new nurse refuse drug test

[newnurse52]

Hi to everyone. I just recently passed the nclex and was hired for my first job here in Florida. I was sent to get a new hire physical and drug test. I did not take the drug test or physical because I am on a diet medication (phentermine) with a prescription, but because I was inbetween filling the new prescription and having the possibility of it showing in my ua I declined. I was worried that I might get reported to the IPN, a florida watch dog. I made up a story to HR that I was going to keep looking for work. Then I decided to call the Director of Nursing at this hospital and explain that it was not because I wanted to keep looking for work, but because I was worried about a lapsed RX. Now I realize what a mistake that was because I am worried that she might report me to the IPN anyway. I am worried sick about this. I have a RX for this med, always did, never had a bad ua in my life. I even had a ua a few weeks before this incident and it was negative for the phentermine. I was just confused at the time and my explanation to her sounded ridiculous. I ended up leaving her a voice mail trying to explain but I think I made it worse. Should I be worried?

[Meriwhen, ASN, BSN, MSN, RN]

I wasn't trying to lie about it I was just worried that they wouldn't let me in if I was prescribed these drugs.

I think the person who was talking about lying was referring to the OP and not you.

As far as you go: I would be honest with them about what you're taking and that it is prescribed--better you do that up front then try to explain a positive drug test (if they even let you have a chance to explain). As far as whether they will let you in if you're taking those drugs...the only one who can answer that is the school you're applying to.

[Laboratorian]

surely it wouldn't be a problem as long as you have a perscription.

everytime i've taken a drug test they always ask you to list what meds you are on.

[color=silver](so......they didn't tell y'all how to disable a drug test in nursing school?)

[LoneWolfRN2010]

just curious, where is the list of drugs that would force you into IPN even if you legitimately prescribed them? I can see not being able to take them while working, but if they are legally and legitimately prescribed.... that confuses me. I do not take anything, but I can't guarantee I'll never get hurt a day in my life and need something either!

[GGT1]

I know most people would disagree with me, but I think as nurses we should all be subject to drug testing. There are so many nurses that have a problem with drugs and they can easily be obtained in our profession.