Big Blondie

Big Blondie ASN, BSN, MSN, APRN

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  1. Judicial diversion

    Big Blondie replied to Ca4912's topic in Nurses Recovery

    Too vague. What did you do? Arrested for breach of policy or for a criminal act? You dont have to fail a drug test..i never failed a drug test. Although my actions were illegal. I could guess what...

  2. Requesting modifications on my restrictions

    Big Blondie replied to willow14's topic in Nurses Recovery

    I requessted modifications from the beginning and they were granted. You shouldnt be afraid to ask This is Peer Assistance. They should be assisting you to move forward in practice. In Tx after 6...

  3. correctional nursing...

    Big Blondie replied to crazin01's topic in Nurses Recovery

    The prisons in my area have fully staffed infirmary. Smaller jails have at least 2 people at all

  4. Do you disclose you're in monitoring during the interview or if you get an offer?

    Big Blondie replied to RNdynamic's topic in Nurses Recovery

    Wow. Just

  5. APN Career Options

    Big Blondie replied to Alwaysreading's topic in Advanced Practice

    I hated being in management. If I wanted to be a manager I would have mastered in Nsg mgmt. Every job I have had as an NP they try to get me to manage in some fashion. I wont do it. Thats just me. If...

  6. Desperate for answers regarding IPN

    Big Blondie replied to Rosa09's topic in Nurses Recovery

    Ok. So, I dont know if you are an addict. But I am. My participation in a monitoring program has saved my life and my career. Do I like all of the stuff Ive had to do..not always, but I have...

  7. Should I quit if the job doesn't fit??

    Big Blondie replied to RoadRN's topic in Advanced Practice

    I will not tolerate a biotch MA for one. Second, if Im not happy aint nobody happy. I bring money to the clinic. Thats why they have me here. If you cant get supportive staff and you arent...

  8. Desperate for answers regarding IPN

    Big Blondie replied to Rosa09's topic in Nurses Recovery

    Im not from Florida but I want to let you know it is going to be OK. Many have survived this and you will too. It can be trying at times. Hang in

  9. Tpapn crna

    Big Blondie replied to Kristikjjackson's topic in Nurses Recovery

    I sent you a private

  10. Do you disclose you're in monitoring during the interview or if you get an offer?

    Big Blondie replied to RNdynamic's topic in Nurses Recovery

    I disclose during interview when I have decided I want the job. Sometimes I would interview where I know I didnt want to work just to practice telling about it! I have always got an offer on the...

  11. Im sad. Think I tested positive for alcohol

    Big Blondie replied to daout's topic in Nurses Recovery

    OP doesnt need sarcasm or scolding. Take a deep breath. Look on TNA website at list of places to get eval that are approved. Schedule appt. try to find place that does uotpatient only, unless you...

  12. terminated RN

    Big Blondie replied to har14's topic in Nurses Recovery

    What

  13. Tx bon investigation

    Big Blondie posted a topic in Nurses Recovery

    OK. Finally got notification of investigation by Tx BNE. They are requesting information regarding my situation. I have been in TPAPN for over a year. I was reported to the Board by my former...

  14. How long?

    Big Blondie replied to Roger1's topic in Nurses Recovery

    15

  15. Tx bon investigation

    Big Blondie replied to Big Blondie's topic in Nurses Recovery

    Any practice violation? Are dwis old or

  16. Tx bon investigation

    Big Blondie replied to Big Blondie's topic in Nurses Recovery

    Not usually. Depends on your

  17. Question about TPAPN and Recovery trek

    Big Blondie replied to verobenavRN's topic in Nurses Recovery

    I havent after 2.5

  18. How is TPAPN even confidential?

    Big Blondie replied to verobenavRN's topic in Nurses Recovery

    I hear your frustration. This is my second chance in Tpapn. In the early 90's and now at 2.5 yr mark. Dont give up. Youve been a nurse a long time. You will get job. Dont worry about people...

  19. Currently sitting in a cafe in Rome.

    Big Blondie replied to dirtyhippiegirl's topic in Nurses Recovery

    I am also on vacation! This is the good

  20. TPAPN and Tx BON

    Big Blondie replied to TxDogMom's topic in Nurses Recovery

    They may suspend your lic for one year and monitor you instead of tpapn, they can give you a "stay" meaning they dont actually suspend it. They may refer you back to TPAPN. You need drug screen to...

  21. Where do I begin? have never dealt with anything like this before

    Big Blondie replied to C23gregory's topic in Nurses Recovery

    Lawyer up. If you arent an addict and you were prescribed meds then you may be better iff than you think. Good attys know legal loopholes, often get things dismissed due to improper procedure. They...

  22. Hair products

    Big Blondie posted a topic in Nurses Recovery

    Can people list hair products you have found that dont contain alcohol. Shampoo, conditioner, root

  23. Time and a place for everything!

    Big Blondie posted a topic in Nurses Recovery

    Unsolicited advice for anyone who may benefit from it! Find a cadeuces meeting and a sponsor you can talk to. Venting with people in recovery that are healthcare professionals may help you through...

  24. Came clean & Fired yesterday

    Big Blondie replied to savandanurse's topic in Nurses Recovery

    I suggest immediate self referral to TPAPN. The board may not contact u for a year. And by then you will have part of contract done. Your case may remain confidential. Meaning not put in newsletter or...

  25. Your monitoring program allow whipits?

    Big Blondie replied to RNdynamic's topic in Nurses Recovery

    Wow. Just wow. Was that a serious question or a