Blessed_RN2011

In my state, I have NEVER been tested on Christmas or any other major holiday. (Or on a weekend for that matter). Anyone I have ever talked to about it has said the same thing. I still have to call and check in, but I don't think I would ever be selected.

Just my two cents- kill her with kindness- don't suck up or grovel for her approval, but be kind to her in all situations. It's hard to be cruel to someone who is kind to you and eventually maybe she will lighten up. If no, u will feel better because your not stooping to her level. A favorite comment of mine is "we all have our own demons".

YEAH!!!!! What a blessing!!!

I agree with the previous posts- don't give up! Potential employers want to see and hear you have good insite to your situation. Make sure u are coming across humble, and accountable for the role you played in ur situation. Make them understand you take responsibility for your mistakes and are taking necessary action to correct it. And are now moving forward a stronger and better person. Good luck to you! It will happen on Gods time!

I say I was a stay at home mom- I do have a mark on my license so I also have to explain that, but on initial paperwork I list homemaker as an accounting for my time.

That is a great book! I read it when I was getting clean. It gave me strength and hope!

Dialysis and phych are historically recovery friendly. Good luck!

I faxed in a cover letter and resume- the cover letter included the status of my liscene and that I be happy to discuss more during interview. That way any potential employer knows what they are getting into before they ever call. No need to waste their time or my time with interviews that will go nowhere. Also helps with the emotional roller coster! Good luck!

Twoyear, I know just what u mean! While I was out of nursing I worked at a bank making just over minimum wage. I realized how much I identified myself as being a nurse. By not being a nurse for a year, I found myself. I am back working as a nurse now and am very thankful for that opportunity, but there are times I miss the simplicity of the bank. Than was my favorite job ever - and had they been able to even come "close" to a nurses salary I would have stayed in a heartbeat and kissed nursing goodbye!

TXRNC were u tested on vacation?

We are going to Disney world at the end of Dec- I have filled out the vacation portion for First Lab. My question is has anyone been tested while on vacation? I am nervous this will disrupt things for my kids if I have to find a testing facility In a totally different state! Any experiences? Thanks!

Congratulations!!!! What an accomplishment! Before long, all this will be a distant memory!

http://alcoholrehab.com/alcohol-rehab/slip-vs-relapse/ Check out this article. Thought it was a good read! Keep up the hard work everyone!

http://alcoholrehab.com/alcohol-rehab/slip-vs-relapse/ Check out this article - thought it was a good read!

http://alcoholrehab.com/alcohol-rehab/slip-vs-relapse/ Viva- check out this article on the difference between a slip vs relapse. An AA friend of mine posted this and unthought is was quite helpful. One day at a time!