rn1965

rn1965 ADN

Med/Surg, Women's Health, LTC

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  1. reported to board

    rn1965 replied to bridget044's topic in Nurses Recovery

    YES! Most monitoring contracts (at least the ones I have heard of from others here) specifically state that you MUST disclose in the interview process. My CM wrote me a brief letter outlining...

  2. Employment Drug Screens

    rn1965 replied to CrazyCatLady1984's topic in Nurses Recovery

    Yes!! AND never, ever, ever mention this to anyone you work with or another nurse for any reason, ever! Take care of yourself first and congrats on your new

  3. Affinity drug testing

    rn1965 replied to Kpp1234's topic in Nurses Recovery

    I am in TPAPN (TX). My tests thru Quest (Affinity Monitoring) are $55 a pop. If I have to go to an urgent care for some reason (cannot get in at Quest), they add between $25-50 per specimen. I...

  4. Are these costs tax deductible?

    rn1965 posted a topic in Nurses Recovery

    I was just looking over my Affinity account, and the amount of money I have spent so far for this program. I am wondering, are these costs tax deductible? I think because they are REQUIRED expenses...

  5. CA Testing Frequency

    rn1965 replied to RNCaliK's topic in Nurses Recovery

    I had to laugh out loud. To me, this only means, "oops, we forgot to get your money in full this

  6. Affinity drug testing

    rn1965 replied to Kpp1234's topic in Nurses Recovery

    I use Affinity. I have never had a hair test (9 months in now), but I was sober for a very long time before even starting. I have to check in EVERY DAY, weekends included. I have never tested...

  7. Double the trouble

    rn1965 replied to n22885's topic in Nurses Recovery

    Make sure your attorney specializes in license defense (TAANA.org). It seems strange they want you to hold on to the pills. Make sure you are taking care of yourself. If you have an issue with...

  8. Positive Peth

    rn1965 replied to TeriHe's topic in Nurses Recovery

    What in the world?? Why don't they just extend your order? Five months away -- I'm so sorry that happened to you! I'm so paranoid that I only eat and drink what I personally prepare. I make my...

  9. New Grad in recovery, is PNAP mandatory?

    rn1965 replied to futurenurse123456's topic in Nurses Recovery

    Consult an attorney. IMHO, if NOTHING shows up anywhere to say you were ever in rehab or trouble, then CLAM UP!! DO NOT EVER TELL the BON that you have a past history. It does not matter HOW long...

  10. Affinity drug testing

    rn1965 replied to Crnaworking's topic in Nurses Recovery

    Well, now you have me intrigued. I guess I am going to check this out. I do know that after any holiday weekend, BOOM, Monday morning, I have to give a specimen! LOL, like nurses have a holiday...

  11. Intent to take in text

    rn1965 replied to Ward05's topic in Nurses Recovery

    Get an attorney. And, congrats on recognizing the issue and seeking help. The BON can also come after you for crossing boundaries with a patient. Take care of yourself and I wish you

  12. TPAPN Question

    rn1965 replied to shineon's topic in Nurses Recovery

    I had 15+ years of sobriety when I got my TX license and yes, I am having to do a 3 year program with restrictions. I would invest a bit of money in an attorney (TAANA.org) and get their advise...

  13. Hair test

    rn1965 replied to Betterdaystocome's topic in Nurses Recovery

    My evaluation did not include ANY testing at all, in terms of drug screening. That was done after I was admitted to the program itself. Just my 2 cents. I think shaving everything off would be...

  14. Just got out of rehab...help!

    rn1965 replied to sb_peds_er_rn's topic in Nurses Recovery

    First, congratulations on your sobriety and your desire to live without alcohol! Take care of yourself first and foremost. Second, CLAM UP! DO NOT TELL ANYONE (nurse friends/healthcare) about...

  15. Finished in OHIO!!

    rn1965 replied to OhioRN1234's topic in Nurses Recovery

    Congratulations! Now, go eat an everything bagel with poppy seeds and have some chinese food and maybe even eat something with vanilla in it! Way to

  16. MONITORING or CASE, please HELP!

    rn1965 replied to Kpp1234's topic in Nurses Recovery

    Get a lawyer!

  17. PNAP Ending

    rn1965 replied to Gratefully2years's topic in Nurses Recovery

    Congratulations!

  18. RNinRecovery*Help!

    rn1965 replied to 2010rn42's topic in Nurses Recovery

    Try dialysis or a plasma donation center. Also, wound care in LTC and maybe MDS nurse? There are options, and I know it is hard and heartbreaking, but hang in

  19. Unfairness at work

    rn1965 replied to Loveishope1970's topic in General Nursing

    Too bad, so sad (for your manager). YOU ARE NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR SCHEDULING AND STAFFING. Go to HR, tell them you requested time off well in advance and find out your rights. Then if they still say...

  20. IPRP

    rn1965 replied to Ashnikolk's topic in Nurses Recovery

    I am in TX and I think that would warrant a new eval and an extension of the contract. It could possibly mean it would go from "confidential/alternative" program to board ordered. Sorry this is...

  21. Tnpap and drinking

    rn1965 replied to sam2brooke's topic in Nurses Recovery

    When I attend BBQ's, family things, I always bring my own drinks, and never let them out of my hands. Paranoid? Maybe! Safe? definitely! Sorry your friend did that to you! I do not know if you...

  22. Relocating, will I be able to transfer license?

    rn1965 replied to LPNSWEETHEART's topic in Nurses Recovery

    If it is an alternative to discipline program and your slate is wiped clean after, you do not have to disclose. Meaning, if it was a CONFIDENTIAL program you were in and NOT board ordered, and you...

  23. Any thoughts?

    rn1965 replied to Direct's topic in Nurses Recovery

    Check your TPAPN contract and have your case manager give you a return to duty letter. Mine did and it was a huge help. I did end up in LTC and although not ideal, I do love the hours and I love my...

  24. Funny not Funny

    rn1965 replied to New mommy 26's topic in Nurses Recovery

    I take a super B complex every single day I am working. I take beta-blockers and need the boost from a B vitamin to get through my days! LOL. Been doing it since January, when my probation started...

  25. Recovery for LPN

    rn1965 replied to OHL Graduate's topic in Nurses Recovery

    First, congratulations on one year of VERY hard work! Take care of yourself through all of this! Next, remove your real name from your profile. Too many people (employees of BON, etc) read these...