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

    heynow1313 posted a topic in Psychiatric

    I've posted here before on this topic. I'm a BSN with a BA in psych. I currently work in private care with a dementia care patient and part time at an urgent care clinic. I have been actively...

  2. Almost finished with ipn

    heynow1313 replied to Junebug59's topic in Nurses Recovery

    Several people in my nurse support group have gotten out of their IPN contract a few months early. In fact....pretty much all of them have, now that I think about it. Even those who had relapsed early...

  3. abnormal urine with IPN

    heynow1313 replied to gabby3's topic in Nurses Recovery

    Did you talk to your CM about next steps? I'm so sorry you are going through this. I am in the IPN too and I seem to recall a girl in my nurse support group, who has since graduated, having a...

  4. Just looking for some advice...

    heynow1313 replied to willow14's topic in Nurses Recovery

    Of course- I'm happy to help in any way. I know what you mean about patience, too. Again- if you have a nurse support group- they are your best resource for things of this nature as each monitoring...

  5. Just looking for some advice...

    heynow1313 replied to willow14's topic in Nurses Recovery

    In my state, several restrictions were lifted once I passed the 3 year mark in a 5 year contract, including direct supervision. I'd be cautious about asking your case manager. It's just not a good...

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

    heynow1313 replied to heynow1313's topic in Psychiatric

    Hello Everyone. Finally, I caught a break. I had a great interview the other day with the director of behavioral health for an inpatient psych position. I wish everyone could be interviewed by this...

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

    heynow1313 posted a topic in Addictions

    For so many reasons- both personal and professional- that are too long winded to get into here, I believe I really am meant to be in addictions nursing. I have a degree in psychology and personal...

  8. Celebrate Recovery

    heynow1313 replied to Sally87's topic in Nurses Recovery

    You've mentioned that quote before here and I made a mental note of it cuz I loved it so much! Such a great and true

  9. how to avoid dilute/abnormal uds

    heynow1313 posted a topic in Nurses Recovery

    I recall reading some posts about how to avoid dilutes/abnormals. This is directly from IPN and I think it will benefit anyone struggling with urine screens, regardless of the program you're in or...

  10. Celebrate Recovery

    heynow1313 replied to Sally87's topic in Nurses Recovery

    Oh also... yes, you messed up. Maybe more than once. I'm sure more than once. But you are still a decent person capable of love and loving. No amount of beating yourself up will change what you...

  11. Celebrate Recovery

    heynow1313 replied to Sally87's topic in Nurses Recovery

    I don't know if your particular monitoring program requires you to participate in weekly Nurse Support Groups, but if so, that is where the bulk of my healing took place. A room full of fellow nurses...

  12. how to avoid dilute/abnormal uds

    heynow1313 replied to heynow1313's topic in Nurses Recovery

    I'm glad you found what worked for you. I, too, have had my own issues with dilutes/abnormals for no reason other than I am healthy and like to stay hydrated. Was floored when I first started...

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

    heynow1313 replied to heynow1313's topic in Psychiatric

    That's probably the biggest hurdle. Not being able to connect with a human being. On the one hand, I get it, especially from HR, recruiters, hiring managers, etc... Can you imagine if every...

  14. Universal Health Services concerns

    heynow1313 replied to SunnyDay2day's topic in Psychiatric

    i am scared straight. Message received loud and

  15. Universal Health Services concerns

    heynow1313 replied to SunnyDay2day's topic in Psychiatric

    There are 2 large facilities in the miami-ft. lauderdale area that I'm applying to... but now I wonder if I could even do it if I were hired. Sigh Universal Health Services (UHS) Skewered (Again) by...

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

    heynow1313 replied to heynow1313's topic in Psychiatric

    That's such awesome and inspirational news! Nice to meet you too and thank you so very much for your kind

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

    heynow1313 replied to heynow1313's topic in Psychiatric

    Yes! I just applied to corrections positions and some newly posted state facilities. I'm not giving up. Thank you for your

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

    heynow1313 replied to heynow1313's topic in Psychiatric

    Thanks for the recommendation. I live in Miami area so that's a bit far but I appreciate the reply. There are a lot of HCA facilities down here, Aventura, Kendall Regional, Mercy, etc... . I've...

  19. Need help with crisis intervention training

    heynow1313 replied to CapeCodMermaid's topic in Psychiatric

    I'm interested in learning about trauma informed care training but having a hard time finding information on line as I'm not quite sure what exactly I'm looking for. I'm looking to take courses or...

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

    heynow1313 replied to heynow1313's topic in Psychiatric

    just sent my application in for the crisis text hotline. Thank you for a great recommendation. That's something I would like to be apart of even if I weren't looking to fluff up my

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

    heynow1313 replied to heynow1313's topic in Psychiatric

    interested in this trauma informed care training but not sure I'm finding the correct course online. Would you be kind enough to provide a direct link to the course you have in mind? Thank you so...

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

    heynow1313 replied to heynow1313's topic in Psychiatric

    Thanks so much. You have so many awesome recommendations. Would you mind if I PM you

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

    heynow1313 replied to heynow1313's topic in Psychiatric

    Just now really exploring government positions Agree that this is where you get the hardcore experience and really can prove yourself. I'm literally exploring every avenue. Thank you so much for...

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

    heynow1313 replied to heynow1313's topic in Psychiatric

    Very interested, actually, more so interested in dual diagnosis as I have personal experience with addiction. There are many treatment centers down south and I've had 2 interviews. Both went very...

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

    heynow1313 replied to heynow1313's topic in Psychiatric

    Thanks! I'm interested in learning more about the trauma informed care you recommend. I will PM you later.