KyBeagle ASN

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    Going to the Doctor while in Monitoring Program- Need Advice!

    KyBeagle posted a topic in Nurses Recovery

    I would like advice or examples on how others have handled seeing a new doctor, dentist, etc. while enrolled in the nursing board monitoring program. In Kentucky we're required to give the...
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    Taxes

    KyBeagle replied to BigRed23's topic in Nurses Recovery

    I'm not an accountant so I will not presume to give tax advice. That said, after I completed Intensive Outpatient Rehab (IOP) and joined a Health Professionals Recovery weekly meeting group, I learned...
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    Taxes

    KyBeagle replied to BigRed23's topic in Nurses Recovery

    I love how everyone can get on here & share ideas! Personally, I have a medical flex spending account through my employer. I don't use it throughout the year. Around early November, I submit all...
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    I'm back!

    KyBeagle replied to Twoyearnurse's topic in Nurses Recovery

    You remind me of ME! Except when I just entered my BON compliance program & began recovery, I never posted. I accessed allnurses to read EVERY available post & comment in the Recovery section...
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    Going to the Doctor while in Monitoring Program- Need Advice!

    KyBeagle replied to KyBeagle's topic in Nurses Recovery

    Thanks, amoLucia! I appreciate your support from someone that hasn't been in recovery. I had been a nurse for 22 years before I took that medication in my pocket that I needed to waste. I sincerely...
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    Going to the Doctor while in Monitoring Program- Need Advice!

    KyBeagle replied to KyBeagle's topic in Nurses Recovery

    Stopping by the day before is a great idea. I've not heard of anyone doing this before. The only reason I waited until the end of my dental appointment is because I started out with the dental...
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    Observed Urine Screens

    KyBeagle replied to tarab333's topic in Nurses Recovery

    Very
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    RN just completed probation. Can't find a job

    KyBeagle replied to Emod's topic in Nurses Recovery

    Emod- Keep you head up & your mind open! Don't let those annoying, nagging little voices of worry keep you down! You WILL find a job. It may be soon or could take a little time...but it WILL...
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    Suboxone treatment

    KyBeagle replied to Heynurse29's topic in Nurses Recovery

    Heynurse29-you've got a lot going on! I hope you're taking everyone's views to heart. Don't feel like people are ganging up on you- we're not! We are all here because we need a safe place to talk...
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    Observed Urine Screens

    KyBeagle replied to tarab333's topic in Nurses Recovery

    Never.
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    abnormal uds?

    KyBeagle replied to brother1973's topic in General Nursing

    How did your abnormal turn out with KARE? I'm in the KARE program & have had 3 "abnormals" (spaced out) over the past 3 years. Actually, my creatinine was slightly elevated. I called my case...
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    Ohio Board, Kentucky Board

    KyBeagle replied to tarab333's topic in Nurses Recovery

    Yes, I agree! KARE has been awesome--very friendly & respectful. My case manager is very approachable, encouraging, and genuinely cares. I've heard "horror stories" regarding BON compliance...
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    need job recomendations

    KyBeagle replied to kahiggins's topic in Nurses Recovery

    I was able to get a job at a hospital in Case Management. I actually LOVE this job more than my previous job. The hospital doesn't have to work around my stipulations either since I'm not...
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    Affinity, KARE, abnormal

    KyBeagle replied to tarab333's topic in Nurses Recovery

    I've been in a monitoring program for almost 3 years. I've had 3 "abnormal" results. The first time I freaked out! Anxiety attack...Chest pain, shortness of breath... I've always been so careful with...
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    RN with stipulations

    KyBeagle replied to ablong28's topic in Nurses Recovery

    I live in KY but have been in your shoes- same stipulations. I was able to find an RN Case Management/Utilization Review position in a hospital. They liked my extensive ED background for the ED Case...
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    Kentucky Nurses, I need your help!!

    KyBeagle replied to k10-rn's topic in Nurses Recovery

    In response to Tarab334... I didn't add her quote! I'm new to this! Sorry!������ I agree! When I was in a Healthcare Professional Recovery group, I noted that some of the...
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    Kentucky Nurses, I need your help!!

    KyBeagle replied to k10-rn's topic in Nurses Recovery

    I wish I could PM you but I'm not eligible yet. This will be long & I apologize. It's the first time I've responded on a thread. Your post just really touched me. My heart is just breaking for...