Big Blondie replied to Nursejbl's topic in Recovery
Well, its been many years, but I had two non-negative tests that were due to dilute urine. They increased my testing and sent me a "disconnect notice" if it continued to happen. It never happend again, and I did complete a 2 year and a 5 year progr...
Big Blondie replied to dancinginthedark's topic in Recovery
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...
Big Blondie replied to Bellatrixlestrange's topic in Recovery
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...
Big Blondie replied to Healer555's topic in Recovery
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.
Big Blondie replied to Nursefailure's topic in Recovery
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...
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...
Big Blondie replied to JewelBijou's topic in Recovery
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...
Big Blondie replied to Worried and Stressed's topic in Recovery
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...
Big Blondie replied to Bkmw1989's topic in Recovery
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...
Big Blondie replied to Universe93B's topic in Recovery
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 ...
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...
Big Blondie replied to Universe93B's topic in Recovery
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. ...
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.