SassyErRn

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  1. Do they have to know? I need help!!!

    SassyErRn replied to RNOTODAY's topic in Nurses Recovery

    I agree with RN4HUGS...start with finding info on your states assistance program. I live in MI and am under HPRP. As long as I stay compliant with my contract I will not be reported to the BON. It...

  2. Finding a new sponsor

    SassyErRn posted a topic in Nurses Recovery

    Hello fellow recovering nurses. I haven't been on this site in awhile but I am looking for some guidance. My recovery from drug addiction is going well but I am having trouble finding a new sponsor....

  3. I find out tomorrow

    SassyErRn posted a topic in Nurses Recovery

    I had an interview with a home care place and got an offer that I accepted. My start date is already set for July 14th and I put in my 2 week notice yesterday. The only thing...I will not find out...

  4. Nurses Self Reporting (MICH)

    SassyErRn replied to Tanlie226's topic in Nurses Recovery

    I agree with rninmi. I was caught last year for diverting and I admitted everything. I was suspended from my job and I called hprp (otherwise the hospital would turn me into the state). To answer...

  5. Gotta question

    SassyErRn replied to ms. papa RN AGAIN's topic in Nurses Recovery

    Ditto what pp said. Good luck and

  6. Should I still become nurse after...in recovery...?

    SassyErRn replied to dontwory's topic in Nurses Recovery

    Like the previous posters said...you must have a solid recovery before doing this...but you can do it. Nursing school is very demanding but recovery needs to come first. Find meetings you love and...

  7. Update on interview

    SassyErRn posted a topic in Nurses Recovery

    I posted last week that I was going to my first interview since in recovery (almost 1 year c&s now). Well, it wasn't great, wasn't terrible either. I did not get the job tho...but I am ok I...

  8. I have an interview!

    SassyErRn posted a topic in Nurses Recovery

    Background: Er nurse for 3 years, suspended May 30, 2008 for diversion. Involved in MIs hprp program. Sober almost 12 months. Since November I have been working in the same hospital I was suspended...

  9. Help with a first step assignment please

    SassyErRn posted a topic in Nurses Recovery

    I met with my new sponsor last night and she asked me to work on some things before we meet again next week. She wants me to make a list of ways I have been mentally powerless and physically...

  10. Help with a first step assignment please

    SassyErRn replied to SassyErRn's topic in Nurses Recovery

    Wow guys, thank you so much. Like I said, I had a list going but I guess I just needed some reassurance. Jack, I like how you said it only took you 5 years to catch on...lol. My therapist said that...

  11. I did it!!!

    SassyErRn posted a topic in Nurses Recovery

    I posted a week or so ago about how I need a sponsor and it's tough for me to get to new meetings and put myself out there, nervous and shy, etc. Well, this past week I went to a women's aa meeting...

  12. what to say?

    SassyErRn replied to power99's topic in Nurses Recovery

    This is a tough one and seems to be split down the middle between those who think you should be honest and those who think that's it's none of their business. I can understand how it's none of their...

  13. update on finding a sponsor

    SassyErRn posted a topic in Nurses Recovery

    I talked to my nurse friend about being my sponsor. Basically she said that she wouldn't feel comfortable filling out my quaterly reports when she herself is not involved much in step work. She does...

  14. update on finding a sponsor

    SassyErRn replied to SassyErRn's topic in Nurses Recovery

    Thanks, I needed that. Sometimes the small reminders are so huge! I talked to my group about it because I wanted to be open and honest. That also keeps me in check with getting to some new meetings...

  15. Finally Made It!!!! Now what???

    SassyErRn replied to rninmi's topic in Nurses Recovery

    Yeah! What a great feeling that must be. Congrats! I am in hprp too. It hasn't been a year yet but I am glad that there is

  16. What is the usual process?

    SassyErRn replied to recoveringcory's topic in Nurses Recovery

    Hello and welcome. Every state is different. I was diverting narcs and was suspended from my job. I was given the phone # for my states recovery program that helps healthcare workers. If I didn't...

  17. possible placement after my temp job

    SassyErRn posted a topic in Nurses Recovery

    Hi everyone. I called my worksite monitor this morning to let her know my quater is ending in two weeks. She is the woman from hr who I delt with at the time of my suspension and since I am working...

  18. possible placement after my temp job

    SassyErRn replied to SassyErRn's topic in Nurses Recovery

    Thank you so much. After sleeping on the idea for a few nights I am actually warming up to it (although it's not a for sure thing and I am not faced with it right at the moment). I would be where I...

  19. What is your opinion/knowledge base on recovery programs?

    SassyErRn replied to Magsulfate's topic in Nurses Recovery

    Good thread. I too am from MI and after my work intervention I entered the Health Professionals Recovery Program (HPRP). I had no idea about such a program but thank God for it. I think it should...

  20. possible placement after my temp job

    SassyErRn replied to SassyErRn's topic in Nurses Recovery

    Thanks easttexasnurse. I did say at the end of my post that I do just need to "get over it" and you being "harsh" (but I did not take it badly) was just another needed kick in the pants. I also told...

  21. Interviewed for a job....I think this might be it!!!

    SassyErRn replied to chaotic's topic in Nurses Recovery

    Awsome! I am so happy to hear you found something. You are such a strong person and it paid off! Good luck and keep us

  22. need to vent about my husband...sorry long.

    SassyErRn posted a topic in Nurses Recovery

    This day is getting worse. Here I am working at my desk thinking about how my husband is at home, still umemployed. Instead of refocusing on my work I think about how he hasn't worked since the summer...

  23. need to vent about my husband...sorry long.

    SassyErRn replied to SassyErRn's topic in Nurses Recovery

    easttexasnurse, Thank you so much for the kind words. I love the way you put it....how I am working to keep my head above water and he is the tow. And you are right, he needs to know that my...

  24. need to vent about my husband...sorry long.

    SassyErRn replied to SassyErRn's topic in Nurses Recovery

    Wow you guys, thank you so very much for the prayers and hugs. I needed that. Last night when I got home from work we sat down and talked about the situation. I couldn't help but cry and long...

  25. what to do

    SassyErRn posted a topic in Nurses Recovery

    Hello everyone. Hope you all are happy and well. I have been working in the medical records dept for almost 2 months now and when I started I was told that it was just temp. I am working at the...