KyBeagle ASN

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    Well I’ll be!

    KyBeagle replied to KatmamaRN's topic in Nurses Recovery

    @KatmamaRN I attended AA meetings outside my county, just so I didn’t chance running into patients I cared for in the ED. I very rarely drank alcohol before entering Monitoring. It was a specific...
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    Well I’ll be!

    KyBeagle replied to KatmamaRN's topic in Nurses Recovery

    I’m sooo sorry to hear that. I was on pins & needles those last few days but thankfully, wasn’t selected (and was discharged right around my end date). I’m currently on vacation,...
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    TPAPN and Peth test

    KyBeagle replied to TexasMel's topic in Nurses Recovery

    @RevelationDark PEth is a blood test for alcohol use. They say it can detect certain levels of alcohol ingestion up to 3 weeks later. If you’re positive—> you’re positive! BAM! Usually...
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    1st pee test today

    KyBeagle replied to mississippiRN71's topic in Nurses Recovery

    Yes- THIS! I had one low creatinine. Luckily, the specific gravity was WNL, so not dilute. My CM said to increase my protein. So... when picked to test, this was my morning routine. I would wake up...
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    Probation/monitoring $$$

    KyBeagle replied to mississippiRN71's topic in Nurses Recovery

    @nurselori22 I’m so sorry that your family’s turned their back and chosen their pride over you. Looking at your obstacles and yet, reading your comments, “I just gotta keep trying though”,...
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    Affinity- Please Activate Account

    KyBeagle replied to KyBeagle's topic in Nurses Recovery

    I know, Mississippi! I’ve been following your journey. I actually thought about you on your “Settlement Day” before you even posted that morning. I’m cheering for you! You’ve been in...
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    Affinity- Please Activate Account

    KyBeagle posted a topic in Nurses Recovery

    Whoo Hoo! After 5 years of checking into Affinity, I received the most beautiful message today “Please Activate Your Account”! It’s over..I’m DONE! My KARE case manager emailed a copy of my...
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    Affinity- Please Activate Account

    KyBeagle replied to KyBeagle's topic in Nurses Recovery

    For anyone that’s just beginning their journey- you may feel hopeless, or you may feel determined. You may think the journey seems impossible—It’s not! You can do this! I remember starting KARE,...
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    We want to add to our family

    KyBeagle replied to OhioRN1234's topic in Nurses Recovery

    I’m not sure about all states. In Ky’s KARE program, no, you would not have to notify your OB/GYN unless they specifically are prescribing meds (or recommending an OTC Med). When I was in the...
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    Check in at AA/NA meetings??

    KyBeagle replied to mississippiRN71's topic in Nurses Recovery

    KY uses the Affinity/Spectrum app but doesn’t utilize the GPS tracking feature for meetings. They have nurses get their sheets signed which must then be either mailed or faxed in
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    Down to single digits....

    KyBeagle replied to KatmamaRN's topic in Nurses Recovery

    @KatmamaRN My last test was 20 days ago. I’ve been holding my breath, praying, keeping my fingers crossed, etc. that I wouldn’t have a last minute test! My Case Manger has told me that my last day...
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    And just like that... it's over.

    KyBeagle replied to TexasMel's topic in Nurses Recovery

    Congrats! That’s awesome! I now have 4 days left of my 5 year contract...unless I’m selected to test. Then it will be extended until my UDS results have posted to Affinity. It’s been 16 days...
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    NOW what?? Terrified...

    KyBeagle replied to erocafeller's topic in Nurses Recovery

    @erocafeller Any
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    If The Cali Board Of Nursing Accuses You Give Up Your License

    KyBeagle replied to dmstanl1's topic in Nurses Recovery

    Personally- I was thrilled to sign the monitoring contract with my state nursing board. I had used incredibly stupid judgment & had thought my career was over. I knew there would be consequences....
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    NOW what?? Terrified...

    KyBeagle replied to erocafeller's topic in Nurses Recovery

    If they pulled you off the schedule, pending the results, then yes, I would call on Friday. Based on the length of time you’ve been waiting, they must have sent the blood to an outside lab for...
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    Anyone selected to test right before discharge?

    KyBeagle posted a topic in Nurses Recovery

    I’m due to graduate from my 5 year monitoring program (KARE) in 13 days. The countdown has begun! Whoo Hoo! I’m SO excited! Because of a medication that I take for a sleep disorder, some of my...
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    Anyone selected to test right before discharge?

    KyBeagle replied to KyBeagle's topic in Nurses Recovery

    That’s awesome that she cancelled! Very compassionate of her. At least that’s something I can ask about, if selected. In my Affinity fantasy/delusion, I can see the Affinity person sitting at the...
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    NOW what?? Terrified...

    KyBeagle replied to erocafeller's topic in Nurses Recovery

    @erocafeller Any update on your results & current
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    In the 44 days since end of contract for me, I have.....

    KyBeagle replied to catsmeow1972's topic in Nurses Recovery

    @catsmeow1972 How are you handling not having to check in online every morning? I know you said that you’re able to go back to sleep... but has it ever caused a PTSD type reaction? Do you find...
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    After 5 years, it's time......

    KyBeagle replied to Mickey9700's topic in Nurses Recovery

    LOVE it when people update! Glad that you found a position where you could ease back into the field. When I first started my career ER, many moons ago, I got sick a lot, too, but eventually...
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    In Professional Healthcare Monitoring Program

    KyBeagle replied to Kira4357's topic in Nurses Recovery

    I work at a hospital & have a medical flex spending account. Although I can’t get insurance reimbursement for the UDS, I am reimbursed thru my medical flex spending account. Although it’s my...
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    Received board order via email , feeling overwhelmed!!!

    KyBeagle replied to mississippiRN71's topic in Nurses Recovery

    My husband asked me what the date was this morning. I said, “October 8th”. As soon as I said it, I thought of you, sent up a quick prayer for your meeting, & grabbed my phone to post you best...
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    Received board order via email , feeling overwhelmed!!!

    KyBeagle replied to mississippiRN71's topic in Nurses Recovery

    @mississippiRN71 I know today is your big day with the Board. Hugs sent your way this morning! Let us know how your meeting turns out!
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    OIG exclusion list

    KyBeagle replied to Rdsrn's topic in Nurses Recovery

    When I entered the KARE program, my license wasn’t suspended prior to or after signing. I was “just” required to work with the usual 5yr contract restrictions (no narcs x 1 year, no supervisory...
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    NOW what?? Terrified...

    KyBeagle replied to erocafeller's topic in Nurses Recovery

    @erocafeller As others have mentioned, your prescription meds may or may not be an issue if you have valid prescriptions for these. Usually, they would be fine with a prescription (e.g., during an...