BelleRN50

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1. RN to MSN on probation

   BelleRN50 replied to BelleRN50's topic in Recovery

   I've spoke to about 10 and they all require unencumbered licenses. I have doctors willing to let me do clinicals with them. I can't get past admissions. I'm currently working as an RN with few stipulations and I'd be off probation before graduation. ...

2. RN to MSN on probation

   BelleRN50 posted a topic in Recovery

   Does anyone know of an online college that will accept an RN with an encumbered license? I am currently working as an RN. I have completed 3 years of probation and have 2 years left. I would like to be working on my MSN during this time.

3. How long?

   BelleRN50 replied to Roger1's topic in Recovery

   One month. It was either surrender my license or appear before the board. My state doesn't have an alternative program. while you are waiting, you might consider getting into treatment or attending AA/NA (and getting a signatures). It will not only l...

4. Phoenix Rising, New job and moving forward.

   BelleRN50 replied to hppygr8ful's topic in Recovery

   Congrats! Thank you for sharing hope with us. I'm 6 months into 5 years of probation with 3 1/2 years clean and sober. It's wonderful to hear positive things showing hard work does pay off. Trudging along!

5. Would you report possible diversion?

   BelleRN50 replied to Emergent's topic in General Nursing

   Emergent, I applaud you making a tough choice and doing the right thing. Being turned in for diversion was my greatest fear for several years. I honestly don't know why it never happened. I was caught when I overdosed one night at work. Looking back,...

6. Just self reported. Feeling hopeless.

   BelleRN50 replied to AntelopeTongue's topic in Recovery

   I have only posted once. But, something about your post touched me. I have been where you are now. No, not exactly the same, but the fear and feelings are the same for all of us despite our exact circumstances. I unfortunately didn't self-report, but...

7. RN Refresher course Baptist Heath

   BelleRN50 replied to brenlamm's topic in Arkansas

   I don't have a review yet. I started it today. I will be doing my clinicals in a local nursing home. (Central AR) I would suggest trying nursing homes, networking with previous employers and/or coworkers, just going and asking. Good luck!