Making It Back From A Surrender In Tx

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Specializes in Trauma and ICU.

HI,

Not sure how to start but that is where I am at "the start". I am getting my paper work together to petition for re-instatment after a drug arrest and federal incarcertion. RN licencse from TX. Sober for 5 years now. I am having trouble going through with the process of just submitting everything to ask for the hearing. Seems hopless???? Has anyone dealt with the Texas board on this type of issue? Any Advice?? I realize the re-instatment is just half the battle. This is a personal goal now. I have a great non-nursing job but I love nursing and so want to go back. Advice encouragment please.

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Specializes in Med-Surg, Trauma, Ortho, Neuro, Cardiac.

Good luck to you! Welcome to Allnurses!

We try not to offer advice here in matters that are really between you and the BON. But we certainly can offer encouragement. I'm sure there's a lot of hoops to jump through. Hang in there.

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Specializes in Trauma and ICU.

Maybe I did not word things correctly?? I did not intend to ask something I was not suppose to. I really just want to know if there is anyone out there in my shoes that has ever been succesful re-instating with this similar background. I am having trouble getting my paper work together only because I am afraid of rejection. I have worked really hard at restorting my life with family and friends and my personal identity that digging back into this is a little shakey. I would be so encouraged just to know that it has and can be done. That is all I am looking for. Every one wants to know why I haven't persued gettting my liscense back the real reason is I am afraid I will find out I never will and not knowing is better than a no.

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Specializes in Medical and general practice now LTC.

I think it can be hard as everyone's experience is different. Well done on getting your personal life back on track hopefully you can get your nursing career moving forward again. Good luck

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Specializes in Med-Surg, Trauma, Ortho, Neuro, Cardiac.

You worded it fine. I just wanted to clarify just for everyone that we don't advise on matters that the BON should advise you on. But asking if anyone else has been through the process to offer you encouragement is certainly o.k. Hang in there.

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Specializes in ER, TRAUMA, MED-SURG.

PEPPER - Hello, and welcome to allnurses!! My name is Anne and I am an addict. I hope that you do not have too much trouble collecting your paperwork and dealing with your state's BON. Feel free to pm anytime. Everyone here is very helpful and supportive!

Anne, RNC :paw::paw::paw::saint::saint:

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Hi Pepper!

I am recovering also - there is a great nurse's support group in Dallas - many of the nurses there have dealt or are dealing with issues such as yours. I've seen some get their licenses reinstated after being in recovery. Send me a message and I can give you the details.

Congrats on maintaining a your recovery.

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Specializes in Medical and general practice now LTC.
Hi Pepper!

I am recovering also - there is a great nurse's support group in Dallas - many of the nurses there have dealt or are dealing with issues such as yours. I've seen some get their licenses reinstated after being in recovery. Send me a message and I can give you the details.

Congrats on maintaining a your recovery.

Member can't send a message until they have 15 posts, you may want to contact them via pm with contact details

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Specializes in Trauma and ICU.

I can't yet e-mail but would love to hear more encouraging information. thank you so mucj

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Specializes in orthopedics, med/surgery.

PEPPER!

I sent you a PM.

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Specializes in Trauma and ICU.

I don't know how to send a personal message or how to read one either? I finally recruited help with asking for the letters I need. I even sent 2 off today to former co-workers and charge nurses. The only trouble getting thigs together has been me. I have had a break and I am ready to face the music again. you said to Pm you for more information. sorry i don't know how

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Specializes in LTC, MDS, Education.

Hi Pepper and thanks for updating us. When you have posted a few more comments (on this thread or others) you will be able to PM. Anyway, hang in there, and in awhile you will hopefully have some answers from the BON. I'm not from Texas but from what I know, it may take some time. But the important thing is that the bad times are behind you. Take care and please keep us posted! :urck:

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