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Hi all,

I am really glad I found this website. I was feeling so alone. Was fired for diverting and am losing everything I have. I am starting with counseling and finding meetings. I feel so stupid about what I did. I know I have a looooooooooooong journey ahead of me. Any support is very welcome. You all are great!

wow faith, thank you so much. I definatly would like to talk to you. I have to get to 15 posts to be able to PM you. I am actually thinking that if I move to a bigger city like richmond I will also have better luck finding a job with an understanding nursing home or dialysis center. I appreciate any advice that you can give me. I signed my contract with HPMP but have not gone to the orientation part of it yet. Can you tell me what to expect?

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Its awesome that you are seeking help. You are absolutely not alone. Many nurses are going through the same things and feelings you are. Its embarassing, scary, frusterating, confusing. We all experience these feelings.

Therapy and meetings can be very bittersweet at first but they are very necessary and detrimental to your success. You aretaking the right steps in the right direction. Other nurses, who you will meet at these meetings, are going to be able to validate your feelings andhelp you organizee your recovery. I am in the IPN program for nurses in Florida right now and I love the friendship and success Im experiencing. Keep your chin up and know that the friends you'll make will last a lifetime so will recovery if you really want it.;)

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I am from Va too. I really want to know more about the recovery program here! can one of you guys help me??

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I am in the IPN, Intervention Project for Nurses, in Florida. I am familiar with several intervention programs in other states. They are not universal though. Each state has their own requirements and monitoring practices. They all do have AA, urinalysis, and State Board involvement though. It most usually depends on your offense and outcome of evaluations as to what is required. It is also costly which really compiles problems if you are unable to practice for a lenghth of time. This also depends on the offense. Many people on this website share great information and really strenghthen and encourage each other. I'm glad you joined.:). Are you in the process of becoming refered to a particular program or thinking of taking this step on your own? There is an individual that frequents this sight. His name is JACK. He would be a good source of encouragement for you either way.

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I am from Va too. I really want to know more about the recovery program here! can one of you guys help me??

RNism...I posted a response to your other thread. You can read about the Virginia Health Practitioner's Monitoring Program on their web site.

The message on their home page states:

Health Practitioners' Monitoring Program

The Department of Health Professions has a contract with Virginia Commonwealth University Health System, Department of Psychiatry, Division of Addiction Psychiatry, to provide confidential services for the health practitioner, who may be impaired by any physical or mental disability, or who suffers from chemical dependency.

Available services include intake, assessment, referral, monitoring and alcohol and drug toxicology screens.

Practitioners who meet certain criteria may receive approval for a stay of disciplinary action. This allows the practitioner to focus on recovery efforts. Requests for stayed disciplinary action are reviewed by a designated board liaison, with the final decision being made by the Monitoring Program Committee.

The Health Pracitioners' Monitoring Program eligibility requirements are:

  • practitioner must hold a current, active license, certification, or registration issued by a health regulatory board in Virginia or a multistate licensure privilege or,
  • an applicant for initial licensure, certification, and registration or for reinstatement is eligible for participation for up to one year from the date of receipt of their application.

For further information or referral, call HPMP toll-free at 1-866-206-4747 or email: [email protected]. Laws and Regulations:

Laws governing Health Practitioners' Monitoring Program

Regulations governing Health Practitioners' Monitoring Program

I recommend consulting a license defense attorney (The American Association of Nurse attorneys) to determine your legal options before making a move. Entering a monitoring program can last for 3 - 5 years and can be instrumental in not only helping you keep your license, but in helping you establish a solid base of recovery.

Treatment in a facility familiar with treating health care professionals if you have this lousy disease can be the first step to not only saving a career, but in saving your life. There's a good treatment facility in VA with a program for health care professionals called the Farley Center.

Jack

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Hello,

does anyone know what option 1 for First Source Soulutions testing includes? I was instructed to do that option by my case manager. I self reported for alcohol and I am wondering if option 1 includes ETG

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