Erin1984 replied to dancinginthedark's topic in Recovery
Yes some nurses have substance abuse problems and need help. I agree. I don't think these monitoring programs are the answer though. This program has left me with nothing but anxiety and PTSD...
Yeah it's completely ridiculous. I'm so bummed out about it. I've had a counter on my phone for the last over 3 years and now when I get out is suspended indefinitely. Keep in mind I've been 100% compliant during this time
Erin1984 replied to Quickstepper's topic in Recovery
The things that these monitoring programs get away with is staggering to me. I entered the diversion program in California (not by choice) thinking it was going to help me but all it has done has given me PTSD and so much resentment it's unreal. This...
My program lets pcts work under my license. I guess it depends on your restrictions though.
you will find a job! Keep the faith. I know a lot of people that had difficulty finding a job in the beginning but eventually did. Probation is difficul...
Erin1984 replied to NurseMarplay's topic in Recovery
I'm assuming you were taking something not prescribed to you? Honestly the nursing board will probably look at it in the same way as if you were diverting. Get a lawyer, don't talk to anyone. Protect yourself asap
Erin1984 replied to dancinginthedark's topic in Recovery
Thank you. I was so devestated and upset for weeks about it. My family doesn't understand why I was so upset about the extension. they just don't get it. That's why I'm so grateful for this forum. It makes me feel not so alone and everyone understand...
Erin1984 replied to dancinginthedark's topic in Recovery
The 6 months of passing narcotics is something they just came up with. There was no grandfathering in people that literally only had days left in the program. They won't even consider letting anyone out of the program that don't have that 6 months. I...
Erin1984 replied to dancinginthedark's topic in Recovery
I've been in California's monitoring program since December 2020. I was supposed to be done in April and have been working in dialysis for 2 years. In January I got a call from my case manager saying the California BRN that in order to 'graduate' fro...
Erin1984 replied to nurseinca california's topic in Recovery
Unfortunately the answer to your question is yes, the majority get put on probation. I am shocked at some of the stories of the people I've met through nurse support group that were put on probation. I am in California diversion. Your best bet is to ...
Erin1984 replied to dancinginthedark's topic in Recovery
You are not alone. I hate monitoring too. Everyone I know in monitoring/probation that I've met from nurse support group hates it too. It's definitely given me severe anxiety and I count the days until I am finished. I just do what I have to do to fi...
Anyone else about to finish California's diversion program and they sprung on you the requirement of passing narcotics before you can finish? My program is being extended and I have to find a new job because of the corrupt California BRN. Just trying...