HouTx BSN, MSN, EdD

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    Manager wrote defaming remark on IR that also goes to county

    HouTx replied to soregonnurse's topic in General Nursing

    Hmm - Federal laws protected whistle blowers from retaliation. If the OP feels that this issue is a 'soft' form of retaliation, it could be actionable, thereby exposing the organization to even more...
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    lost job on orientation. should I put the job on the resume?

    HouTx replied to nycClara's topic in Nursing Career

    Sorry, but if you received a check from that job, you need to include it on your resume & job applications. It will turn up the minute a potential employer does a superficial background check on...
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    PRN position and new grad

    HouTx replied to rumwynnieRN's topic in Nursing Career

    Many hospitals in my organization began hiring new grads into PRN float positions simply as a way to give them employment since there weren't any FT positions open and they felt they had a commitment...
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    Problems with constructive criticism

    HouTx replied to nursecandace737's topic in General Students

    I completely agree with GrnTea's response. I (& other ancients) are more likely to have grown up with the "you want something to cry about?" parenting model. We received critical feedback on a...
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    Pls HELP!! Confused, Am I understanding this right?

    HouTx replied to scrlet's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    Congrats on digging deep to make sure you have a clearer understanding of this important concept. Remember how cardiac valves actually operate. AV valves are passive.... the automatically open when...
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    Military certified LVN trying to go RN

    HouTx replied to wmnadeem's topic in LPN to RN

    THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR YOUR SERVICE ... Yes, you will have to take some pre-requisite classes to advance your education. The vast majority of LP/VN programs are 'clock hour' programs... they are not...
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    New Nurse getting forced into Float Pool...Need Advice!

    HouTx replied to RNmomFirst's topic in Nursing Career

    OK, your last post makes your situation a bit clearer. Your actual work status doesn't seem to have changed.... just the fact that you now will have to work on other floors - and you used to work...
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    One year off between school and work for maternity

    HouTx replied to JennypennyBsn's topic in Nursing Career

    Wow - Houston has become a really tough market for new grads. Even the ones fresh out of school are having difficulty. Healthcare changes so rapidly that even a couple of years out of the workforce...
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    San Antonio ER Nursing

    HouTx replied to leighTX's topic in Texas Nursing

    Are you a BSN student? Keep in mind that the larger facilities/systems are only hiring BSN grads. Are you interested in trauma? Pedi? In any setting, tax-supported hospitals always have the most...
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    ICU RN relocating from NY to Texas

    HouTx replied to coffeecake91501's topic in Texas Nursing

    Your experience should be able to offset the lack of a BSN. However, I would encourage you to focus on small to mid-size cities until you actually have your BSN since the larger ones are firmly in...
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    MD Anderson Clinical Residency - Houston

    HouTx posted a topic in Texas Nursing

    Hey everyone, I just noticed that MD Anderson is soliciting applications for their new grad residency (BSN required). Even though they prefer students who have had a rotation at an MDA facility,...
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    How to Dress For an Interview (Guy) - Help

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

    Agree. The fact that you took a great deal of effort to look good for the interview? It is a clear expression of how much you want the job. This will also be apparent to your interviewer(s). When...
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    Question about 8hr shifts and ability to travel - advice please!!

    HouTx replied to lullaby's topic in General Nursing

    Congratulations! On your job offer and very understanding and supportive
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    Am I asking too much from a nurse?

    HouTx replied to monkey2008's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I'm glad you're able to be there for your dad. It is a great learning experience for you also - more insight into what the patient's family goes through. It will definitely make you a better nurse....
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    Caring for a patient with Dementia; First day of Clinical

    HouTx replied to wwilson2's topic in General Students

    Since you can't realistically communicate with her via cognitive means (verbal, written) that doesn't mean that you can't do it through touch and caring. This is the essence of "comfort care". If...
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    After a month, I want to be done...

    HouTx replied to brianycpht's topic in General Students

    Agree with PPs. As a "numbers guy" you already know that it doesn't make sense to continue to invest in a losing proposition. If it's already clear that nursing is not what you want to do, it is not...
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    Can't find a job. New Grad RN!

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

    What area of the country are you in? Jobs are much harder to find in large, urban areas. Although you aren't ready to relocate, you may have to
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    When is too soon to Get a new job?

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

    Well, taking a PRN position would be a great way to "phase in" your transition to a different job. BUT (you knew it was coming, right?) when you change clinical specialties, there is a significant...
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    I've been a CNA...

    HouTx replied to pacjeffery's topic in Nursing Career

    First of all, I would advise you to postpone that baby for a while. You have enough stressful hoops to jump through without ramping it up to that extent - especially since you have a "long distance...
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    i need help with new career directions for old rural nurse

    HouTx replied to suelson's topic in Nursing Career

    First of all, you are not "old", you are "tenured", "seasoned", "highly expert". . . anything but old - LOL. It just sucks that you are left in this situation through absolutely no fault of your own....
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    New Grad In Home Health

    HouTx replied to gray07's topic in Nursing Career

    EEEK. If your employer is expecting you to begin providing Home Care without any training - it's completely inappropriate and may potentially be setting you up for violation of your nurse practice...
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    Is bringing dougnuts for my clinical unit o.k.?

    HouTx replied to ammonthenephite's topic in General Nursing

    YES YES YES You are now the most favorite-est student
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    Concealed Carry...as a nurse?

    HouTx replied to mcknis's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    Wow - hot topic, right? But that's pretty much guaranteed when the discussion veers into political or religious territory. Nothing very wise to add but just an observation. I know of many many many...
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    Ways to assure employment

    HouTx replied to thelittledoe's topic in General Students

    If you are a student nurse, join your local (state) nursing association. There are three levels of membership - national (ANA), state, and local. I maintain a three-level membership, but there are...
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    I'm so confused

    HouTx replied to libra241990's topic in Licensure: Criminal History

    Were you turned down for jobs due to a background check? If so, that will most likely prevent you from obtaining a job as a nurse also. You may need to look in another career