HouTx BSN, MSN, EdD

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    Best cost effective route to BSN (already having a BS in unrelated field)

    HouTx replied to renaia's topic in Texas Nursing

    in our area, you're going to be hard-pressed to obtain a job in any acute care facility with an ADN. There are ADN jobs in non-acute settings, but these tend to have lower salaries and fewer...
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    Early Morning Nurses (and Nursing Students)

    HouTx replied to oldsockventriloquist's topic in General Nursing

    OK - as a prospective nurse, this would be a great time to look into "evidence-based practice" in order to make the right decisions. There is a TON of research on the subject of sleep. Recent...
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    MSN - CNL coursework

    HouTx replied to LogCabinMom's topic in Post Graduate Students

    I can understand OP's frustration. Although I have taught online courses, I found that I much prefer traditional environments for my own learning - because I highly value the real-time interactions...
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    MSN, $60-$75K, worth it?

    HouTx replied to peanutfish's topic in Post Graduate Students

    Hiring manager perspective here - entry-level MSN grads are competing for exactly the same entry-level new grad jobs as the ADN and BSN grads. Tacking on the "Clinical Nurse Leader" appellation does...
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    Medic to RN?

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

    When you say "medic", are you referring to first responder (EMT, Paramedic, etc) or military? Clarification
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    Breaking into Critical Care

    HouTx replied to ElectricS1X's topic in Nursing Career

    Is it possible to move into ICU with your current employer? If so, make sure that people know you want to do this. Talk to your current manager first in order to avoid any unpleasantness later on....
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    Which route do I take, ADN or BSN to be a CRNA?

    HouTx replied to DrewThomas's topic in Nursing Career

    Do not confuse educational degree with clinical licensure. An MSN is required - but not sufficient - to obtain licensure as a CRNA. Upon completion of your basic degree, you will still have to pass...
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    One year in...calling seasoned nurses

    HouTx replied to Cody_ody_ody's topic in Nursing Career

    Totally agree with pursuing nationally recognized certifications... this is the most relevant pathway for clinical career development. It is a credential that is understood by all prospective US...
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    Disclose FNP school during interview?

    HouTx replied to kynurse08's topic in Nursing Career

    Wow, that's a tough one. Keep in mind that very few clinical management roles are strictly limited to 'office hours', particularly if it is a first-line manager who is responsible for direct care...
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    How do I go about resigning?

    HouTx replied to NURSEJSS's topic in Nursing Career

    PP is correct. It's good practice to make sure that your resignation letter is essentially positive (srsly). Be sure to thank your manager for hiring you & giving you the opportunities for...
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    RN Labor & Delivery which course I need to study

    HouTx replied to Indre32's topic in General Students

    Hi there, I'm not knowledgeable about the process for obtaining US licensure - but it sounds like you already have that figured out. I can recommend a wonderful source of online OB education that can...
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    Licensed to Practice Nursing, or not to practice nursing?

    HouTx replied to Broinpgs's topic in Nursing Career

    In my part of the country, experienced LVNs are being employed as scribes - doing all the manual documentation in the EHR while accompanying the doc on rounds so the doc only has to verify &...
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    Did your employer help with job placement after an injury?

    HouTx replied to NotAllWhoWandeRN's topic in Nurse Disabilities

    I am appalled at how badly y'all have been treated. I also find it pretty ironic that - a few years ago - OSHA published Evidence-based lifting recommendations for health car - 25 lbs. yup. Higher...
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    Might be held accountable for something I did not do

    HouTx replied to cool88's topic in Men in Nursing

    Hmm - If you were working during the time period in question, there would be some sort of evidence to support your assertion. Can't you just show her the documentation - med admin, chart notes,...
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    Legal analysis of race-based staffing at patient request

    HouTx replied to RiskManager's topic in General Nursing

    Very interesting question - I can't wait to see the feedback. How would it have impacted this case if there had been a Psych consult with a consequent physician directive to restrict the race/gender...
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    Looking for an RN-MSN program

    HouTx replied to hlk4227's topic in General Nursing

    CONGRATULATIONS on your accomplishment! It's wonderful that you are committed to career advancement, but I suggest that you take a bit of time. First, get your practice started and work on...
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    Capella RN to MSN

    HouTx replied to BenjaminsMom's topic in Online Distance Learning

    If you are aiming for a career in nursing education and aren't already working in this area, this is not the best program because of the lack of a practicum. There are practical skills that can't be...
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    Online MSN without practicum?

    HouTx replied to KCMnurse's topic in Online Distance Learning

    Hang in there. The practicum is actually the heart of the program in which you get a chance to actually apply all those ideas you've learned. It also opens the door to actual career opportunities....
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    Pre-Nursing at a University transfer to a Community College?

    HouTx replied to aveonurse2b's topic in General Students

    Even though the process may be shorter, I think you may discover that the CC ADN programs are also based on a two-step model... 1. complete pre-requisites THEN 2. apply to nursing program. Admission...
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    Finished my first hard science pre-req!

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

    Totally COOL!!!! I remember how surprised I was to find that I not only had a knack for chemistry, but actually enjoyed it a lot. Of course that was back when we only had 4 elements - earth, wind,...
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    Only taking 2 classes in first semester. Bad idea?

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

    If you're eligible for financial aid, make sure you understand the course load requirements. Disbursements are tied to your status as a 'full time' or 'part time' student. If you haven't filled out...
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    For profit LVN to BSN or Community College for ADN

    HouTx replied to idreamofnursing17's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Before you make any irreversible decisions, PLEASE talk to the financial/admissions folks at the CC. You may be eligible for financial aid such as a Pell Grant, particularly if you haven't tapped...
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    Getting into nursing school.

    HouTx replied to infermera03's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I know of two Chief Nursing Officers (one PhD & one MSN) who both started their academic journey with GEDs. Anything is possible. Contact the schools in which you're interested. They can provide...
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    I was terminated

    HouTx replied to Sheila063's topic in Nursing Career

    From the information you provided, you did not 'delegate' the resp tx to the CNA - she took it upon herself to assume that responsibility and step out of her role. Are you sure that this has to be...
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    Cancer Made Me a Better Nurse

    HouTx replied to VioletKaliLPN's topic in General Nursing

    Me too! Me too! Defeated it twice.... two completely different varieties. Maybe we should have our own online community, huh? Being on the other end of the thermometer - for any reason - helps us...