HouTx BSN, MSN, EdD

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    How many of you guys cant find jobs?

    HouTx replied to nyrn310's topic in Men in Nursing

    My organization gives preference to veterans - no matter what gender. It just happens that most vets are male, so that is one area of preference that we are very proud of. Other than that, there is...
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    Career Change

    HouTx replied to MrTexas's topic in General Students

    llg is correct (as usual). Hospitals in large Tx cities are restricting new grads to BSN only. However, community hospitals, small cities & rural hospitals are still ADN friendly at this time....
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    Dealing with those who don't seem to really care for paitents

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

    I understand your instructor's desire not to "make waves" that could possibly interfere with the availability of a clinical training site. Maybe you can't do anything right now, but I would urge you...
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    26, starting from the bottom, do I really stand a chance???

    HouTx replied to JensMom520's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    In 4 years, you can either be a 4 year older NURSE or just 4 years older wishing you had started 'back then'. You won't be eligible for Social Security until you are 69 or 70... so what better way to...
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    Am I stupid for not doing the ABSN?

    HouTx replied to ruby1989's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Our hiring managers are avoiding ABSN grads due to problems they have encountered - lack of exposure/acculturation to healthcare, poor clinical preparation, not 'fitting in' with other new grad hires,...
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    Brand new RN, 2 weeks into job, made charge nurse....difficult staff!!!!

    HouTx replied to KristinaDuBois's topic in Nurse Management

    You are really in a difficult position. Is there any chance of repairing your work relationship with the LPN? Maybe just sit down and have a frank discussion in which you acknowledge his expertise...
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    LVN asked me my rate and told my trainer, which turns out its $2 higher

    HouTx replied to konoha's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    Sadly, this is not an unusual situation. Hospitals are notoriously bad at keeping up with market conditions for their incumbent staff. For the last few years, annual raises have averaged ~ 3%. At...
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    Getting another job after working 6wks at my first job... Lucky or doomed?

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

    Sorry to rain on the parade, but it is extremely unlikely you will be able to work both ICU & your current job because (if I am understanding your situation correctly), you have no ICU experience...
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    Can I pull this off??????

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

    The bad news - we've all had nightmare shifts that seemed endless. It comes with the territory - no matter what clinical area you work in. But the good news: * There are far more 'good' shifts than...
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    What to do?quit? stay? look?

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

    It sounds as though you have already pursued a remedy via your chain of command but gotten nowhere. If so, I urge you to make an appointment with your HR department. You deserve to be treated fairly...
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    First new grad job: ICU vs. other?

    HouTx replied to ICU-RN89's topic in Nursing Career

    I began my career in ICU - loved it and remained there. My organization hires new grads into ICU via a 12 week residency with very good results. Any department can be "good" for new grads if they can...
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    Tired of feeling unappreciated and disrespected.

    HouTx replied to allisontodd's topic in Nursing Career

    This does not have anything to do with age. Nasty doesn't discriminate. There can be a ton of contributing factors, but non of them excuse this type of behavior. The type of interactions described...
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    Hospital Admin career

    HouTx replied to BirthBabes&Boobs's topic in Nursing Career

    Agree with PPs. If you want to 'climb the ladder' within nursing , an MSN is essential. However, if you're interested in non-nursing areas, an MHA is the way to go. Be sure to select a program that...
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    Trying to move out of small town

    HouTx replied to nicknoriel's topic in Nursing Career

    I admire your realistic attitude and flexibility! Keep in mind that you will probably need to have a license in in the state in which you are applying. These days, there is a definite surplus of new...
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    Going from Respiratory therapist to Registered Nurse?

    HouTx replied to msr91331's topic in Nursing Career

    I do know of some instances in which RNs in (very) rural hospitals are crosstrained to assume ventilator & other RT duties if there is no RT available. So I suppose having a dual background would...
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    At a cross roads and really need some advice...

    HouTx replied to pnkgirl25's topic in Nursing Career

    I completely agree with the "no debt" PPs. Student loans are a horrible burden. Even if you can maintain timely payments, the high debt load will drag down your credit rating & this has a...
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    Which nursing areas are most in demand?

    HouTx replied to sourapril's topic in Nursing Career

    Please clarify. Are you wanting to know from the 'demand' (employer) side or areas that are most popular among nurses wanting to enter that field? If you are talking in terms of jobs, there is...
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    Do I need a Texas License before they'll even consider me?

    HouTx replied to greyL's topic in Texas Nursing

    With the surplus of new grads these days, it is unlikely that any employer in an urban area will consider anyone who is not 'good to go'. This may not be the case in rural areas or smaller cities -...
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    I'm Not a Nurse, but I am Deliberating It...

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

    A bit of caution here - Nursing is no longer the 'fail safe' career it was for your mother. New grads are having a very difficult time finding jobs. The total number of nursing positions has...
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    Nursing Program for Low GPA

    HouTx replied to elle333's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    What makes you think that you can be successful in nursing education - or any other health science - if you have been unable to cope with these classes in the past? Nursing is a science-based...
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    What should I do in Chicago?

    HouTx replied to LLP25's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Honestly, if nursing is what you really want to do, I encourage you to take a more traditional route. I work with a very large, multi-state organization. Our recruiters prefer generic BSN grads,...
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    I'm getting a little frustrated here.

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

    I know two nurse executives whose academic careers began with GEDs - both were HS dropouts. One is a CRNA, EdD. and the other is an MSN, PhD. Anything is possible. I agree with PPs - work on your...
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    Student loans

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

    Consolidate & lock in a low interest rate while you still can. The legislature is currently trying to wrestle back a proposed rate hike, but this may not happen. You may also want to explore...
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    Question & Advice Needed (Please read)

    HouTx replied to bopeep82's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    You are very smart to ensure your own future ability to support yourself & kids if the need arises but you are the best person to make this decision. Only you can evaluate the potential impact on...
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    Advice about applying for unit secretary

    HouTx replied to sh1015's topic in Nursing Career

    I certainly sympathize with your situation.... hope that hubby will be equally accommodating to support you in the way you have supported him. I would avoid mentioning the Masters degree - it will...