HouTx BSN, MSN, EdD

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    Moved up to Nurse Manager

    HouTx replied to LaDivaRN's topic in Nurse Management

    You're not alone. I'm with a large organization. We have a lot of difficult filling nurse manager vacancies -- there just aren't that many qualified people. We noticed ~ 3 years ago.... increasing...
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    Nursing school and Statistics

    HouTx replied to Reese2012's topic in General Students

    Since research is part of the cumulative BSN curriculum, Statistics IS actually a "nursing" course. You need to understand statistical measures in order to interpret research process & findings....
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    Need advice for what to do about what college i should go to

    HouTx replied to starryeyez17's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    That's not quite correct. AACN (Colleges of Nursing, not Critical Care) has recommended that CC's consider the creation of BSN programs on their campuses. HERE's the info. This has already begun....
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    GPA/ NCLEX on resume?

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

    Many organizations (including mine) are now requesting academic data (GPA & exit test score) to screen new grad applications. Since there really isn't any differentiation of clinical skills among...
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    Burnt out and need advice

    HouTx replied to GeminiNurse29's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I completely agree about the need for SNF in this case. Take a look at your organization's admission criteria - they should contain specifics. If so, I'll bet that this patient's current situation...
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    Bad Nurse or Nursing Politics? SO CONFUSED!!!

    HouTx replied to gemmi999's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Critical thinking doesn't just apply to clinical situations. One of the most important requirements for CT is to rely on data and evidence rather than on assumptions, first impressions or opinions....
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    Career advice

    HouTx replied to nhnurse25's topic in Nursing Career

    It's always frustrating and somewhat stressful to move from a position of 'expert' to one of 'novice'.... and this is what happens whenever you change locations or jobs. Some of us are very...
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    Handwritting and charting

    HouTx replied to Vegeta's topic in Nursing Career

    Even though we're becoming more and more EHR-based, legible handwriting will always be important because of the impact on patient safety. I know of one physician who was sanctioned by CMS due to...
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    Relocation advice

    HouTx replied to avonrn's topic in Nursing Career

    I can understand your wanderlust. New places can be very exciting. In order to achieve those dreams, you'll need to make yourself as marketable as possible. Since you don't have your BSN yet, get...
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    questions about certifications, degrees, NCLEX

    HouTx replied to JoAnnM2003's topic in Nursing Career

    Any meaningful certification in a clinical specialty will require some experience in that area. I applaud OP's enthusiasm and 'can do' attitude, but unfortunately, there's really no effective way for...
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    What's the Best Place for an RN to Move to?

    HouTx replied to MemoryRevenge's topic in Nursing Career

    Here ya go - WalletHub's analysis is based on actual data instead of individual opinions. It's a great
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    Considering Graduation Rates?

    HouTx replied to rom12345's topic in School, College Programs

    Nursing programs - even traditional ones - have always had high attrition rates. One of the most common factors is simply lack of previous knowledge about nursing. Nursing is one of those things -...
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    15 minutes to give report + no time clock

    HouTx replied to blackvans1234's topic in General Nursing

    Opinions do not matter - evidence does. I would begin by having a logical and articulate (unemotional) conversation with your manager. Make sure s/he knows that you are speaking from a position of...
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    New grad, new job

    HouTx replied to dcoffelt's topic in Ob/Gyn

    Here ya go --- right to the source: AWHONN. By using their educational resources, you will not only be enlarging your own knowledge, but also preparing yourself for your specialty
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    Research Question

    HouTx replied to jan012682's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    I can see why your instructor called out grammar issues. Based on the above sample, you seem to have a persistent problem with subject-verb agreement related to plural/singular case (e.g., using 'is'...
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    Still on orientation....need a letter of recommendation

    HouTx replied to Brooklynn89's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    I think you should wait a while, so that your new manager can see what you are capable of as a fully functioning nurse rather than a trainee. Otherwise you will be putting him/her in a very awkward...
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    Upset Family

    HouTx replied to DonaldE16's topic in General Nursing

    Chalk it up to a valuable learning experience. Always err on the side of caution when it comes to patient safety. It's better to do too much than too little. As long as you are following your...
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    Jack of All trades

    HouTx replied to martymoose's topic in General Nursing

    This is probably an issue that needs to be discussed at a staff meeting so that everyone can have a better idea of what is going on. My guess? It could be part of the organization's efforts to...
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    Feeling Very Discouraged

    HouTx replied to loveflowers's topic in General Students

    Are you referring to the clinical nurse to whom you are assigned for a clinical practicum? If so, you probably need to keep some things in mind. The vast majority of staff nurses receive no extra...
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    Back to school!?

    HouTx replied to mseymour16's topic in General Students

    SW and nursing are two entirely different professions -each with their own scope of practice and frames of reference. There is sort of a hybrid... Medical Social Worker. They mainly work in hospital...
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    Is this a "Performance Improvement Plan" or are they just trying to fire me??

    HouTx replied to AvaRN22's topic in Nursing Career

    Sheesh. Yet another example of incompetent management. It is absurd to expect anyone to change his/her behavior to meet standards that are so foggy and unmeasurable. No matter what OP does, the...
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    allegation

    HouTx replied to Salebow's topic in General Nursing

    I'm so sorry you are caught up in this situation. I am very aware of how easy it is to inadvertently veer off into a "YIKES" situation when you're a minority gender.... it's so easy to have your...
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    Clinic infusions

    HouTx replied to dmrodri's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    Wow;, you're in a real pickle. I completely agree with all your gut instincts. . . but of course, since my 'comfort zone' is Critical Care, I get nervous if patients aren't on continuous EKG...
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    Skills Lab Ideas!

    HouTx replied to teacherdanni's topic in General Nursing

    Hi there. Congratulations on your new position. I'm sure the students will benefit from your energy and creativity. Have you considered seeking additional personal development in the realm of...
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    Deadly medication errors!

    HouTx replied to Nurseling Kathy's topic in Patient Medications

    I agree with PP - over the years, I have seen that complacency is a recurring theme in many clinical errors. We become too comfortable with a procedure, med, intervention . . . this gradually leads...