I'm a graduate of an impaired nurses program in my state. I was referred to them by my employer. It was lifesaving, yes, but expensive and career-altering, too. If you are not actively using, I...
Every state is different. In our state group for impaired nurses, we had nurses receiving disability, collecting unemployment, receiving food stamps and housing assistance, some worked as waiters,...
I wouldn't give up a substance abuse history in any interview....nothing good will come of this. In this world of "human resources" experts, they will see it as a company liability to hire a nurse...
Go to NA/AA today....listen and when you feel comfortable, speak. You need to find a sponsor. Do not self-report to the Board of Nursing. Stay in touch with us. Kep going to a therapist. One day...
Good luck to you in your newfound sobriety. I'm a NJ Ramp graduate....for me, it was a difficult road at times, but once I got through the shame and embarrasment and learned to take it one day at a...