HouTx BSN, MSN, EdD

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    Topics for Leadership & Mgmt Presentations

    HouTx replied to romaryles's topic in General Students

    If you want something interesting that will most likely create some buzz (and controversy), you may want to focus on the challenges of leading a multi-generational workforce. EVERY time I have...
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    Applying for MSN- HELP :(

    HouTx replied to FutureGradNurse's topic in General Students

    Srry - all the grad schools I know utilize APA format. We're science, not liberal arts - I would include some reference to actual teaching experience... even if it's working as a peer tutor,...
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    Online BSN

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

    You may be looking for a unicorn... there's no such thing as a 100% online pre-licensure nursing program. There are components of nursing education that can only be accomplished by dealing with the...
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    Premium or bid pay lost

    HouTx replied to KatieLynnRN's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    In my experience, this is a common practice. I have tried to explain this issue to nurse administrators who are puzzled about why their staff won't bid for shifts until the very last part of the pay...
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    So nurses, what is our role now? Unity?

    HouTx replied to murphychen's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    Kudos to you OP!! Our political arm is ANA. I believe that working with your local and state nursing association is the most effective way to mobilize. I've been a tri-level member (local, TNA &...
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    I think I made a med error with an antibiotic and didn't realize??

    HouTx replied to jeddyl's topic in General Nursing

    My organization has nearly a total ban on peripheral IV phenergan because of the horrific consequences that are associated with it, including loss of limb. When in doubt & no policy is available,...
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    Wage/salary

    HouTx replied to laughlove's topic in General Nursing

    Hospitals have a salary matrix that determines the salary range for each job code. Your position on the range is based on specific criteria (years of experience, certifications, etc). There is...
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    I would like to ask you some questions

    HouTx replied to lyric34's topic in General Nursing

    My first career was in journalism. One of the first and most basic rules is to be very aware of the subtle intrusion of bias into any story.... by asking for a volunteer sample, you will only receive...
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    Nursing is Just a Job - Common Myths in Nursing

    HouTx replied to The_Optimist's topic in General Nursing

    I agree with OP's premise... don't buy into the stereotypes. But - nursing (like other licensed professionals) is different than regular jobs. We actually have to 'serve two masters'... our BON &...
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    Best MSN programs?

    HouTx replied to nenurse1's topic in Online Distance Learning

    A colleague just enrolled in Aspen (MSN-Edu). It seems to be pretty solid, and the cost is much less than
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    PLEASE HELP! I AM STRESSED TO THE MAX!! How long do Prerequisites last?

    HouTx replied to Ms.Gainer92's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    PPs are offering great information and advice. Nursing is a health science profession. The success of our nursing practice depends upon our ability to apply some fairly complex concepts. In order...
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    Orientation length fir exp. Nurses switching specialties?

    HouTx replied to Wandrlust's topic in General Nursing

    Since you have a great foundation, this should definitely be adequate. However, I would advise you to work with your manager & educator to develop a list of specific objectives you will need to...
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    Do most nurses not like writing papers?

    HouTx replied to purplegal's topic in General Nursing

    I'm enjoying all the comments to this thread. This is actually one of those 'universal benefits' of education. John Dewey (educational theorist) called it "incidental learning" - the skills &...
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    Is one C on my transcript going to kill me?

    HouTx replied to bigdreams01's topic in General Students

    It could very well have an impact on grad school admission, particularly for very popular programs. However, most grad schools also consider standardized test (GRE, MAT, etc) score submission. If...
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    MA to BSN Advice, counsel, thoughts....

    HouTx replied to Lisa2.0's topic in General Students

    I understand your viewpoint, but I believe you are misinformed about levels of responsibility that are associated with administrative positions. Bedside nurses are responsible for their own actions...
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    Another Discussion about Accreditation

    HouTx replied to MILakeGal's topic in General Students

    I'm confused. If it is a "large well established program", why aren't they already
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    My professor is an LPN in a BSN program

    HouTx replied to Chadnurse's topic in General Students

    Hmm - this is an interesting situation. Since I would assume that the course she is teaching (psych) is intended to teach RN nursing practice, I really don't understand how she could do this as she...
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    I Need A Plan B. Care to help? NCLEX dilemma

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

    You could certainly work in an unlicensed position, as a patient care tech. If you have sufficient expertise, you could work as a monitor tech or phlebotomist. Have you investigated the process...
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    Los Angeles, Ca; Soon to be MSN in progress; will hospitals not want me?

    HouTx replied to smmu1124's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    There is a very good reason that hospitals prefer BSN. It is based upon incontrovertible evidence that high percentages of BSN staff are associated with significantly better patient outcomes in acute...
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    NP-MPH. Hospital vs home care for experience? And general advice

    HouTx replied to Digirols's topic in Nursing Career

    Honestly? I believe that home care is an ideal environment to prepare you for a career in PH. Acute care is only one part of the health care continuum - it's not the 'be all & end all' of...
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    Are we breaking the law?

    HouTx replied to lewismug's topic in HIPAA Challenges

    You are very wise. By 'signing' for a physician, you would be effectively practicing medicine without a license. I sincerely doubt whether the physician in question would have your back if a clinical...
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    When considering a nursing career..

    HouTx replied to Libby1987's topic in General Nursing

    There is a 'thing' in Organizational/Industry Psychology called realistic job preview. It has a profound effect upon job satisfaction, retention, etc. Basically, the research has shown that people...
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    Help, Struggling

    HouTx replied to neverbeensolost89's topic in General Nursing

    I understand the rationale behind that feedback. From patient's perspective, things are good if the nurse appears to be calm, cool & collected. This is the bedside (patient facing) demeanor we...
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    one class!

    HouTx replied to ChristiHamm8's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    THAT'S WONDERFUL!! The Universe is unfolding very nicely for you. I'm sending major mojo your way - for admission to the BSN
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    How to get over when you finally "made a mistake"?

    HouTx replied to Summers3's topic in First Year After Licensure

    PP is 100% correct. Humans make mistakes. Nurses are human. Therefore, nurses will make mistakes. The key is to learn from your mistakes and consciously avoid taking the path of "risky behaviors"...