Is anyone willing to hire a nurse w/ stipulations???

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I recently was approved for my RN license to be reinstated after 8 years out of nursing due to an alcohol problem. In May of 2013 my license was reinstated by the BON and I was excited and ready for a fresh start. I have been sober for 3 years and have made a complete turnaround not only in my work life but more importantly within myself. I now know the meaning of loving myself, a concept that I thought I would never understand. But it seems that the spiritual awakening I've experienced is not enough for a future employer to give me a second chance. I've put numerous job applications in the San Antonio area and have had 2 interviews but as soon as I disclose my past I am swiftly shot down and the interview is over. No one takes the time try to get to know me and what I have to offer not only as an employee but as a human being that has overcome great obstacles. My current employer is very supportive of my return to nursing (Im currently working in a dental office), and is almost sorry to see me go (if I ever leave)...As I walk away from my failed interviews I feel bad for those who don't have the heart to listen with an open mind.....I have a lot to offer any employer....Sad thing is that they can't get past the PAST.....I know I am living the consequences of my choices and I can only point the finger at myself. I love life now and I should be content with my present life....but I feel like there is a sense of purpose misiing within me and my current profession. I feel like I should be sharing the gift that was given me with others who have felt the emptiness I felt for many years. Patience is a virtue, I hear!! But it is difficult!!! Please if anyone knows of any employers who are willing to hire an RN w/ stips let me know. I come HIGHLY recommended by my current employer and am fully confident in myself that if given the opportunity I have a lot to offer....HELP!!!

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Specializes in Psych ICU, addictions.

Moving to the Recovery forum as it's a better fit for your situation.

Congratulations on your continued recovery...and yes, nurses with stips can and do get hired. It's not always easy and it's not guaranteed, but it does happen.

If your own recovery is in a good enough place that you think you could handle it...have you considered psych? We tend to be more accepting of nurses in recovery. And depending on what your stips are, there may be an area of psych that could accommodate them.

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Specializes in critical care, ER,ICU, CVSURG, CCU.

i find LTC very open, in fact my first job was as ADON, MDS CORD. i have also heard that dialysis is friendly to nurses with stips. now as a DON in a very large LTC, i would give you a chance. :yes:

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Meriwhen...thank you for your encouraging words!! I was really starting to think it's impossible to get a job w/ stips. I will continue to apply every chance I get. It's hard to take the time off work since I do work a fulltime job. Perseverance!! I hadn't thought of psych but I am open minded to anything. Thanks!!

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sallyrnrrt...thank you for taking the time to read my post....and for replying. Most of my job applications have been in LTC but due to the stipulations I am not given the opportunity. The main stipulations I have are no access to narcotics for 1 year and must have 64 hours per month of patient care involved. I know it's a lot to ask of a new employer to accommodate someone they just met and know nothing about except a negative past...so I pray that some one is willing to get past it and take a chance on me.

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Specializes in Psych ICU, addictions.
The main stipulations I have are no access to narcotics for 1 year and must have 64 hours per month of patient care involved.

A CD/Detox unit may be possible: because of the patient population, few controlled substances are given out, and those few that are are strictly for withdrawal purposes. Whereas a general psych floor may see Xanax and Norco handed out, CD/Detox will use Vistaril and Toradol for the same reasons.

Though in psych, LVNs tend to be the med nurses, so there's a very good chance you may not have to give meds at all.

Partial hospitalization programs are also another option.

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Specializes in critical care, ER,ICU, CVSURG, CCU.
sallyrnrrt...thank you for taking the time to read my post....and for replying. Most of my job applications have been in LTC but due to the stipulations I am not given the opportunity. The main stipulations I have are no access to narcotics for 1 year and must have 64 hours per month of patient care involved. I know it's a lot to ask of a new employer to accommodate someone they just met and know nothing about except a negative past...so I pray that some one is willing to get past it and take a chance on me.

on your own you can study MDS assessments, mds coordinators are in demand and vital in LTC it is the assessment report that ltc are paid by.......the 3.0 version is very clinicaly orriented, requires interview etc with resident, besides going by what others have charted.......the mds nurse does not give medications only prepares these reports and since you are assessing a resident to do the report, also usually putting the care plan together that is patient care.......all be it administrative patient care...the three years i was stipulated, i did mds, i did not have to give meds ever..... and i did not even know what a mds was in the begining might be worth looking into

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thank you

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on your own you can study MDS assessments, mds coordinators are in demand and vital in LTC it is the assessment report that ltc are paid by.......the 3.0 version is very clinicaly orriented, requires interview etc with resident, besides going by what others have charted.......the mds nurse does not give medications only prepares these reports and since you are assessing a resident to do the report, also usually putting the care plan together that is patient care.......all be it administrative patient care...the three years i was stipulated, i did mds, i did not have to give meds ever..... and i did not even know what a mds was in the begining might be worth looking into

Sally, are there programs out there where you can study MDS assessments? I'm also looking for a job that is restriction friendly. Thanks in advance.

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Be thankful that they didnt hire you, im not saying that to be mean but working for someone who already has you judged is not a good place to be! It can and will happen, myself and many others are proof of this. I found my post recovery job in dialysis. I have a great manager, wonderful co-workers and have never felt more accepted. Keep your head up and just keep trying. Possibly look into private doctors offices as well, its more personal and very few meds if any. Good luck to you and congrats in your sobriety!

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You are absolutely right. A place where Im already being judged is not the place for me.Tthat's one of the many thoughts I have as I leave the interviews I've had. It's good to hear it from someone else. Thanks for the advice!!

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Specializes in critical care, ER,ICU, CVSURG, CCU.
Sally, are there programs out there where you can study MDS assessments? I'm also looking for a job that is restriction friendly. Thanks in advance.

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yes, amazon.com sells multiple mds 3.0 study programs

amer assic long tern care has a certification program little pricey around 200.00

i personally got the CMS mds.3.0

each states department a aging dissability services DADS has a wealth of updates, information, some webinars

there is even a MDS Coordinator section on allnurses under specialitiy section :angrybird13:

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