HouTx BSN, MSN, EdD

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    Starting Out on the Right Foot

    HouTx replied to dolphin1966's topic in Nursing Career

    LOL - 'traits' have a genetic connotation (blue eyes, height, etc). I don't think it's possible to alter your DNA to make you more successful in a job. I think that you may be referring to...
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    What job seems more fun: EMT or RN?

    HouTx replied to NOLAgirl2's topic in Nursing Career

    Also, keep in mind that some cities (like Houston) require all Paramedics to be FireFighters - so the career path is a bit more
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    new grad RN jobs in Dallas-Fortworth area

    HouTx replied to heidiirene72's topic in Nursing Career

    If you're in an accelerated program, and won't be able to complete the 'Masters portion', what degree will you have at the end? If you don't have a BSN, you're going to have a great deal of...
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    New Grad Failed Lift Test

    HouTx replied to KerriaBoo22's topic in Nursing Career

    AAAARRRRRGGGGGHHHHH I cannot believe that anyone (let alone a Federal employer that should know better) is using the lift-a-box assessment. There is a plethora of evidence available - human beings...
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    not sure if i'm qualified, please advise

    HouTx replied to aubreyy_32's topic in Nursing Career

    We here on AN have no idea how that employer set up their online application process. They may have built-in filters that automatically screen out anyone who does not meet certain criteria but...
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    Question for Lonestar RN graduates...

    HouTx replied to Boymom3's topic in Texas Nursing

    Congrats to the PP for having a job lined up - but a Bachelor degree in 'something else' is not sufficient to be hired in hospitals that are seeking BSN grads. Qualifications are based on nursing...
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    Eagle Pass update

    HouTx replied to mom35's topic in Texas Nursing

    PLEASE take a look at the overall instability/violence related to ongoing struggles amongst the Mexican drug cartels before making a decision to move to this area. Eagle Pass is a border city smack...
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    Houston: Help Choosing a Hospital to Work At

    HouTx replied to kimpatrtan's topic in Texas Nursing

    All are Magnet organizations with similar benefit structures. If you're interested in CVICU, either The Methodist (yes, "The" is part of their name) or St. Lukes are your best bets. Both have...
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    I worry about if I will be a good nurse...

    HouTx replied to tenjuna's topic in General Nursing

    It takes effort to become competent - and to maintain it. Experience does not always result in expertise/competency, as some people don't learn from their experience while others take advantage of...
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    Misrepresentation as a "nurse" - Advice Appreciated!

    HouTx replied to nicket07's topic in General Nursing

    Like all things 'licensure-related', this varies by state. In Tx, "nurse" is a protected title. You cannot use it unless you are either an RN or LVN. Violators (using the title) are given a...
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    cried in front of my boss, is it too bad?

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

    My organization not only recognizes the emotional aspect of clinical care, but provides structures & resources for clinicians who are experiencing distress. We have pro-active processes in place...
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    How to turn down an assignment

    HouTx replied to CrystalSSA's topic in General Nursing

    Actually, the Texas Safe Harbor process does not mean that you can just 'refuse' the assignment - but it does provide the nurse with a formal means of documenting the fact that the nurse is protesting...
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    Labtop or ipad for nursing school?

    HouTx replied to cnoto34's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Just to add to the confusion - ASUS Transformer tablets are available in either Android or Windows 8... they have optional click-on keyboards (that contain a backup battery), so they can function like...
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    What do you all think of Galen College of Nursing?

    HouTx replied to bpharkins7's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Troll??? This is WillSanders first and only post. But includes information that comes directly from Galen's advertising materials. Or maybe I'm just a suspicious old bat. Either way, I wouldn't...
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    Include Stay at Home Mom on Application Resume?

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

    You should only list professional information and "work" experience on your resume - never personal information. SAHM is personal. If you provide unsolicited personal information, you are opening...
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    Can an unlicensed manager evaluate nurses?

    HouTx replied to guest64485's topic in Nursing Career

    There are very specific regulations from a variety of sources that specify that nursing care must be evaluated by a qualified nurse (CMS, JC, CARF, etc.). Your state nurse practice act will also...
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    Internal transfer vs Relocation

    HouTx replied to KPRN2011's topic in Nursing Career

    I think you should try to negotiate an internal transfer with your current employer. It seems that you are satisfied with the working conditions & salary - not a good idea to give them up for an...
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    Is it possible to go to school there and transfer to a hospital here?

    HouTx replied to Ms Petite 93's topic in Florida Nursing

    Unless you are talking about a hospital-based diploma program, or entered into a contract with the hospital to fund your education, the hospital has no connection to the school other than providing a...
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    cardiac rehab nursing

    HouTx replied to twinner05's topic in Men in Nursing

    Was your degree in kinesiology? I met some of those folks when in doctoral classes. Very impressive field that I knew absolutely nothing about before meeting them - LOL. Some of them worked in...
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    Unsure of many bsn options

    HouTx replied to dt70's topic in Men in Nursing

    Hmm - so you're looking at 2-ish (academic) years to complete your BCS + ? semesters to complete nursing pre-reqs in order to qualify for a 16-18 month ABSN... as opposed to 4 yrs to do your BSN...
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    Why are people criticizing my choice to get an ASN?

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

    If you are not listed as dependent on your mother's tax return, you should not be classified as dependent for FAFSA. If she is still claiming you (to pay lower taxes) you need to make this stop....
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    Getting into a Good, cheap nursing school

    HouTx replied to bpharkins7's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    All is not lost. It is much easier to overcome GPA problems when you only have a few hours on your transcript. With some hard work and diligence, you can raise your GPA pretty dramatically after a...
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    How should I prepare?

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

    You will not be able to succeed in nursing school without improving your English skills. Without adequate spoken and written communication skills, you will not be able to communicate effectively with...
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    from med/surg and stepdown to pre-op

    HouTx replied to srleslie's topic in Nursing Career

    There may be some confusion as to what you are referring to, since the "pre op" area in many hospitals is essentially an outpt/ambulatory department. I am assuming that this is what you are looking...
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    Switching to another specialty after NICU?

    HouTx replied to Jnorth's topic in Nursing Career

    ICU competency is fairly transferable between settings because all humans share the same basic body systems. Based on my own experience, you just have to adjust your mental models to suit the 'normal'...