Life lessons

Congrats. I'm two months into my two year journey. I hope it will fly by.

I've been so anxious this morning cause I noticed a UDS test I took on the 25th has not posted. I thought they posted within 24 hours. I hate living in fear even when I know I am not doing anything wrong and I'm doing what I'm supposed to. I'm going ...

Oh man. That is my biggest fear. From what I remember reading is that if you missed a sign in you can go to a lab and test that day since you are unsure if you were assigned to provide a specimen. That can cover your butt I think. Then make sure to c...

Well they finally posted around 9 pm. It just says result (negative) and the creatinine level. I was on my way to pick up scrub bottoms when I was freaking out. My hands have never shook so much ever. All that was racing through my head was (omg, ...

Mines all public too. I've been fortunate enough to find not one, but two DONs that were very understanding and supportive to give me an opportunity. I hope everything works out! Keep us updated.

Breath. Just keep doing what you're doing. I don't think HR really has any business knowing about your stips (unless there is a criminal conviction on your background). It's really up to the DON if they can work with it. And if they said it's no pro...

Congrats! That's just the news people that are going through the same thing want to see.

Have y'all called directors directly? They maybe able to get you to go through hr. instead of HR deciding who will and will not be interviewing for positions. Good luck friends

Welcome.

I can understand how you're feeling. Don't give up! There are directors that are understanding and willing to give you a chance.

Congratulations! I'm excited for you! I really needed to see this. There IS hope! :) I have a second interview tomorrow. I'm very nervous, not about my abilities, but about my past.

Wishing you good luck Sally. Let us know how it goes. It may give me some glimmer of hope.

I can't give you answers, but I'm thinking if you have criminal charges against you dropped then what does the BON have against you? Have you also thought about getting a hair test?

@anxious Sally idk why but I was just thinking about your situation while getting ready this morning. I was wondering if you were still in contact with your ex? If he cares for you in the least bit he would fess up and say that it was his. I have kno...

Hello, This is my first time posting to this site. I have been a long time lurker as of recently where I have found some useful information from nurses in similar situations; but what I have not seen anyone talk about is the waiting process to get o...

Oh yea. I'm staying on top of everything! NO substance is worth my career. I check ingredients in everything I use. I can't have any mishaps. Thanks for the reinforcement!

TXRN2 you had me worried, but I finally got my "ok" to go back into nursing :) I'm going to be the happiest nurse :) I'm so excited!

That sounds unfortunate. I can say I can relate. I hope the best for you and just want to assure you that there are directors out there who are understanding. Be upfront and they will appreciate the honesty. Let us know how everything goes.

I know this post is a bit old, but I just wanted to say I hope my story also has a happy ending like yours. I'm very happy for you. Your story puts me at ease and gives me a glimmer of hope. Best of luck in the rest of your career.

I hope things are working out. I couldn't imagine what you must be going through. Keep us posted. You will be in my thoughts in the meantime.

Good luck! I will be in the same boat soon too. Let us know how it goes!

That part confused me also. I'm not letting my guard down just yet :/

So the article states "As of September 1, 2013 TPAPN’s participation agreements will reflect the longer monitoring periods." That sounds like anyone who signs agreements on or after September 1 will be agreeing to the three year minimum. I am hopin...