jwmwinter replied to HunnieBadger's topic in Nurses Recovery
I believe that your anger is justified. It all has to do with the stages of grief. Anger is an important part of your recovery.....a motivator. It's a true emotion that you are allowed to feel...
I would definitely wait to see what the screen comes back as. Now this is my opinion, but it is backed up by research and studies. THC, if eaten, is not absorbed at full concentrations. Urine...
I'm reading this post and I have to say its quite disturbing. Everyone's reply is merely an opinion. I think everyone should remember that before posting so angrily. I'm going to play devil's advocate...
jwmwinter replied to njnursenessa's topic in Nurses Recovery
As well as I understand it, you are required to inform your employer of the program. However, to the best of my knowledge, NJ employers are not going to fire you unless you were diverting. I'm...
I think that is great. I hope that everything works out for you. HR is typically the deciding entity in all hires. Managers may have their "say", but each manager looks to HR for support in their...
I completely understand where your coming from. Although my nursing skills are more clinically based, I fear what will come when I eventually start looking for work again. I spent 5 years in a neuro...
jwmwinter replied to HunnieBadger's topic in Nurses Recovery
It really stinks that you were treated that way. Nobody has the right to treat you as less of a human for what had happened to you. The problem is, there is such a stigma related to drug addiction,...
jwmwinter replied to HunnieBadger's topic in Nurses Recovery
At first, I felt violated, but in time, I learned the meetings helped a lot. Perhaps you haven't found the right meeting for you. There are nurse meetings so that you will feel more comfortable around...
Regarding your predicament, I feel you shouldn't jump the gun quite yet. As stated above, it's difficult to wait, but that's your safest option. I also feel your honesty will play a huge part in their...
I completely agree with catmom1. You want to be completely honest on your application. You could also state that there were extenuating circumstances and that they need to be explained in