Big Blondie

Big Blondie ASN, BSN, MSN, APRN

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About Big Blondie

Big Blondie has 36 years experience as a ASN, BSN, MSN, APRN.


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  1. I hate being in a monitoring program

    OK, I didn't read all the posts, but I don't know a soul who liked or likes monitoring. It blows. For me, I had to check my attitude daily while in monitoring. I was actually afraid to go there. Just put one foot in front of the other. Eventuall...
  2. New to testing recovery trek help

    dry idea unscented roll on is what I used for deodorant for the 5 years I was in monitoring. I used germ x alcohol free hand-sanitizer, but it was pre covid, I don't know if they even make it anymore, I went to the beauty supply house and they helpe...
  3. Safe products to use

    oh my goodness! I was a freak about incidental exposure when I was in monitoring! TPAPN had a book on their website that told you products not to use. Look for it online, it will give you some guidance.
  4. Just got the dreaded phone call

    I am a two time graduate of TPAPN. Total of 7 years in monitoring by TPAPN. Actually, it wasn't that hard to follow the guidelines for me. I self referred both times, 18 years apart, and was reported the second time to the BNE 18 months after I w...
  5. it took 18 months for first contact from the investigator. I called them some time after that to find out what was going on. The issue with Texas is they are so overwhelmed with all different types of cases that the file just sits untouched, The b...
  6. How do I know if reported to BON or DOH

    It took 15 months for the Board to notify me of being reported. I am in Texas. In Texas Employers must notify the Board if they suspect an Impaired Nurse. I don't know about the laws in Florida, nor if your former employer would follow the law. I...
  7. TPAPN

    Wow. I am so sorry you are going through this. Firstly, I know nothing about you so I can only say what I would do if I was not guilty of drug use, abuse, or diversion. I would request to speak to the TPAPN Manager. I do not know her, but that i...
  8. Discipline/Termination of employment while on probation

    I haven't been in your shoes. Sometimes just an apology for the behavior is all that is needed. We all have bad days, and sometimes under stress we act how we normally wouldn't. Best thing is to play as nice as you can until this is over with. Sa...
  9. Glad to be here with you guys!

    I never had to do a witnessed screen. I had a "non-negative" due to a dilute urine. It was the lab person who told me to drink some water first, and then it was listed as non-negative. They sent me a reminder of what to do to prevent it again and ...
  10. Often times the Texas BNE refers you back to TPAPN. I have also seen them Board Order nurses to similar restrictions to TPAPN. Actually, I've seen some who got Board ordered to Board monitoring have it easier than the TPAPN requirements. You do wh...
  11. Glad to be here with you guys!

    Hello peeps, I finished TPAPN in 2018 after a 5 year contract. It was my second time around, the first time I completed in 1997 from a 2 year agreement. The second time around I read these boards daily. It helped me. I didn't feel so alone. ...
  12. Lpn

    likely nothing, usually means it was dilute or too concentrated. Usually will get tested more frequently for a few times, or maybe just a reminder letter.
  13. Peth after 20 days

    I wouldn't try to outsmart the program. Just do your time. Good luck.
  14. Help, unable to comply with IPN

    You can do this! Get a loan, hire a sitter, tap your 401 K. Ask family for help. It's worth it to get back on track. It's 4 weeks. Just do it!
  15. So asking for a friend….

    Wow. No never heard of it taking 7 years. Sounds like you got a pass.