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  1. psych is so hard to break into...

    heynow1313 replied to heynow1313's topic in Psychiatric

    Thank you so much. I'm not giving up. It's encouraging to hear all the recommendations. Thanks

  2. psych is so hard to break into...

    heynow1313 replied to heynow1313's topic in Psychiatric

    Thank you. Yes, there is a large VA hospital in my area and they are hiring. Any suggestions about certifications/training I could get that don't require me to already be working as a psych nurse?...

  3. psych is so hard to break into...

    heynow1313 replied to heynow1313's topic in Psychiatric

    Thanks. Appreciate

  4. psych is so hard to break into...

    heynow1313 replied to heynow1313's topic in Psychiatric

    Oh cool. Thanks so much for that heads up. I've not seen a job posting from them yet. I did go on the company website and do not see one there either. But I jotted down the HR number and will call...

  5. psych is so hard to break into...

    heynow1313 replied to heynow1313's topic in Psychiatric

    You mean like a free standing psych hospital? If so, yes, have applied. There are 2 big ones in my area and they are constantly hiring. They are even strict, requiring at least 3 years patient...

  6. Can you work while in IPN

    heynow1313 replied to 1jewel's topic in Nurses Recovery

    Just checking in with you! Were you able to contact IPN regarding

  7. psych is so hard to break into...

    heynow1313 replied to heynow1313's topic in Psychiatric

    Thank you. Relocating may be an option down the road but not right now. I have considered working in another department and transferring, yes. Solid advice. Thank

  8. psych is so hard to break into...

    heynow1313 replied to heynow1313's topic in Psychiatric

    Thank you so much for your thorough and thoughtful reply. I agree with every point that you made and I think it's a combination of all of them. I would absolutely love nothing more than to leave...

  9. Can you work while in IPN

    heynow1313 replied to 1jewel's topic in Nurses Recovery

    They told you that the evaluation with the addictionologist was 4-7 thousand? It's just not true. Maybe you were so anxious you misunderstood? Please, call back tomorrow and have them

  10. Can you work while in IPN

    heynow1313 replied to 1jewel's topic in Nurses Recovery

    Correct, the IPN must approve you to return to work. Once approved, part of the actual contract is that you must work at least one year as a nurse to fulfill the contract satisfactorily. As for...

  11. I'M DONE, as in SUCCESSFULLY

    heynow1313 replied to SororAKS's topic in Nurses Recovery

    Good for

  12. All I do is cry

    heynow1313 replied to Bsn10's topic in Nurses Recovery

    once you comment on a thread, you will get automatic email updates when a person replies. You can also bookmark the thread on the upper left hand corner of the top of the original post page....

  13. Can you work while in IPN

    heynow1313 replied to 1jewel's topic in Nurses Recovery

    Yes, but you must be approved to return to work. I was approved to go back to work when I entered the IPN having gone through intensive outpatient already. Your contract should give you an...

  14. I'M DONE, as in SUCCESSFULLY

    heynow1313 replied to SororAKS's topic in Nurses Recovery

    I feel so bad continuing to ask questions about your situation considering you should be celebrating but **** it because I know these questions are relevant not only to your case, but, god forbid, to...

  15. All I do is cry

    heynow1313 replied to Bsn10's topic in Nurses Recovery

    You are feeling EXACTLY how you are supposed to be feeling. Agree, this process is akin to the stages of grief and you will go through them all and sometimes more than once. I encourage you to keep...

  16. Psych RN Reading List

    heynow1313 replied to Krzysztof's topic in Psychiatric

    Haha

  17. I'M DONE, as in SUCCESSFULLY

    heynow1313 replied to SororAKS's topic in Nurses Recovery

    I am ecstatic, elated, super excited, over the moon happy for you! I cannot imagine the feelings that are going through your head right now! Now am I to understand that the ETG was negative all...

  18. Good grief...I came up Positive

    heynow1313 replied to SororAKS's topic in Nurses Recovery

    Oops just realized you messaged. Probably haven't heard back. I wonder what is taking precedence over your issue. I mean really...this should be a priority for

  19. Good grief...I came up Positive

    heynow1313 replied to SororAKS's topic in Nurses Recovery

    And what was the

  20. Good grief...I came up Positive

    heynow1313 replied to SororAKS's topic in Nurses Recovery

    Again I have to ask, when discussing all this with the IPN and your case manager, were the levels finally revealed? I was told by the IPN that it is usually easy to determine whether the exposure was...

  21. Panel O-792441 drug test

    heynow1313 replied to ShellyeDMB117's topic in Nurses Recovery

    I second this. In my NSG, we all were talking a few months back how this "O" test popped up for all of us and no one knew what it was. It is urine, not blood, and I've heard it screens for more...

  22. how hard is it to break into addiction nursing?

    heynow1313 replied to heynow1313's topic in Addictions

    Thank you so much for your words of encouragement. That's sound advice that I will take and I am happy to hear you found your calling. Best of luck to

  23. Good grief...I came up Positive

    heynow1313 replied to SororAKS's topic in Nurses Recovery

    You hang tough! We are all behind

  24. Good grief...I came up Positive

    heynow1313 replied to SororAKS's topic in Nurses Recovery

    Like the others, I've been thinking about you too and realize it's Sunday which must feel so surreal to you. You should be celebrating...not living in limbo right now. I am curious, when you spoke...

  25. how hard is it to break into addiction nursing?

    heynow1313 replied to heynow1313's topic in Addictions

    Thanks. I am speaking with people at Banyan Treatment Center. I really hope I get a shot and appreciate your honest