Sam_0896

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. 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...

  3. 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...

  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. 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...

  8. 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

  9. 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

  10. 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...

  11. 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...

  12. 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...

  13. 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...

  14. I had dilute urine :(

    Sam_0896 posted a topic in Nurses Recovery

    I am not looking for advice so much as I would like some kind words (feel so weird asking for this). So, I had dilute urine. It wasn't intentional, just that I drink a lot of water and don't eat...

  15. 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...

  16. 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

  17. I had dilute urine :(

    Sam_0896 replied to Sam_0896's topic in Nurses 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...

  18. I had dilute urine :(

    Sam_0896 replied to Sam_0896's topic in Nurses 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...

  19. How to cope with shame?

    Sam_0896 posted a topic in Nurses Recovery

    I am in 5 year contract following suicide attempt at work. Part of the requirement is weekly peer support groups. I know participating in a positive manner is important to getting my license...

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

    Sam_0896 replied to spiritualconfront's topic in Nurses 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

  21. Being monitored but would like to move to another state

    Sam_0896 replied to Michellercruz's topic in Nurses Recovery

    You should ask your board of nursing. Then ask the board of the state you want to relocate to. Some states will honor the time served, but others will make you start over. My state also makes sure...

  22. I had dilute urine :(

    Sam_0896 replied to Sam_0896's topic in Nurses Recovery

    I don't want to humiliate my family with a discipline order. I have another job at a tech company and the requirements (support group, drug testing) aren't an issue for me. I would be in therapy even...

  23. I had dilute urine :(

    Sam_0896 replied to Sam_0896's topic in Nurses Recovery

    Yeah they want me to go to treatment facility but I don't have a substance use issue. I mean granted I've never struggled with depression like this but it seems so odd to now make me go to AA for 5...

  24. What has helped you on your recovery journey?

    Sam_0896 posted a topic in Nurses Recovery

    I noticed a lot of people do view these threads even if they don't reply, so I thought it'd be nice to share the things that helped everyone in their recovery For me 1. Buddhism - I'm not a...

  25. How to cope with shame?

    Sam_0896 replied to Sam_0896's topic in Nurses Recovery

    Oh yeah, I have a great support system and I'm doing this IOP program. I have a therapist as well. I don't feel good when I talk to them. I just wanted to say something in peer support because of the...