HouTx BSN, MSN, EdD

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    Moving to Austin, Texas YEY!!!

    HouTx replied to pennylane18's topic in Texas Nursing

    Congratulations - I hope Austin lives up to your expectations. Suggest that you ask your nurse recruiter to recommend an Apartment locator service in the Austin area. They can find something to suit...
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    Dec 2012 grad. Still no job!

    HouTx replied to newGN2012's topic in Texas Nursing

    I think that the PP is referring to "Part Time" work. If your family is located in DFW, You're probably not able to relocate, but have you widened your search to include LTC, LTACHs & other...
  3. HouTx

    Finding a place to live

    HouTx replied to Mbart's topic in Texas Nursing

    Congrats! Which TMC facility? You are aware of the 'challenges' of working in that area, right? You'll be parking in a remote lot and catching a shuttle to work - this will add to your commute...
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    What do you really think about your Quality department?

    HouTx replied to QualityNurseRN's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    "Quality" is such a nebulous term that it has become meaningless. Maybe it would be a good idea to re-brand yourself with a name that reflects your actual purpose. The "Looking good for...
  5. HouTx

    Eliminating charge Nurse position

    HouTx replied to lilredmc's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    OH NO - not again. This brilliant (sarcasm) idea comes around every once in a while - promoted by the bean counters to reduce the labor budget. The "self-directed work team" was last promoted...
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    Should a nurse perform CPR to someone outside of the healthcare setting?

    HouTx replied to jjones1728's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    I respectfully differ with some of the PPs. Success rates for field resuscitation vary according to the circumstances. Near drowning, electrocution, asystole due to sudden chest impact (think...
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    Can't believe I'm a nursing student again...

    HouTx replied to HisTreasure's topic in General Students

    This is a very expensive educational option. Did you look at other programs that can provide you with exactly the same outcome for a fraction of the
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    Accepted to nursing school, but I'm not sure what I want to do afterwards?

    HouTx replied to Amcanarn's topic in General Students

    What is there about the role of NP that attracts you? I fear you may be caught up in the myths rather than the realities. Talk to some NPs to find out what their work is really like. Nursing is a...
  9. HouTx

    Is a nursing career for me?

    HouTx replied to lilwonder's topic in General Students

    Have you looked at other healthcare professions? There are many options out there - with much less stress than nursing & better long-term career
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    What to do after ADN at 20 yrs old?? College?? Work??

    HouTx replied to alexusleara's topic in General Students

    Hmm - the 'college experience' for nursing students is 180 degrees different from the fun majors. Late nights in the library instead of the local watering hole. Getting together for pharmacology...
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    Nursing student with ADHD, struggling in clinical!

    HouTx replied to milksgalore's topic in General Students

    Some clinical environments will always be more 'chaotic' than others - it's just the nature of the beast. In order to cope with a busy MedSurg/tele unit, you have to master the art of dealing with a...
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    can someone please explain first jobs?

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

    If they are willing to hire new grads (no experience required), they have structures & processes in place to support your transition in to the workplace. It's not necessary to have formal...
  13. HouTx

    Beware of multiple job postings.

    HouTx replied to serenitylove14's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    VERY VERY GOOD POINTS!!! Also remember, that no employer will pay more than they absolutely have to. If their salaries are higher, it's probably because that's the only way they can get anyone...
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    Am I on the right track?

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

    There is a very tight job market in the PacNW right now. It would help if you gained some experience prior to attempting to relocate. You're going to be competing with a huge number of new grads in...
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    Applying for jobs while completing last semester?

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

    Hospitals in my part of the country won't really process anything until you have a license. They don't want to invest resources if it turns out that you aren't actually qualified (licensed)....
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    Alternate GN Jobs in Austin, Tx (Not Seton or St. David's)

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

    Home Care is not a good option unless they have an orientation structure designed for new grads. You need more 'close at hand' supervision and assistance than most home care agencies can provide....
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    What states need nurses the most?

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

    Take a look at states that are experiencing population growth. These increases normally drive expansion in all service sectors. Large urban areas have a generous supply of new grads already, so you...
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    Field Nurse RN concerns

    HouTx replied to tenzntwentiez's topic in Nursing Career

    As a new grad, you need to be practicing under the close supervision of an experienced preceptor for a while. How will you manage the unexpected events that may arise? What about validation of your...
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    Can I still get into clinicals?

    HouTx replied to Kwaters001's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Timing can definitely make all the difference. Can you take some time off from school to allow your personal life to stabilize and care for your mother? Nursing school will still be there when you...
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    Corrections/agency or Med Surg/staff?

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

    "Corrections" can cover a multitude of different clinical settings. Some prisons have their own small acute care facilities as well as SNF-ish environments, while others may only offer clinic...
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    Will nurse practitioner employers care if you went to a community college?

    HouTx replied to selenamarie's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    By the time you achieve that NP, you will have obtained sufficient job experience to offset any issues that may have been associated with your entry-level degree. You need to choose a pathway that...
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    Nursing Hours

    HouTx replied to AshD1990's topic in General Nursing

    Agree with PPs. Some areas/employers do not have rotating shifts. In non-union hospitals, seniority does not give you any
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    Please NEED HELP - nursing student

    HouTx replied to DatMurse's topic in General Nursing

    I know it is not going to make you feel any better, but self-extubation is a common event in ICU. Patients have told me that they 'had' to do it because the experience was so horrible. That's why...
  24. HouTx

    I am an artist.

    HouTx replied to Daisy_08's topic in General Nursing

    Wonderful!! Thank you
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    Any other nurses have a baby voice?

    HouTx replied to BSNbeauty's topic in General Nursing

    If this really bothers you, or you feel that it a limiting factor in your career, I suggest you seek out the assistance from a Speech Therapist. They can help you sound more "normal" - that's what...