jackstem

jackstem

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  1. How many times selected?

    jackstem replied to sunset2010's topic in Nurses Recovery

    Back at ya Sunset!

  2. Just took random drug test

    jackstem replied to learninglessons12's topic in Nurses Recovery

    I would consult with your license defense attorney so you don't make a (well intentioned or innocent) mistake that could cause more complications with your job (or license). I know everyone hates to...

  3. How many times selected?

    jackstem replied to sunset2010's topic in Nurses Recovery

    Thanks for the kind comments! Also, congrats on completing Ohio's AP...you are a rare bird!! (it's a difficult program to say the least!) :yeah::yeah:

  4. Pleased to introduce myself

    jackstem replied to rnbob's topic in Nurses Recovery

    While you may have made mistakes and had complicity in causing some of the disenchantment among colleagues and administration, you don't deserve to have people lie. Now, as far as learning from our...

  5. Addiction Considered Disability?

    jackstem replied to mavdreams's topic in Nurses Recovery

    The following quote is from an excellent article written by an attorney. It was published in the American Association of Nurse Anesthetist's (Blumenreich, GA: "Nurse anesthetists and the Americans...

  6. Thanksgiving Gratitude Thread

    jackstem posted a topic in Nurses Recovery

    Happy Thanksgiving to ALL!!!! :hrnsmlys: I'm thankful for 5,721 days of sobriety which have given me many reasons to be grateful. Here are just a few: I walked my oldest daughter down the aisle I was...

  7. How many times selected?

    jackstem replied to sunset2010's topic in Nurses Recovery

    Unfortunately, there is very little "acceptance" of one states monitoring, disciplinary or alternative program to another. This is one of the things the NCSBON was/is trying to change...establish...

  8. Pre- employment drug testing

    jackstem replied to VM85's topic in Nurses Recovery

    Wow! How do you feel about working with diabetics, asthmatics, or anyone else with a chronic disease? The continuing ignorance about this disease despite the tons of available research is amazing and...

  9. Should I hire an Atty for Reinstatement w/ Voluntary Surrender For Diversion 6yrs ago

    jackstem replied to lifesaver_x2's topic in Nurses Recovery

    Wow all-over-again, you were exceptionally lucky to have a judge that motivated to "do the right thing" (although I am sure there are many who would say the judge was "crazy" for doing such a thing)....

  10. alternative program to DMU...

    jackstem replied to sunset2010's topic in Nurses Recovery

    Since the states are so different when it comes to their nurse practice act (NPA), the first thing I recommend is to read the NPA in any state you're considering seeking licensure. If it's unclear how...

  11. Can they do this?

    jackstem replied to Randomnurse3's topic in Nurses Recovery

    Geez!! Dad would have a heart attack! (Or he might shoot you with the 12 gauge behind his Lazy-Boy. And no, I am NOT his Lazy Boy!) Hope your Mom (and Dad) are doing well!

  12. Roll call...status call...

    jackstem replied to MizChelleRN's topic in Nurses Recovery

    OUTSTANDING!!!

  13. Can they do this?

    jackstem replied to Randomnurse3's topic in Nurses Recovery

    Could you be a little more specific foraneman? Jack Actually, thank you for such a thorough and educational post. I always enjoy reading what you have to say and look forward to more posts! (Your...

  14. A nurse in recovery....long story

    jackstem replied to ruhurtinohio's topic in Nurses Recovery

    The biological changes that occur in the brain as a result of this disease lead to the bad decisions, not a "lack of willpower" or "lack of morals". As your brain heals as a result of your abstinence,...

  15. LPN Seeking Reinstatement

    jackstem replied to xjailnurse's topic in Nurses Recovery

    Why not take it one day at a time...meaning focus on getting of the suboxone and having a period of time in recovery off the suboxone. That will give you time to establish a strong recovery program...

  16. alternative program to DMU...

    jackstem replied to sunset2010's topic in Nurses Recovery

    Just as the nurse practice act varies from state to state, so too alternative to discipline programs (AP) vary as well. While compact agreements between some states allow a nurse to practice in those...

  17. Can they do this?

    jackstem replied to Randomnurse3's topic in Nurses Recovery

    Consult a license defense attorney with experience representing nurses before the board of nursing in your state. This incident could have significant, negative consequences on your professional life....

  18. Ohio Recovering RN with Felony Conviction

    jackstem replied to JMWalker's topic in Nurses Recovery

    Contact the board for chemical dependency professionals in Ohio. Here's their web site: http://ocdp.ohio.gov/ They should be able to answer your question about licensure and previous felonies. While...

  19. PTSD- Am I alone??

    jackstem replied to strugglingnurse's topic in Nurse Disabilities

    I am so sorry to hear of everyone's traumatic experiences. My sister and father were both sexually abused as children, and there was a good chance my mother was also. My Dad didn't tell anyone until...

  20. Medical Marijuana and nursing

    jackstem replied to catempire's topic in Nurses Recovery

    Consider consulting an experienced license defense attorney in your state. When it comes to this (and other) issues that might potentially cause problems with licensure, they are the experts. The...

  21. So for 23 1/2 months, I've been an addict, not an alcoholic.....

    jackstem replied to LilRedRN1973's topic in Nurses Recovery

    The tough part comes when we have a "co-occurring disorder" such as chronic pain, severe depression, bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, etc. When we have other issues that are not addressed and treated...

  22. So for 23 1/2 months, I've been an addict, not an alcoholic.....

    jackstem replied to LilRedRN1973's topic in Nurses Recovery

    HURRAY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Congrats on your clean time! WOOOO HOOOO!!!!!! :yeah::yeah::yeah:

  23. New to forum, Intro and ? re: IN BON

    jackstem replied to waldo_1984's topic in Nurses Recovery

    Waldo, Believe it or not, things WILL get better as long as you stay clean and sober (not the same things). Most people think if I just go into the court room (or the board room) and lay everything...

  24. New to forum, Intro and ? re: IN BON

    jackstem replied to waldo_1984's topic in Nurses Recovery

    they will keep a record of your meeting with the board. follow this link to read an article about the indiana board of nursing monthly meeting. http://www.in.gov/pla/files/october_2009.pdf this issue...

  25. New to forum, Intro and ? re: IN BON

    jackstem replied to waldo_1984's topic in Nurses Recovery

    You should consider consulting with a license defense attorney. The consulting fee will be chump change compared to potential loss of income (not to mention any loans you may have taken out for your...