Quickstepper

Wait... this must be really expensive?!?

Thank you! I don't have anything to worry about then !

Does anyone know what labs IPN requires or typically requests at the end of a contract? I've been told they end up costing a lot and include hair, urine and blood. I'm wondering what panels they draw in addition to the regular ones they run during monitoring. Any surprises?

Was your license actually under a discipline order? I think that's what is the main issue. I would think that any board of nursing would have that information posted on their website.

I suggest you consult with an attorney before speaking to anyone else.

Good plan. I doubt you're on the radar for being potentially dangerous to the public. They would have contacted you right away. Stop being anxious. Don't pay interest on a debt you don't owe.

I wouldn't do anything right now. I can't see self-reporting doing you any good unless you were arrested or committed a crime - something that you would be required to report on your renewal. What I would do is, preemptively, contact a very good attorney who specializes in nursing licensure issues in your state. It's worth it to pay for an initial consultation. They attorney will probably give you the best advice based on your circumstances. Just be sure the attorney has extensive experience working these cases and is very familiar with your state board. Unless you feel you cannot maintain sobriety on your own, or have am on-going substance abuse issue which you need accountability and help with, I would not recommend self-reporting. These programs are a nightmare and can actually cause more damage than good. It's not true in all cases though. For some nurses with serious addiction issues It's a godsend and can be the thing that changes their life for the better. Only you know if that's what you need or not.

Which state do you live in? What are your monitoring requirements? How long is your contract for? What type of nursing do you have experience in and how long have you been a nurse? Knowing this information will help to offer some suggestions.

I've done quite a bit of teaching both in the academic setting and in hospitals. My first question is why you would need to take a refresher? In order to teach its preferable to have had at least a couple years of recent practice. Read the job description and requirements carefully. It also depends on what conditions are included in your contract. If you are talking about teaching clinical, you may have issues around the supervision requirements. You might want to consider teaching in a nursing assistant program. I've taught advanced skills to CNAs and absolutely loved working with them.

I thought someone had put together a spread sheet for codes? Is that still available? If not, we need to make another one up.

And this is what the CA BON choose? Why isn't there public outrage?

I didn't know that there was such a thing as this! what are the details?

Can anyone update us on the new California monitoring program since the BRN ended their contract with Maximus?

This article came out today- 12/24/24. I commend the nurses who spoke up as well as the journalists covering it. When will other states follow suit? We as nurses need to push this our to the public and not be held back by fear of retribution. Please take time to check it out and share it. https://www.kqed.org/news/12019189/its-living-hell-nurses-say-a-california-addiction-recovery-program-ended-their-careers

I've been to both Gainesville and Tampa for evaluations. Unfortunately, both places/doctors/evaluators are awful. The worst part is that they can say whatever they want to about you, and there's no recourse to challenge their recommendations. The "evaluations" take place behind closed doors, with just the doctor whose evaluating you there. Upon reflection, I think this probably crosses a huge ethical line in regards to the possibility of being exploited by the evaluator. I have no idea why this hasn't already been challenged. There should always be someone overseeing these,or they should be recorded. My advice is to request to have a " chaperone" for your own protection and to ensure some sort of accountability on the part of IPN.

Wow! This is very interesting. I was considering moving my monitoring contract from Florida to California, but Maximus told me I'd have to start my 5 year contract totally over with no credit for what I completed in Florida. Since I have 2 years left in Florida, there was no way I wanted to start over. I didn't realize that Maximus could dictate these decisions. I'm curious if anyone knows why the California BRN is ending the contract?

Not sure what you're asking? Can you clarify the question/situation?

I maybe interested. I have licenses in FL and CA, have an MSN in Nursing Education and 30 years of clinical experience, plus teaching experience. PM Mr if you are interested.

I'm approaching the last 2 years of my monitoring contract in FL, and will be eligible for transitional monitoring soon. I've asked my case manager about details but only got vague answers. Can anyone provide information on the specifics concerning what is allowed and the level of employer involvement? Thanks !

Can you all include the length of the contract you signed on for? And what the offense was ? I'm considering transferring to California from Florida. I have a little over 2 years left in Florida, but have already moved back to California because of family issues. Trying to determine if California will give me credit for the time I've already done in Florida, or stick me on another 5 year contract. Thanks!

If you can help it, do not give up your California license. This is the hardest one to get, and ultimately can be used as an endorsement to get licensed in any other state.

What is a NSG facilitator? How do I get in contact with one?

I've never heard of someone being monitored by 2 different states programs! That's crazy. My situation involves living primarily in California, but working intermittently in Florida. The problem arises because IPN states that if you live in a different state, have a license in that state, you have to be monitored in that state ( even though I'm not working in California). It's ridiculously complicated ?.

Looking for information from anyone who transferred from another state's program to California (Maximus) and received credit for the time they have already been in monitoring. I've been looking into this for a while and recently spoke to a California attorney who said that I would most likely be required to start my contract over completely, without credit for what I've already done. This would potentially entail another five-year contract.I'm currently halfway (2.5 years) through my five-year contract in Florida and will be eligible for transitional monitoring in January. The reason for my move to California concerns my family home that I inherited and want desperately to keep. This requires me to claim it as my primary residence per new property tax laws. Since I have a clear license in California already, it makes sense to transfer. However, not if I have to completely start over.My dilemma is whether to stick it out in Florida for the remaining 2.5 years and travel back and forth from California to Florida periodically. I can work per-diem or agency jobs in Florida—just enough to show compliance. It's expensive and complicated, and I'm having trouble finding straightforward answers.My original offense was a positive THC drug test, and my license has never been disciplined (I don't know if that helps my case or not).I'm willing to do whatever I have to in order to get through this and keep my house.