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!!!

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

dialysis are usually stip friendly

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Psych is a great choice for narcotic restrictions, as are correctional facilities. I only speak from Alaska experience, our state programs are fairly welcoming to recovering nurses. Do you attend na or aa? I've met more nurses there than in the professionals meetings, mainly because there are lots of us who didn't get caught. I've even met a couple DONs. Might be a good way to network

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Ok thank you. I will keep applying. Im so anxious to get back to work

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Good idea thank u.

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hi all! im very excited to share with all my fellow nurses with stips that it is possible!! I found a job in dialysis as suggested in the beginning of this topic. don't give up friends! it took me 9 months from reinstatement to find a job but it was well worth the wait! stay positive and pray for guidance. it works! God is Good!!!

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Specializes in LTC, Management, MDS Nurse, Rehab.
hi all! im very excited to share with all my fellow nurses with stips that it is possible!! I found a job in dialysis as suggested in the beginning of this topic. don't give up friends! it took me 9 months from reinstatement to find a job but it was well worth the wait! stay positive and pray for guidance. it works! God is Good!!!

Congrats:)

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@ butterfly- big, big , BIG congrats!!!!! so happy for you!! :yes:

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Specializes in Psych ICU, addictions.
hi all! im very excited to share with all my fellow nurses with stips that it is possible!! I found a job in dialysis as suggested in the beginning of this topic. don't give up friends! it took me 9 months from reinstatement to find a job but it was well worth the wait! stay positive and pray for guidance. it works! God is Good!!!

Congratulations!

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wow this thread was so GREAT to read... thank you all for sharing your experiences!! I am NEVER going to give up on finding a job.. I have applied to a dialysis job at Davita Dialysis and was asked to do an online assessment then I was just emailed yesterday that I was being presented to the clinical administrator... fingers crossed. God is so good an I know He has a path planned for me :-)..

good luck to all!!

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Specializes in ICU, psych, corrections.

I am in Nevada and we have numerous restrictions: no nights, no charge, no narc privileges for the first year, no home health, no ER/critical care and we have to get our site approved. I was fortunate to have been given a job working in an outpatient psych facility and 5 years later, am very grateful to have been given the employment opportunity. We have three other RN's on contract here as well...I have an amazing supervisor! So yes, there are places that will hire an RN on contract.

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Why do you have a narcotic restriction if your addiction issue was alcohol ??

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@ Tigerboy1- i believe, in most states, it's one program for all- regardless of one's particular situation.

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