jackstem

jackstem

Impaired Nurse Advocate, CRNA, ER,

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  1. Tested positive for dilaudid

    jackstem replied to bobertsmith's topic in Nurses Recovery

    Here ya go Michelle... https://allnurses.com/nurses-and-recovery/license-inactive-due-476370.html I posted a response as did one other person. If you get stuck let me know.

  2. License inactive due to relapse while in IPN

    jackstem replied to Michelle Turner RN's topic in Nurses Recovery

    Welcome Michelle. Once you get the letter, you might want to consider hiring an attorney to be sure your rights are protected and you don't put your foot in it", so to speak. Yes, attorneys cost money...

  3. Tested positive for dilaudid

    jackstem replied to bobertsmith's topic in Nurses Recovery

    It's likely the hospital performed a dip stick test as a screen. If that is so, the positive result could be a "false positive". Do you know if they performed a GC/MS (gas chromatography/mass...

  4. Back in nursing..but never really was in it...

    jackstem replied to pookiesmom's topic in Nurses Recovery

    pookie, I wish I had some sort of magic formula that would make all of this happen right now (or at least this week). But isn't that just like an addict/alcoholic? Instant gratification? Shoot, I went...

  5. Tested positive for dilaudid

    jackstem replied to bobertsmith's topic in Nurses Recovery

    It depends on the state you're in and the nurse practice act. It's spelled out in the boards by-laws. It can get pretty ugly if they think you're lying. If you retain an attorney they will be with you...

  6. Tested positive for dilaudid

    jackstem replied to bobertsmith's topic in Nurses Recovery

    I agree with purple_peonies...retain an attorney who practices administrative law and has experience facing the board of nursing in your state. Do not speak with ANYONE! Tell them to contact your...

  7. Violation of the Traditions?

    jackstem replied to MizChelleRN's topic in Nurses Recovery

    There are numerous forms of "Caduceus" groups throughout the country. The ones I've been involved with have generally take the framework of a 12 Step meeting, but did not rely solely on the AA style....

  8. Social Worker Wants Me In an Impaired Nurse Program--I am NOT Impaired

    jackstem replied to Mezcalero's topic in Nurses Recovery

    We are all entitled to our own opinions on this or any other topic. I'd be interested in reading some of the research on ibogaine. If you have access to peer reviewed, double blind studies let me know...

  9. IPN evaluation

    jackstem replied to metnaj23's topic in Nurses Recovery

    If you are facing an investigation by the board of nursing, especially if the charges include diversion or practicing impaired, hire an attorney. The board of nursing has attorneys advising them, you...

  10. Social Worker Wants Me In an Impaired Nurse Program--I am NOT Impaired

    jackstem replied to Mezcalero's topic in Nurses Recovery

    I hope your physical recovery continues and you regain your previous level of health. One suggestion...if you haven't hired a license defense attorney I strongly recommend you obtain one. Someone...

  11. Need help fast about working with the board and my addiction.

    jackstem replied to awsdig05's topic in Nurses Recovery

    I completely agree with imfree...consult with an administrative law attorney with experience representing nurses before the state board. You can contact the state bar association for some assistance...

  12. Narcotic Use and Diversion in Nursing

    jackstem replied to CASTLEGATES's topic in Nurses Recovery

    I'm sorry to hear of the death of your colleague. One more unnecessary death. I can hear some of the other nurses now..."Serves her right for diverting." or "One more junkie we won't have to worry...

  13. License reinstated but no one will hire me

    jackstem replied to 47lpn's topic in Nurses Recovery

    i need a clarification of your post. you said you're "facing the formal charges of diversion with trafficking." and then you said you became an addict. here's why i'm asking. the overall meaning of...

  14. Narcotic Use and Diversion in Nursing

    jackstem replied to CASTLEGATES's topic in Nurses Recovery

    Thanks Davis, I appreciate your entire post. Yes, it's appalling how completely ignorant so many nurses, doctors and other health care providers are in this country. The thing I find most disgusting...

  15. Narcotic Use and Diversion in Nursing

    jackstem replied to CASTLEGATES's topic in Nurses Recovery

    As my brother said (and he's 4 years older than I am, but looks 10 years younger because I've had gray hair for 20 years now) my title matches my hair!!! Looking forward to this. She's been trying...

  16. Narcotic Use and Diversion in Nursing

    jackstem replied to CASTLEGATES's topic in Nurses Recovery

    Thanks folks! It feels pretty good.....and no drugs involved!!! :lol2:

  17. Already Frustrated and Overwhelmed

    jackstem replied to jadedRN04's topic in Nurses Recovery

    You are correct, you do have some significant blessings in your life. Keep putting one foot in front of the other and you will get through this. It's normal to feel fear about the unknown, especially...

  18. Pre-Nursing Student in Recovery

    jackstem replied to AnonymouslyPosting's topic in Nurses Recovery

    Yes, there is discrimination in nursing when it comes to addiction in a colleague (dependence on ETOH, prescription drugs, or "street drugs" is all the same disease. Amazing how many health care...

  19. Bad advice/substance abuse programs

    jackstem replied to LStanfield's topic in Nurses Recovery

    LStanfield, I've sent you a private message and an email in order to provide assistance if possible. Let me know how I can help and I'll give it a shot.

  20. Dr. Drew, Tom Arnold on Larry King

    jackstem replied to lifeistweet's topic in Nurses Recovery

    Your mini-rant is justified. Before my addiction I did pain management as part of my practice as a CRNA. After it became clear to me returning to practice would kill me, I began teaching pain...

  21. Narcotic Use and Diversion in Nursing

    jackstem replied to CASTLEGATES's topic in Nurses Recovery

    A fitting symbol of your rebirth! (Congrats back at ya!!)

  22. Narcotic Use and Diversion in Nursing

    jackstem replied to CASTLEGATES's topic in Nurses Recovery

    Thanks Deb, I do my best. Definitely feeling good...just found out I'm going to be a Grandpa in the fall!! Hopefully the birth will happen on the due date (10/10/10) since this recovering addict's...

  23. License reinstated but no one will hire me

    jackstem replied to 47lpn's topic in Nurses Recovery

    A majority of nurses go through this. Why? Because we (the profession and our society) still see this disease as a lack of willpower, questionable moral character, and something we "chose" to do. All...

  24. Difference between board monitoring or impaired nurse program?

    jackstem replied to texasgirl77's topic in Nurses Recovery

    It depends on what the nurse practice act says. In Kentucky, being in the KARE program protects your license and everything remains anonymous as long as you comply with the program. If you complete...

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

    jackstem replied to Magsulfate's topic in Nurses Recovery

    Your comments correlate very well with the time it takes for the brain to recuperate from the chronic use of mood altering substances (18 months to 2 years). We are all in such a hurry to return to...