Recovering RN

Recovering RN has 26 years experience.

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1. Recovery Trek - Test Options

   Recovering RN replied to RecoveryRN's topic in Recovery

   My program also used Recovery Trek and used letters. After a few years, based on cost, you could figure out what was higher/multiple drug panels. Kratom, for us, was a specialty test, and we had to call in and get a code. Also, the sensitivity of the...

2. Completed VA HPMP... Have Questions? Let me know!

   Recovering RN replied to Recovering RN's topic in Recovery

   I could not work in healthcare at all. I worked retail for about 4 months. I signed my contract in May. I started my IOP in July. Completed IOP that fall. I had to do individual and group therapy and once I had completed IOP, was enrolled in therapy ...

3. Completed VA HPMP... Have Questions? Let me know!

   Recovering RN replied to Recovering RN's topic in Recovery

   I did VA HPMP it was rough. 5 years but I made it through

4. Completed VA HPMP... Have Questions? Let me know!

   Recovering RN replied to Recovering RN's topic in Recovery

   I do not know specifics, only that DC is, I believe, 3 years. I was in VA HPMP and needed a DC license. When I spoke with the program rep in DC for permission for VA to continue monitoring me, she suggested I switch over to DC as it was much more len...

5. Completed VA HPMP... Have Questions? Let me know!

   Recovering RN replied to Recovering RN's topic in Recovery

   If your Texas license isn't free and clear of any issues, Virginia will not issue a license. Virginia's program is 5 years. DC's program is much more lenient and shorter, not sure if that is an option. Also of note, have you sought treatment and sta...

6. Completed VA HPMP... Have Questions? Let me know!

   Recovering RN replied to Recovering RN's topic in Recovery

   Not to scare you, but often times what the evaluation recommends is what they go with, but your situation is unique, especially since they have not restricted you from working at this point. Eileen Talamante is a lawyer that many work with in theses ...

7. Completed VA HPMP... Have Questions? Let me know!

   Recovering RN replied to Recovering RN's topic in Recovery

   I would guess your lawyer doesn't want to make any type of guess on outcome. There really isn't much more than the substance abuse evaluation that you can do. I would just be honest make sure to sync up with your lawyer before the hearing so she can ...

8. Completed VA HPMP... Have Questions? Let me know!

   Recovering RN replied to Recovering RN's topic in Recovery

   Usually, when it says yes, then there is another "something" to click on that shows what it is. Typically it is an order, or what probation or restrictions if any are. If your license is unencumbered meaning no restrictions etc. As far as being place...

9. Completed VA HPMP... Have Questions? Let me know!

   Recovering RN replied to Recovering RN's topic in Recovery

   I would just keep living life and praying it all works out. An informal meeting sounds like a slap on the wrist and possibly a written warning. I don't think your license will be affected if it hasn't thus far. As far as the travel with HPMP its only...

10. Completed VA HPMP... Have Questions? Let me know!

    Recovering RN replied to Recovering RN's topic in Recovery

    It's hard to say, but with this much time and the BON knowing you are practicing, I think it's likely a probation or reprimand but not the program. I would just pray on it and I think it will turn out OK. Testing, I believe, is within 250 miles of V...

11. Completed VA HPMP... Have Questions? Let me know!

    Recovering RN replied to Recovering RN's topic in Recovery

    I'm surprised it's taken this long. But you are still working as an RN? That, I believe, goes in your favor. To be honest, HPMP is not great. It's a very archaic and cookie-cutter program that needs to be dismantled and reconstructed to truly help pe...

12. Completed VA HPMP... Have Questions? Let me know!

    Recovering RN replied to Recovering RN's topic in Recovery

    I was granted what the board calls a "stay" which means my license was not suspended but I had to follow any and all recommendations by HPMP and complete the program . One of the stipulations was I needed to attend an outpatient IOP, have individual ...

13. Completed VA HPMP... Have Questions? Let me know!

    Recovering RN replied to Recovering RN's topic in Recovery

    The eval will likely determine what the board decides. If they suggest HPMP or treatment, you can appeal to the board, and then you do go in front of the board. Everything comes down to what the eval shows. I had a real problem, and ultimately, the ...

14. Completed VA HPMP... Have Questions? Let me know!

    Recovering RN replied to Recovering RN's topic in Recovery

    Your lawyer will instruct you what to do. Have you been contacted by the investigator yet? They will contact you and ask you a series of questions. They will also ask you who your counsel is. They will recommend to the board what to do. If they sugge...

15. Completed VA HPMP... Have Questions? Let me know!

    Recovering RN replied to Recovering RN's topic in Recovery

    What state are you in? If you tested positive while on the job you may have to enter the program. It all depends on your state and your board of nursing.