Obligations like this...