Bugsandlola22 replied to Smit5292's topic in Nurses Recovery
Hey there!
I'm not from Georgia but I just wanted to send you love and positive thoughts during this difficult time. I went through a 5 year program for different reasons (turned into 7 because...
Bugsandlola22 replied to california_rn's topic in Nurses Recovery
I'm not familiar with Vault, but I can tell you in my states version there are about 8 different combinations for different UDS. The cheapest one only tests for alcohol. The more expensive the...
Bugsandlola22 replied to Sam_0896's topic in Nurses Recovery
I believe D.C. is under Maryland's PDMP, but I'm not 100% sure.
Is it possible to complete your program in another state your licensed in?
I remember hearing from someone from the program I...
Bugsandlola22 replied to GettinthehangRN's topic in Nurses Recovery
So many wonderful memories driving up 95-N with my kids towards New Haven where they have those taco trucks.
Really hoping they're still there-- Go treat yourself to some tacos once you see...
Bugsandlola22 replied to GettinthehangRN's topic in Nurses Recovery
I hope you don't have to take that route either and don't think you will-- however, if you do, please don't hesitate to reach out.. Like I said I've been there, done that, and got the t-shirt. ?...
Bugsandlola22 replied to GettinthehangRN's topic in Nurses Recovery
If I were a betting man I'd put my money on you being OK. You haven't had a drink in awhile I take it, yeah? So your senses were probably much more sensitive to the lingering wine in the empty water...
Bugsandlola22 replied to GettinthehangRN's topic in Nurses Recovery
No judgement here AT ALL. I'm so sorry you're going through this stress, I've been there myself.
In my state an option 1 UDS does test for ETG. Do you remember how much the test costs? That...
Bugsandlola22 replied to Nurse_MSNRN's topic in Nurses Recovery
For me it was 2 months after. I saw a guy named (MODERATOR EDIT OF NAME) and he honestly was a joke. I really am hoping you saw someone who was professional. Wishing all the best to you during...
Bugsandlola22 replied to Bugsandlola22's topic in Nurses Recovery
unfortunately @IrishCMSRN was spot on about starting over again at month zero. I decided not to voluntarily admit my relapse but when my case manager called me out on it I didn't deny it or request...
Bugsandlola22 replied to Kristina2222's topic in Nurses Recovery
The main ones I would avoid with my experience due to test sensitivity are the pastas cooked with alcohol (vodka penne, chicken marsala, ect) and cosmetic products with hemp/alcohol. The poppy seeds...
Bugsandlola22 replied to Bugsandlola22's topic in Nurses Recovery
@SpankedInPittsburgh thank you for your support and kindness. I believe you may be correct about the voluntary confession not helping which truly is ashame. I too usually get option 3 and honestly...