heynow1313

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1. Almost finished with ipn

   heynow1313 replied to Junebug59's topic in Recovery

   Several people in my nurse support group have gotten out of their IPN contract a few months early. In fact....pretty much all of them have, now that I think about it. Even those who had relapsed early on in their contract. Anyone else notice that? ...

2. abnormal urine with IPN

   heynow1313 replied to gabby3's topic in Recovery

   Did you talk to your CM about next steps? I'm so sorry you are going through this. I am in the IPN too and I seem to recall a girl in my nurse support group, who has since graduated, having a similar story. I recall she was able to graduate per he...

3. Just looking for some advice...

   heynow1313 replied to willow14's topic in Recovery

   Of course- I'm happy to help in any way. I know what you mean about patience, too. Again- if you have a nurse support group- they are your best resource for things of this nature as each monitoring program is different. My group has been invaluabl...

4. Just looking for some advice...

   heynow1313 replied to willow14's topic in Recovery

   In my state, several restrictions were lifted once I passed the 3 year mark in a 5 year contract, including direct supervision. I'd be cautious about asking your case manager. It's just not a good look, in general. But, if you are involved in a nurse...

5. psych is so hard to break into...

   heynow1313 replied to heynow1313's topic in Psychiatric

   Hello Everyone. Finally, I caught a break. I had a great interview the other day with the director of behavioral health for an inpatient psych position. I wish everyone could be interviewed by this man. He was kind, warm, engaging, and encouraging....

6. Celebrate Recovery

   heynow1313 replied to Sally87's topic in Recovery

   You've mentioned that quote before here and I made a mental note of it cuz I loved it so much! Such a great and true message.

7. Celebrate Recovery

   heynow1313 replied to Sally87's topic in Recovery

   Oh also... yes, you messed up. Maybe more than once. I'm sure more than once. But you are still a decent person capable of love and loving. No amount of beating yourself up will change what you did. You must find a way to let it go so that you c...

8. Celebrate Recovery

   heynow1313 replied to Sally87's topic in Recovery

   I don't know if your particular monitoring program requires you to participate in weekly Nurse Support Groups, but if so, that is where the bulk of my healing took place. A room full of fellow nurses who have done (pretty much) exactly what you have...

9. how to avoid dilute/abnormal uds

   heynow1313 replied to heynow1313's topic in Recovery

   I'm glad you found what worked for you. I, too, have had my own issues with dilutes/abnormals for no reason other than I am healthy and like to stay hydrated. Was floored when I first started dropping at how easy it was to fall outside of the IPN's...

10. psych is so hard to break into...

    heynow1313 replied to heynow1313's topic in Psychiatric

    That's probably the biggest hurdle. Not being able to connect with a human being. On the one hand, I get it, especially from HR, recruiters, hiring managers, etc... Can you imagine if every applicant was stalking them and had access to their direct...

11. how to avoid dilute/abnormal uds

    heynow1313 posted a topic in Recovery

    I recall reading some posts about how to avoid dilutes/abnormals. This is directly from IPN and I think it will benefit anyone struggling with urine screens, regardless of the program you're in or the company who screens you. Hope it helps! Avoidin...

12. Universal Health Services concerns

    heynow1313 replied to SunnyDay2day's topic in Psychiatric

    i am scared straight. Message received loud and clear.

13. Universal Health Services concerns

    heynow1313 replied to SunnyDay2day's topic in Psychiatric

    There are 2 large facilities in the miami-ft. lauderdale area that I'm applying to... but now I wonder if I could even do it if I were hired. Sigh Universal Health Services (UHS) Skewered (Again) by New Report | World of Psychology

14. psych is so hard to break into...

    heynow1313 replied to heynow1313's topic in Psychiatric

    That's such awesome and inspirational news! Nice to meet you too and thank you so very much for your kind words.

15. psych is so hard to break into...

    heynow1313 replied to heynow1313's topic in Psychiatric

    Yes! I just applied to corrections positions and some newly posted state facilities. I'm not giving up. Thank you for your recommendation.