Sam_0896

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1. Testing costs increase?

   Sam_0896 posted a topic in Nurses Recovery

   I noticed the collection site fees increased last year. I was curious if anyone knew whether the drug testing costs increase too? Just figured it is likely to get more expensive as time goes on and...

2. Be careful in monitoring with urine and blood tests like peth!

   Sam_0896 replied to Universe93B's topic in Nurses Recovery

   In our program, it's an automatic 1 year extension if you have any positive drug screens after your first year. It's just not worth it at all. It's not worth the stress to have just a couple of...

3. Are you allowed controlled medications while you work?

   Sam_0896 posted a topic in Nurses Recovery

   I have been on ritalin for 20+ years for adhd. My program does not allow nurses to take any controlled substances, with or without a prescription, except for adhd. You need a letter from the doctor...

4. Test Codes for Affinity!

   Sam_0896 replied to gandorx's topic in Nurses Recovery

   I don't know if every state is the same, but I believe option 2 is egt. I take controlled medication and that is the only one that is never positive for

5. Losing my ambition

   Sam_0896 replied to santi_05's topic in Nurses Recovery

   I wish I could hug you through the screen!! I am right there with you!! I felt the same way and my only saving grace was finding a career outside of nursing. The only advice I can give is to actively...

6. Part time jobs while in monitoring

   Sam_0896 replied to santi_05's topic in Nurses Recovery

   I would definitely look at job boards in your community for elder care or babysitter. My boyfriend did uber while he was a resident, which is also a good option. I worked in an Amazon warehouse...

7. Just got the dreaded phone call

   Sam_0896 replied to Nursefailure's topic in Nurses Recovery

   Wait, TX allows you to have a compact license while you're in

8. Different specialties including nursing on monitoring and getting back to work

   Sam_0896 replied to Universe93B's topic in Nurses Recovery

   You may find this useful. It is a study of different state programs and their components

9. Adderall addiction

   Sam_0896 replied to wondergirl22's topic in Nurses Recovery

   I agree that the board cares about safety but I don't think this contradicts what I wrote. I just meant in this specific case, taking Adderall that has been prescribed is not an issue that will affect...

10. What kind of treatment is necessary for a relapse?

    Sam_0896 replied to Sam_0896's topic in Nurses Recovery

    Wait so they had to go to rehab over a positive screen? I agree about how the board looks at it, which makes sense bc they aren't invested in whether nurses can successfully complete the program. I...

11. Refused UDS, what to do now?

    Sam_0896 replied to Redheadqueen00's topic in Nurses Recovery

    It depends on the state you live in. I've read posts on here saying it took months for BON to reach out. My advice is to get another job and keep working. If they do refer, it's good to have some...

12. What kind of treatment is necessary for a relapse?

    Sam_0896 replied to Sam_0896's topic in Nurses Recovery

    I'm already in a 5 year contract. The way I see it is I'm only in this position because there was something wrong. If I wasn't 100% guilty, then yeah I'd feel indignant about being compelled to...

13. What kind of treatment is necessary for a relapse?

    Sam_0896 posted a topic in Nurses Recovery

    Should I get an evaluation for alcoholism or just go straight into an IOP? For reference, this is my backstory: https://allnurses.com/I-dilute-urine-t755646/ I've been given a new contract...

14. I had dilute urine :(

    Sam_0896 replied to Sam_0896's topic in Nurses Recovery

    I actually looked this up, and I think you are right (albeit I don't know if it is etg or ethanol that cannot be diluted). Dilute is interpreted as positive in my program, because the possibility that...

15. Adderall addiction

    Sam_0896 replied to wondergirl22's topic in Nurses Recovery

    I'm a nurse who takes adderall for adhd. You'll be fine. As long as you have current prescription for inevitable positive drug screen, it will never be an issue for