HouTx BSN, MSN, EdD

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    Texas Board of Nursing

    HouTx replied to mrboast's topic in Texas Nursing

    Members of the BON are appointed by the Governor - just like all other professional licensing boards. Board members have very little to do with daily operations which are managed by administrative...
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    Hospital unit not using SBAR format vent

    HouTx replied to ohmeowzer RN's topic in General Nursing

    I have seen different versions of the OP's situation whenever a newbie is promoted to a position of authority... they always tend to make the same type of mistakes when trying to exert "I'm the boss"...
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    Shocked...Confused...& Terminated=SAD "(

    HouTx replied to NrsLucky's topic in General Nursing

    It is very uplifting to see such a quick outpouring of support from colleagues for the OP. However, referring back to the original scenario - in TX, a physician can direct ANYONE to do just about...
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    Should I relocate from new York to Houston texas?

    HouTx replied to Rgomez04's topic in Texas Nursing

    Houstonian here - I agree with PP's. I would urge the OP to actually spend some time in Houston before making a move. It is a very different environment & not everyone's cuppa tea. Recent...
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    Did you ever get turned in for neglect after being given too many patients?

    HouTx replied to Alnitak7's topic in General Nursing

    This is exactly why my state (and man others) have "safe harbor" regulations that provide a nurse with immunity from prosecution due to situations that arise from unsafe conditions that the nurse...
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    Are there any hospitals in the Houston area hiring new grad RNs?

    HouTx replied to Deetail's topic in Texas Nursing

    I am (right this minute) in the company of educators from a variety of TMC orgaizations. They plan to continue hiring BSN grads into their extablished "entry" programs but all of them have a...
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    RN BSN with non-nursing master degree

    HouTx replied to rniam143's topic in Nursing Career

    Question - what is the source of your "board certification"? Are you interested in moving into nursing administration or an NP role? If nursing administration is your goal, you will be unable to...
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    Experienced Nurse Seeking Career Advice

    HouTx replied to lynndelaga's topic in Nursing Career

    Hmm - you obviously have mad skills in your area of expertise but I agree with your conclusion that a BSN or higher is needed to move ahead in your career. This may not be the case if you can land a...
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    Why is it always "Fire the nurse"

    HouTx replied to Simply Complicated's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    wow - just wow. i am not an ob nurse & have absolutely no expertise in that area. however, i am a nurse educator, so i have quite a bit of expertise when it comes to developing and maintaining...
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    The ridiculousness of basing reimbursement on customer satisfaction

    HouTx replied to wooh's topic in General Nursing

    The OP is referring to HCAHPS (HCAHPS - Facts Page) which is going to determine payment rates to hospitals. I agree with the principle of not paying the same amount for crappy service that you pay...
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    going to graduate from highschool, want to become a nurse, where do I start?

    HouTx replied to virgo1994's topic in Nursing Career

    I agree with advice from PPs. At your age, BSN is the clear choice. You need to explore Federal student loan repayment options associated with working in an 'underserved' area after you become...
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    thinking about quitting.. please help..

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

    I agree with GrnTea. I would also strongly advise the OP to talk to her manager/supervisor. Of course recognizing & dealing with our own problems can be much more difficult than providing care to...
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    Opportunity? Helpful or Hurtful? Help Please!

    HouTx replied to Sarah96's topic in Nursing Career

    Sarah, If the 'tech prep' coursework does not interfere or prevent you from completing the other courses required for college-bound students, I say Go For It! All of the topics you described will...
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    is this a nursing trick you would use?

    HouTx replied to onthejourney's topic in General Nursing

    Yes - I used it all the time when I worked in neuro trauma. It works very well with confused male
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    Culture Shock!!!!

    HouTx replied to MeldogRN's topic in Texas Nursing

    Native Texas here... Sorry you feel overwhelmed. But I'm sure that running around outside without a coat in January will make up for a lot of it - LOL. Where are you located? Sounds like you must...
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    Gap in education between MDs and RNs

    HouTx replied to KalipsoRed21's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    I agree with the OP - nursing education is at a disadvantage when compared to physician education. There are many reasons for this, but the biggest is FUNDING. There are Federal subsidies for...
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    Already have an MBA--BSN or MSN? Career change question

    HouTx replied to EvesBayou's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    If you're interested in moving into nursing management/administration, I would advise obtaining a BSN & getting experience prior to obtaining your MSN. Nurse managers/leaders have to have...
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    CAN'T FIND AN RN JOB!!!

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

    Unfortunately, hiring managers are going to look at your work history and assume that you will probably bail on them also. This will make them very reluctant to invest in your orientation and...
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    RN-MSN?

    HouTx replied to LMcCary's topic in General Nursing

    I'm a bit confused. You have to have an MSN to become a CRNA. APRN is just a generic category for 'advanced practice RN' (NP, CNM, etc) and those require an MSN also. You will have to have a...
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    Grad Nurse In Need of Employment Advice!!!!

    HouTx replied to P31Nrs's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I know, it's really grim out there. I know of a few community hospitals in the area that have recently stopped hiring new grads because they have no funding to support an extended orientation &...
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    Career move: Advice?

    HouTx replied to FSUNurse2b's topic in Nursing Career

    Jason - how did your meeting with the academic advisor go? Have you made up your mind yet? I agree (as usual) with llg and want to point out that there are a lot of ways to bring 'meaning' to one's...
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    Older RNs, job market for experienced RN

    HouTx replied to spencerma2's topic in Nursing Career

    Experienced nurses are still getting jobs in the Houston area - especially if they have mad skills in a high-demand area such as CVICU or OB. I haven't heard any problems related to age from any of...
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    No Programs - Getting Frustrated

    HouTx replied to x_factor's topic in General Students

    Note to OP - if you can get accepted into an LSU program - GO FOR IT!! Based on hiring experience of facilities in my company, their grads are top-notch. We love LSU grads, especially LSU-A. It...
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    Gen X,Gen Y,baby boomers in the work place

    HouTx replied to ktwlpn's topic in General Nursing

    Boomer here --- I am really enjoying this thread. On behalf of a generation that feels as though it's our fault everything is messed up, and has been on a decades-long collective guilt trip for...
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    Are you "required" to volunteer?

    HouTx replied to brillohead's topic in General Students

    Is this a requirement related to your school's mission? A lot of faith-based schools (high school, prep school & college) have a similar requirement. Otherwise, I don't get it either.... are...