Sam_0896

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1. Test Codes for Affinity!

   Sam_0896 replied to gandorx's topic in 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 me.

2. Losing my ambition

   Sam_0896 replied to santi_05's topic in 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 seek connection with others who are in your shoes ...

3. Part time jobs while in monitoring

   Sam_0896 replied to santi_05's topic in 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 for 2.5 weeks when I was first referred to this pr...

4. Just got the dreaded phone call

   Sam_0896 replied to Nursefailure's topic in Recovery

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

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

   Sam_0896 replied to Universe93B's topic in Recovery

   You may find this useful. It is a study of different state programs and their components https://www.NCSBN.org/public-files/ComponentsofNurseSubstanceUseDisorderMonitoringProgramJNR.pdf

6. Adderall addiction

   Sam_0896 replied to wondergirl22's topic in 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 any nurses' career. The prescription matters beca...

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

   Sam_0896 replied to Sam_0896's topic in 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 just want a neutral third party to evaluate me accor...

8. Refused UDS, what to do now?

   Sam_0896 replied to Redheadqueen00's topic in 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 money saved up. in my state, resigning in th...

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

   Sam_0896 replied to Sam_0896's topic in 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 participate. However, I definitely had depression that w...

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

    Sam_0896 posted a topic in 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 that includes dual diagnosis and told by my case m...

11. I had dilute urine :(

    Sam_0896 replied to Sam_0896's topic in 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 it is intentional. Additionally, I have no idea w...

12. Adderall addiction

    Sam_0896 replied to wondergirl22's topic in 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 yiu

13. I had dilute urine :(

    Sam_0896 replied to Sam_0896's topic in Recovery

    No, but still it just would make me feel so paranoid I guess. I'd feel really ashamed for putting them through that. Once I found a woman I worked with. Not intentionally but I googled her name and it popped up. Honestly, when they told me that...

14. I had dilute urine :(

    Sam_0896 replied to Sam_0896's topic in Recovery

    Your sponsor doesn't mind that you don't have an SUD? What do you talk about? I'm just curious because I imagine if I say I'm not an alcoholic that people will be hesitant to even be a sponsor. At the same time, I can totally relate to the underlying...

15. Anyone ever go into rehab voluntarily? How do you navigate BON/Work?

    Sam_0896 replied to spiritualconfront's topic in Recovery

    Is there anything that says they CANNOT report you? I think if there isn't some stipulation that exempts nurses who are seeking help, then op should keep it to themselves.