HouTx BSN, MSN, EdD

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    That one seemingly useless prerequisite...

    HouTx replied to NurslingNicole's topic in General Students

    Jumping in here - Texas nurses need to know the specifics.... all the strange & unique facets of our state legislature operations ... because our NPA is also very unique. That's the driver...
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    San jacinto college central adn program spring 2016

    HouTx replied to Sanjac20's topic in School, College Programs

    If you're referring to San Jacinto - in Texas, you may have a better response rate if you post in the Texas forum (under "US" in the yellow
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    nursing student transfer opportunity

    HouTx replied to sasasa25's topic in General Students

    It's pretty much impossible to 'transfer' clinical credits because nursing is a "program" not a "major". This means that even though all schools have to include all the stuff that is required for...
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    My friend was asked to tell some advantages of male nurses over female ones

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

    Reading this thread activated some Troll-vibes. I cannot even imagine any sort of interview that would deliberately introduce such an inflammatory topic - unless there was a hidden observer...
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    Is it smart to start my pre-reqs now?

    HouTx replied to Dit250's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Sounds like you have a well-thought-out plan. As long as the courses are completed at a school with regional accreditation, they will transfer without problems. Many schools have an 'expiration...
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    BSN programs that accept low GPAs?

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

    Just wanted to add.... there is a REASON for enforcing admission criteria, including GPA. These parameters are established due to the school's experience and analysis of student achievement....
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    Texas Medical Center Houston Fall Residencies

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

    You may have more responses if you post in the Texas forum (under "US") in the yellow
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    Fellowships for LGBT-Focused Community Health Nursing

    HouTx replied to Bowie21's topic in Nursing Career

    Sorry you haven't received more responses. It could be that I'm not the only one that is confused by your post. Nursing jobs are normally categorized by level of care (acute, ambulatory, etc),...
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    Will you get typecasted if you go into public health as a new grad

    HouTx replied to GraysonGitchell's topic in Nursing Career

    i have never heard the word "typecast" in reference to nursing before this thread. I'm used to seeing in refer to acting - where the casting agent (and public opinion, I guess) prefers to see an...
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    High school senior for CRNA

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

    Reality check - the road to becoming a CRNA will take at least 9 years... Get BSN (normally 4+ years), get at least 2 years of ICU experience, complete CRNA (~3 years if you don't have to repeat any...
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    Nursing school GPA and jobs

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

    In my part of the country, it is routine for employers to ask for GPA as well as HESI scores for new grads. A couple of the larger systems have publicized very strict requirements for applicants to...
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    Should I worry?

    HouTx replied to stolik19's topic in First Year After Licensure

    So True ^^^^^^^. Acute care, bedside nursing is only one option - among sooo many different types of jobs. I'm sure that there are many nurses who would change places with you in a heartbeat!...
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    First Year Nurse Falling Apart!

    HouTx replied to HopefulRN7's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I can't locate the exact reference right at the moment, but in the US, OSHA (workplace health and safety) recommendations are for lifts of no more than 35 pounds. There is increasing literature -...
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    No idea what to do after my nursing degree! Is sonography a better option?

    HouTx replied to ellensb's topic in Nursing Career

    In the US, nursing education is designed to produce generalists - specialization only occurs at the graduate level. Nurse Midwives are Nurse Practitioners. Midwifery is alive and well in the US, but...
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    Torn between MSN/MBA or FNP

    HouTx replied to nhnurse25's topic in Nursing Career

    Not sure I agree with PP - there's no shame in exploring multiple practice areas. Sometimes it takes a while to find your niche. If you're looking for 'immediate' advancement opportunities, NP is the...
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    medsurg floor dealing strictly with psych patients

    HouTx replied to bmore2015's topic in Nursing Career

    What a great opportunity. You'll gain some experience in dealing with two specialties simultaneously (MS & Psych). You may discove that one of them is your nursing 'home'. Congratulations on...
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    Jobs in San Antonio and Pay

    HouTx replied to danimarie19's topic in Texas Nursing

    With the higher levels for PerDiem, and MS experience OP will probably be offered something closer to $30... more with specialty
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    Interested in relocating to Houston

    HouTx replied to angie_jonesy's topic in Texas Nursing

    Howdy, Houston has always been a magnet for refugees from colder climates &/or anyone seeking to better their economic circumstances - beginning with by the success of the Allen brothers (from NY)...
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    Why do hospitals continue use the incentive spirometer?

    HouTx replied to felixis12's topic in General Nursing

    Here ya go -- much more recent evidence published in JAMA this year. Results? Incentive spirometry use not recommended in post laparotomy
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    Second guessing myself....

    HouTx replied to RED1984's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Your intent was golden & is a true representation of why nurses are the most trusted profession.... but as is so often the case, bureaucratic rules "for the common good" are often a barrier to...
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    Possible double major while waiting for RN program?

    HouTx replied to srichardson816's topic in General Nursing

    Why would anyone end up with "Two BSNs"... Bachelor of Science in NURSING. Maybe the PP
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    Should I go straight through?

    HouTx replied to dotdotcurve33's topic in General Students

    It's pretty clear & consistent in nursing literature that it takes about 5 years of experience to become a proficient nurse - one capable of serving as a role model. This should be incorporated...
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    Help Me Please!

    HouTx replied to J3w3lz88's topic in General Students

    Have you tried reading aloud to yourself? It sounds a bit flakey, and probably not something you would do if you're not alone, but this triggers your auditory pathways - giving you another...
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    non-clinical jobs

    HouTx replied to Jdaan18's topic in Nursing Career

    Medical equipment companies frequently hire nurses who are familiar with their equipment.. to help develop educational programs for customers and sales reps. OR nurses are usually VERY familiar with...
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    Continuing Education

    HouTx replied to nowontonursing's topic in General Nursing

    Be sure to read your state's rules about CE so that you'll have an accurate understanding of all of your options. For instance, in my state, a recognized national specialty certification provides...