Omaapecm

Omaapecm ASN, RN

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  1. Hospitalized as a Minor???

    Omaapecm replied to eagerhannah's topic in Nurses Recovery

    You absolutely should not and do not need to disclose that. You can bet that will affect the way you are looked at. As long as there is no issue, those are your own personal medical

  2. Tpapn hair follicle testing

    Omaapecm replied to Nurselnk's topic in Nurses Recovery

    I personally love the idea of hair testing. Don't have to worry about false

  3. Wondering if a psych stay would be considered a relapse?

    Omaapecm replied to dirtyhippiegirl's topic in Nurses Recovery

    Read your agreement carefully and make sure your compliant with everything they have asked. Sounds like you are. just remember to out your health before your

  4. What's the benefit of self reporting to tpapn?

    Omaapecm replied to vampireslayer's topic in Nurses Recovery

    Would really need more information to answer! What are the

  5. Changes to NC programs

    Omaapecm replied to Lostie1977's topic in Nurses Recovery

    That's sound good. Wish all states would adapt that. Unfortunately many nurses in recovery carrying a license with restriction can't find a nursing job. This will make it possible for those who can't...

  6. TPAPN positive thinking

    Omaapecm replied to Nurselnk's topic in Nurses Recovery

    What a wonderful story. Thank you for sharing for

  7. Board Order

    Omaapecm replied to Big Blondie's topic in Nurses Recovery

    What a great accomplishment! So happy for

  8. Positive alcohol screening

    Omaapecm replied to Omaapecm's topic in Nurses Recovery

    Thank you for the

  9. Positive alcohol screening

    Omaapecm posted a topic in Nurses Recovery

    I am still waiting to find out what is going to happen with my case. Just a reminder to everyone. I was on a 3 year monitoring agreement for for past DUI in 1997 and I admitted to using drugs back in...

  10. Positive alcohol screening

    Omaapecm replied to Omaapecm's topic in Nurses Recovery

    That's what I'm hoping for! I fear I may not get back my license but that seems so excessive.

  11. TPAPN positive thinking

    Omaapecm replied to Nurselnk's topic in Nurses Recovery

    I've been on a monitoring program since 2012 when I received my RN license. I was scheduled to compete my program in October of this year and ended up drinking a couple beers one night and got called...

  12. Apologizing to coworkers for diversion..

    Omaapecm replied to odaat's topic in Nurses Recovery

    You can never go wrong with a sincere and honest apology. Whether it be by text, email or even in person. It'll be good for and help with recovery. always make

  13. Non nursing career?

    Omaapecm replied to eknurse1's topic in Nurses Recovery

    Definitly not as much as a nurse but you can still make a pretty good living depending in which way you go. Social work doesn't pay near as much but can certainly be as

  14. 5 HTP

    Omaapecm posted a topic in Nurses Recovery

    does anyone know if 5 HTP is safe to take with uds. I'm so afraid to take anything but I feel like I could benefit from this. Been feeling little down lately and pretty stressed

  15. 5 HTP

    Omaapecm replied to Omaapecm's topic in Nurses Recovery

    The BON knows I'm an addict / alcoholic. Last thing I need them to know is I'm having anxiety and am sad. I'll continue to do do my tapping therapy and meditation. Thanks for the feedback

  16. possible + drug screen during probationary period

    Omaapecm replied to SAHGnurse's topic in Nurses Recovery

    In nevada your case manager will contact you and them your employer. Takes about 1 week. Good luck!!!! Can I ask how much time was added to your program after your first

  17. Struggles with getting a job after monitoring

    Omaapecm replied to greygirl81's topic in Nurses Recovery

    I always encourage people to be honest about the past. Unfortunately, many pass judgement and don't like to give out 2nd chances but that's just what we have to deal with. It takes time but there are...

  18. Preparing

    Omaapecm replied to dekyrn's topic in Nurses Recovery

    I think it is all in the way your present yourself the day of the interview. I was honest and sincere and basically just asked for a chance to prove myself and I was given it. People are either gonna...

  19. Nurse in recovery

    Omaapecm replied to nur14's topic in Nurses Recovery

    First of all congrats on all you have accomplished in the last 17 years. That is such an amazing accomplishment !!!!!!! This is a great place to vent and get advice and good support for recovering...

  20. Contract completion question

    Omaapecm replied to 10yearnurse's topic in Nurses Recovery

    That is awesome! Congratulations. I wish you all the

  21. OIG Exclusion List

    Omaapecm replied to Excluded?'s topic in Nurses Recovery

    I have never even heard of oig before today. This is awful, sorry this happened to you. Just remember to stay strong and out your sobriety and sanity of course first. Please keep is

  22. Getting alternative AA meetings approved by your program?

    Omaapecm replied to dirtyhippiegirl's topic in Nurses Recovery

    Only a few with drug/alcohol problems. Each time I go the group seems a little different. Wide rage of problems from divorcees to people grieving. I appreciate the fact the group/facilitator are...

  23. RN in Recovery-Work in Addiction Field

    Omaapecm replied to FHL18's topic in Nurses Recovery

    If you feel that strongly about it maybe you should disclose. I was kind of in a similar way when I first went into nursing. Hindsight ........i would have never disclosed my past. When I went for my...

  24. Getting alternative AA meetings approved by your program?

    Omaapecm replied to dirtyhippiegirl's topic in Nurses Recovery

    I had inquired about doing a celebrate recovery through my local church and there was no problem. However, they are 3 hours long and would only account for 1 meeting. I lived the celebrate recovery it...

  25. Just Venting

    Omaapecm replied to TXRNC's topic in Nurses Recovery

    It sure can get pricey!!!!!!i tested positive for etg in May and haven't been tested since.