HouTx BSN, MSN, EdD

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    Eligibility expiring.

    HouTx replied to Gyanshieldsdad's topic in General Nursing

    It is your state's BON that makes these rules, NOT your school. Check with them (BON) to find out your
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    Carpool to work

    HouTx replied to Not Your Nurse's topic in General Nursing

    Many larger hospitals in my area have a process to match car/van poolers as well as discount programs that subsidize public transport (bus, train) for their employees. Ask your HR department about...
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    Anxiety has taken over

    HouTx replied to IndyRN12's topic in Health, Stress Management

    By all means, use your EAP resources. That's what they're for. If nothing else, they can point you in the right direction, with the appropriate referrals for additional
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    PCTs who just don't care....

    HouTx replied to Kharma711's topic in General Nursing

    Since it doesn't appear that you have the authority to do a formal counseling for this person's putrid job performance... you need to escalate to your supervisor or manager. Make an appointment with...
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    Switching specialties as a Nurse Practitioner

    HouTx replied to lyndsmar's topic in General Nursing

    Obviously, lots of folks have very strong support for FNPs. But - I have noticed an increasing number of 'top up' post-graduate programs for NPs who want to become qualified in an additional...
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    Community college or University?

    HouTx replied to LovelyNesha18's topic in General Nursing

    Basic rule - you don't have to even pretend to consider the academic advice of anyone who is NOT funding your education . Actually, recent studies have shown that community colleges are not as...
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    Diplomatic "reasons for leaving" on application

    HouTx replied to quazar's topic in General Nursing

    Wonderful suggestions - AN'ers are certainly a diplomatic bunch. I would add - NEVER badmouth a former employer. You never know what is going to happen in the future, so don't ever burn any
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    Type B in a Type A world

    HouTx replied to ThePrincessBride's topic in General Nursing

    OK - I'm not getting the "type A / type B" alignment here. Friedman & Rosenmann's 1950 study (where these terms originated) identified a distinct (Type A) personality that are highly competitive,...
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    ADN or BSN? Already have a BS in Health Administration

    HouTx replied to joey7364's topic in LPN to RN

    Sorry, but I have to echo PP - You'll need a BSN (and clinical experience) to gain an entry-level foothold into nursing management. It's our professional degree. An MSN will be required to move up the...
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    Need help from ICU RNs PLEASE!

    HouTx replied to chelsea1216's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    End of Life care is a great topic but you may be a bit off-base. ICU is very expensive with strict admission and discharge criteria in place to make sure it is not abused - e.g. physician or family...
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    Online Schools Accepted in NY

    HouTx replied to TAKOO01's topic in School, College Programs

    I'm a bit confused. If you're already a licensed nurse, your state of residence doesn't have any relevance to any additional degrees. A nationally accredited (ACEN or CCNE + appropriate regional...
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    MEPN - Hopkins vs Marquette - Which is the better option?

    HouTx replied to Idahome's topic in School, College Programs

    Honestly, since (if I'm understanding your post correctly) these are both pre-licensure programs... Masters Entry Program for Nursing ... the 'name recognition' won't make any difference. Everyone...
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    Working nights as a new grad?

    HouTx replied to PerkyNurse55's topic in General Students

    I know that nocs may be a bit scary because nursing students are not familiar with them, but they're nothing to fear. You may discover that it's a much better working environment than days. In my...
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    50 and making a dream come true.

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

    There are all sorts of 50+ year old people. Make sure that you come across as one of the high-energy, physically strong, open to new ideas & experiences, confident, capable .... etc. ones. Never...
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    Working & Going to school

    HouTx replied to Michael Lee's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Can you stay on in a part-time role? That may be preferable, both in terms of your resume and ongoing relations (references) with your current employer. If your "reason for leaving" is going to...
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    That one co-worker

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

    Sheesh..... dealing with a passive-aggressive coworker is just the worst, right? DON'T ignore her nonsense. That will only encourage more of the same. Someone has to be the adult. Confront it. As...
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    Stressed

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

    If this is your first nursing job, you may just have taken on too much at one time. It takes a while to become comfortable in your nursing practice - in most cases, it is about a year. I usually...
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    HELP: Nurse -> Dr. ?

    HouTx replied to Nhopeful's topic in Nursing Career

    Your post is unclear. Are you already a nurse? If not, you will be wasting your time in nursing school if your real aim is to become a physician. Nurses are not "junior physicians". Two separate...
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    NEW GRAD RESIDENCY Programs ( Lvn to RN scenario)

    HouTx replied to Tima,RN's topic in Nursing Career

    Hi there. I think you will discover that the major acute care hospital systems in the Houston area are only hiring BSN new grads. There are a ton of schools pumping out graduates every year, so it...
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    Will pursuing this scholarship hurt my chances of getting hired soon?

    HouTx replied to nurselili30's topic in Nursing Career

    Be sure to read all the fine print. There may be an exclusion clause that will kick in if you are genuinely unable to get a job in the area after you graduate. If not, don't be afraid to
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    NICU managers - what do you prefer?

    HouTx replied to nursealisha's topic in Nursing Career

    I would advise you to pay heed to the NICU manager. Babies are not just tiny adults.... there are physiological differences, particularly with preemies. It may also be a good idea to begin studying...
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    Nursing Residency Programs in San Antonio

    HouTx replied to Shaynurse2016's topic in Texas Nursing

    Sorry you haven't had more responses - maybe this 'bump' will help. With the current employment market where there are a surplus of new graduates in most major metro areas - those hospitals don't have...
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    Houston pay?

    HouTx replied to Murse0341's topic in Texas Nursing

    One of the most discouraging aspects of Nursing is the severe salary compression which has been in effect - forever. New grads may be fortunate enough to begin with a higher starting wage than their...
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    Help! St. Frances Cabrini

    HouTx replied to garciatx10's topic in Louisiana Nursing

    Trauma center designation is based on a number of factors - some of which are barely relevant to patient care. Its not an indicator of the quality of the nursing environment, particularly for a new...
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    This ancient acrobat just got into Nursing school !

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

    Welcome! As someone who already knows your way around AN, you have probably encountered many posts about the 'age' thing, including disclaimers from people who know (or ARE) nurses in the 70+ range...