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Congrats. It is no small feat. Wish you allll the best.

I do not know how it works in your state but in my state - you would typically have a one year suspension and could re apply for the program (but only after jumping through some extra hoops); in the meantime- wishing you all the best; keep doing the next right thing. Cheering for ya.

I am in a different state but just want to say good work on your sobriety! Wishing you all the best- you can do it!

I am so sorry that you have gone through this. What a nightmare. Wishing you all the best.

First- chin up. You are not the sum of your mistakes. It feels REALLY dark right now. I remember it. It WILL get better. I promise. In the meantime- keep doing the next right thing. I do not know where you are located and what your inital eval will involve but I would advise that you get an attorney... I know it seems like one more thing you cannot afford but it could save you in the long run. Check the website for the association of nurse attorneys for a licensing specific one in your area. Wishing you all the best. You can do it.

#1- take care of YOU. I would strongly advise against telling ANYONE in rehab that you are a nurse. They can and often will report you. But- that is all secondary to you getting help and taking care of yourself. You can deal with any of that later. Many many many nurses get treatment and don't end up in trouble with the board. You do not owe your employer an explanation; take your FMLA leave. Get better. Rooting for you.

This board has provided me great info and great hope during some dark times. Wishing you all the best and congrats on your first 17 months- the days are long sometimes but keep your head up!

Beachy is correct. A good attorney can make ALL the difference in how you get treated; the board does not care about you. First and foremost take care of YOU. Get the help you may need. Talk to NOBODY; no co workers; you cannot trust anybody but your attorney with this. Wishing you all the best. Many of us have been in your shoes and come through the fire. Hugs Lady

I would suspect that it would be negative BUT the only way that you can make sure is complete abstinence; I know it absolutely stinks. Especially if alcohol was not your problem- however- the worry that comes from having an occasional drink was not worth it to me in the end; I had a 5 year contract and it was hard enough without additional worry. Wishing you all the best.

this was the standard procedure outlined for my observed screens; most collectors were kind and just watched me pee, not make me do the shimmy shake and touch your toes BS.

I am so sorry you are going through this. I don't know anything about Texas or RAMP but I'd talk to a licensing attorney in your current state and see what they suggest. (((hugs)))

gotta assume they all are, unfortunately

First of all, congrats on getting sober and staying that way in the last four months!; every addict on here has done things they are ashamed of- keep working your program and try not to let guilt and shame overwhelm you. YOU ARE NOT ALONE. Keep your attorney- keep your mouth shut. Talk to nobody outside of your attorney. Keep working if you can and stay sober; keep your head up. Wishing you all the best Lady

universe- those first days can feel lonely and dark... you are not alone! (((HUGS)))

I recently finished a five year "contract"; I just want to give you all a bit of encouragement. You can rise above. You can do this. I understand the guilt, anger, shame, bitterness... just keep doing the next right thing. Lady