Emma 7 BSN, RN

Emma 7 has 20 years experience as a BSN, RN.

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1. CA RN on probation, BRN pending RN position

   Emma 7 replied to RnJC's topic in Recovery

   yay that is awesome! probation is not so bad once you get used to it. I was so worried I would never get hired again with this 'mark' on my license. After completing probation I applied for a nursing job (in PA). During the phone interview I to...

2. CA RN on probation, BRN pending RN position

   Emma 7 replied to RnJC's topic in Recovery

   it's fairly easy to get disability for anxiety or depression (in CA), they often go hand in hand with substance use. It merely takes knowing which providers are more apt to recommend it. Nursing support groups should have info on which providers to g...

3. CA RN on probation, BRN pending RN position

   Emma 7 replied to RnJC's topic in Recovery

   I'm sorry to hear that, it definitely sounds frustrating. Can you apply for disability? Just a thought. Hang in there and best of luck

4. CA RN on probation, BRN pending RN position

   Emma 7 replied to RnJC's topic in Recovery

   Can Contact his/her manager If you are in California, the Probation manager should be either (MODERATOR EDIT OF NAME) or (MODERATOR EDIT OF NAME)

5. CA RN on probation, BRN pending RN position

   Emma 7 replied to RnJC's topic in Recovery

   Go to a nurse support group to find MDs who are known to provide disability can get it for anxiety, depression, etc

6. CA RN on probation, BRN pending RN position

   Emma 7 replied to RnJC's topic in Recovery

   Not sure what 'more info' means as that is very open ended. Ask me specific questions and I will give you specific answers ( if I know them.)

7. CA RN on probation, BRN pending RN position

   Emma 7 replied to RnJC's topic in Recovery

   for anyone still waiting on BRN job approval: have any of you considered applying for disability in meantime? CA is very liberal with disability and the max (no tax on it) is over $5,000 a month. I have been in contact with MANY CA d...

8. CA RN on probation, BRN pending RN position

   Emma 7 replied to RnJC's topic in Recovery

   I believe the wait is up to 3 months now (sad, I know) due to staffing issues etc You could always email probation monitor for status update. I wouldn't contact probation manager unless that fails (mangers are {PLEASE DO NOT POST NAMES PER TOS})...

9. Finding a job while on probation

   Emma 7 replied to Bkmw1989's topic in Recovery

   I've seen a lot of probation nurses get jobs with dialysis and case management. Maybe try a different dialysis company?? Best of luck

10. Has anyone ever had their California probation tolled?

    Emma 7 replied to PDRN's topic in Recovery

    PDRN: were you able to get a free and clear license in any other states while your CA license was on tolled status?

11. CA Diversion

    Emma 7 replied to Hnh1993's topic in Recovery

    Hi Debbie is your nursing license in CA or AZ? CA is amongst the strictest in terms of putting license on probation/diversion for ANY substance related charge. AZ not so much. for a DUI related charge there’s a good chance they will pu...

12. Finding a job while on probation

    Emma 7 replied to Bkmw1989's topic in Recovery

    It is a black mark (particularly if probation and not diversion), I won’t lie. But nurses are in SUCH high demand, and the demand continues to increase. You shouldn’t have a problem getting a job although it may take a bit more ...

13. Probation in another state

    Emma 7 replied to Emma 7's topic in Recovery

    The BRN should be able to tell you their list of approved providers doing mental health assessments. That’s what your form looks like if you have trouble getting a list from them, ask individuals in your local nurse support group. They (p...

14. Has anyone ever had their California probation tolled?

    Emma 7 replied to PDRN's topic in Recovery

    I tolled mine Ask your attorney about surrender if you don't ever plan to go back to CA....I would specifically ask if your surrender means your license goes on the OIG list. Can refer you to a good attorney if need be. I have found they a...

15. CA Diversion

    Emma 7 replied to Hnh1993's topic in Recovery

    send me an IM if further questions. I may be able to answer some of your questions.....not sure which state you're in. I'm sorry you're going through this