Shineon365

Hi Will, I just want to say congratulations on your success:) I first began reading posts from this site about a year ago when I started my own efforts towards the reinstatement of my RN license. At first, I found some of the posts discouraging as people expressed trouble finding work after issues with addiction, but I was still convinced in my heart that if I was willing to keep trying I would eventually find an open door. I petitioned the Oregon State Board of Nursing and was granted reinstatement with very few restrictions and a probation period of 3 years. I had not worked as a nurse for several years, so I enrolled in a re entry program. My re entry program includes at least 160 hours of clinical preceptorship to update my skills. I recently interviewed at a medical clinic for preceptorship and during the interview I had to disclose my addiction history and my probationary status. I was direct, brief and honest. I am thrilled to say that I was offered the preceptorship and though it wont start until June, I am just a few short months of being back to work as an RN. The truth is that miracles happen in recovery!! The key for me has been patience and perseverance. May 13th will be my 3rd birthday in recovery and being able to return to the profession that I once loved is just the icing on the cake. Once again, congratulations! We need to let others know that recovery is possible and THROUGH recovery, ALL things are possible