rn1965

rn1965 ADN

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  1. Florida IPN

    rn1965 replied to SisterOdie's topic in Nurses Recovery

    I second that! DO NOT DO IT! It is not worth it. I am sorry about your back pain, as we nurses suffer with that along with bum knees and constant aches and pains. Try to find a non-pharmacological...

  2. Affinity drug testing

    rn1965 replied to Crnaworking's topic in Nurses Recovery

    I check in 365 days per year, and never been selected on a weekend or

  3. False Positive for THC just before residency (RRNA)

    rn1965 replied to SneakyAlias's topic in Nurses Recovery

    1. Go get a hair follicle test. Expensive, yes, but it may help. 2. TAANA.org will help you find an attorney who can help you in this matter. If you did nothing wrong, ADMIT ZERO and get an attorney....

  4. VDAP Testing Cost Heads Up

    rn1965 replied to J.Adderton's topic in Nurses Recovery

    Wowza, that is some serious money to put out. Especially now, when families may have one or both people not working/reduced hours. Hang in

  5. Finally found employment!

    rn1965 replied to DierkyBrewster's topic in Nurses Recovery

    Congratulations! I was 6 months without a job as well. I'm week 3 into my new job. I feel the same, so grateful to have a job to go

  6. Tx Tpapn Home Health?

    rn1965 replied to Direct's topic in Nurses Recovery

    Check with you case manager. Mine said yes, then changed her mind and changed my contract, after I was offered a position. I have a job now that I am happy at (so

  7. Contact after completion of monitoring program?

    rn1965 replied to RK08's topic in Nurses Recovery

    I think the process is what I make of it. It can be fearful, and depressing, but, I feel thankful to have a second chance. I bought my ticket to ride this train, so I can either do it or get off. I...

  8. How I inform interested employers of my past.

    rn1965 replied to SineQuaNon's topic in Nurses Recovery

    That is great. I, too, have been pretty upfront with my monitoring agreement. So far, everyone seems to be okay with it. The first time I had to tell an interviewer was hard and I thought my heart...

  9. What defines addict

    rn1965 replied to Question2go's topic in Nurses Recovery

    That depends on your state and the rules of a diversion program versus board order. If you have not already gotten an attorney, do so now. Let them guide you. I have a friend that got caught...

  10. TX LVN Recovery Trek/testing questions

    rn1965 replied to NURSE1978's topic in Nurses Recovery

    I honestly do not think there is any way to determine why they ramp up testing, or what goes into determining how often. I have heard of it increasing at holidays, graduation times, and if people...

  11. TNPAP Monitoring Agreement

    rn1965 replied to sam2brooke's topic in Nurses Recovery

    Do NOT DRINK. DO NOT BE TEMPTED. You will find yourself right back in IOP and another costly eval. For the next 3-5 years, you must abstain from all alcohol and drugs. I know it will be difficult...

  12. KNAP

    rn1965 replied to Nurse08052019's topic in Nurses Recovery

    Congratulations and thank you for sharing your experience. I am not in KS, but I think most of these programs are similar. I have been sober for 15 years, so I feel good that I will never drink...

  13. Looking for advice dealing with BON and NPDB

    rn1965 replied to Sbhope's topic in Nurses Recovery

    Contact an attorney. TAANA.org is going to be the place to start. Do not surrender your license. Talk with an attorney and do not answer ANY more questions from the BON or an investigator. Most...

  14. Future Nurses are Brighter Than Ever

    rn1965 replied to M1ST3R3DW1N0_RN's topic in General Nursing

    I started nursing school in the 90s. It was not easy and took me 3 attempts at applying, and that was with a 4.0 GPA. It was and still is very competitive. I had panel interviews and had to write an...

  15. Started ARNAP in February

    rn1965 replied to DierkyBrewster's topic in Nurses Recovery

    Checking in has sometimes been the worst part for me. I haven't missed one, but, I have had those scary thoughts about 5 pm in the evening, wondering if I remembered that day! UGH! Of course, I log...

  16. Finally able to practice nursing. Jobs???

    rn1965 replied to Psickal09's topic in Nurses Recovery

    Nothing yet! I am supposed to hear from 2 places this week, but we shall

  17. Are Big City Hospitals Really Getting Hit With COVID-19 Pts?

    rn1965 replied to EPS's topic in Disaster Preparation

    I have MANY friends and even some family who believe this is all a "hoax/scam" or whatever they choose to call it. My question to those people is always the same: Do you HONESTLY believe that ANY...

  18. TnPap (Tennessee)

    rn1965 replied to ams0822's topic in Nurses Recovery

    I would think it does, as you are using your license. Check with your case manager to be sure. In Texas, on my contract, as long as I am using my license, it would

  19. TnPap (Tennessee)

    rn1965 replied to ams0822's topic in Nurses Recovery

    I was lucky enough NOT to get the narc restriction, but, from everything I have read, at least in TX, the narc restriction is WHILE working. So if you do not get a job until 18 months into your...

  20. Famous person as patient?

    rn1965 replied to MarkMyWords's topic in General Nursing

    I once, briefly, took care of a very famous actress from the 60's & 70's. Her spouse was also famous. This was in southern California. She was extremely nice and did not expect any special...

  21. Covid 19

    rn1965 replied to wvnurse2020's topic in Nurses Recovery

    I am in TX. No suspension of program (phew!) and I am still able to test at Quest. So far, my testing has remained the same. 2-3 times per

  22. Florida IPN

    rn1965 replied to wvnurse2020's topic in Nurses Recovery

    I am in TX and IF there were a nurse support group near me and I was required, then, yes, I would be charged. As far as OT goes, it is a restriction for me the entire contract. That is assuming I...

  23. Finally able to practice nursing. Jobs???

    rn1965 replied to Psickal09's topic in Nurses Recovery

    Mine specifically states a nurse with same level or higher level of education. So, it must be RN or

  24. IPN continues

    rn1965 replied to OhNoUhOhRN's topic in Nurses Recovery

    Hang in there. Yeah, the cost is horrible, right?! So far, I have spent over 4k and only been in TPAPN since January. Found out I still have one more "class" to do, but it is on hold for now....

  25. Expunged Offense and Renewal

    rn1965 replied to Ajon905's topic in Nurses Recovery

    Definitely speak with an attorney. The BON will find it and it could land you in hot water. Contact an attorney from TAANA.org and get their advice. Do not do this