Big Blondie

Big Blondie ASN, BSN, MSN, APRN

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  1. Your monitoring program allow whipits?

    Big Blondie replied to RNdynamic's topic in Nurses Recovery

    What is a whip

  2. Credentials

    Big Blondie replied to phiir's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    It is a reportable offense. Just dont wear it yet. Congrats and be proud of your accomplishments. Nothing wrong with displaying your degree. You earned

  3. Really need support...kicked out of TPAPN

    Big Blondie replied to now_what's topic in Nurses Recovery

    Dont give up. This too shall

  4. I need a JOB

    Big Blondie replied to RNnowFNP's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    Network with NP group. There may be a chapter near you. Contact a recruiter. They may help you. Call back and ask why you werent selected. Be honest about difficulty finding a job. They may give you...

  5. Took a decongestant on the "Class B- Dr Approval Only" list

    Big Blondie replied to Recovering_RN's topic in Nurses Recovery

    Just get your Doc to prescribe those prn meds for you and lidt them on your list as

  6. Horrible Treatment at Drug Testing

    Big Blondie replied to Maria425's topic in Nurses Recovery

    I had a bad experience once but just let it go. Ive never had that problem again. I have to go there again, so I let it go. As far as locking the door, that sounds crazy. The lab doesnt know anything...

  7. PEER Assistance Oklahoma

    Big Blondie replied to Willy 00's topic in Nurses Recovery

    Tx. 5 yrs for NPs. 3 yrs for others. Need assmt, rx and releases to work which is case by case. I was off about 4-5 weeks which I

  8. Brand new to this

    Big Blondie replied to StillRN's topic in Nurses Recovery

    Take a deep breath. Get your assessment done. Treatment and meetings asap. Honesty is best but you dont have to tell em where you hid the bodies...dont worry about interviews this minute. You need...

  9. TPAPN, a UDS on Christmas?

    Big Blondie replied to Ash2213's topic in Nurses Recovery

    Woww. Tks for info. Love screen name bad kitty.

  10. Positive Drug Test

    Big Blondie replied to Tigerlily8's topic in Nurses Recovery

    Oh my...i have thought about you often. I am so happy they didnt suspend your license for a year! I am under board order also. But as long as I comply, nothing is public. Hope you are working....

  11. Got a job in Home Health

    Big Blondie replied to Recovering_RN's topic in Nurses Recovery

    Previous stint in monitoring and I did home health and loved it! Those pts need you more than you know and your critical experience will serve you

  12. TPAPN, a UDS on Christmas?

    Big Blondie replied to Ash2213's topic in Nurses Recovery

    Over 2 yrs in tpapn. Second time around. Never tested on wknd or holiday. Ive had one dilute urine. Still moving

  13. Encouragement and support

    Big Blondie replied to OverwhelmednVA's topic in Nurses Recovery

    Good luck. Sell your

  14. IPN issues- 2015

    Big Blondie replied to NurseEmRN's topic in Nurses Recovery

    I agree. It is unfortunate that the approach for everyone isnt tailored to their situation. Each state has their own way and many punitive and some are supportive. Glad your knee is better. Hope...

  15. IPN issues- 2015

    Big Blondie replied to NurseEmRN's topic in Nurses Recovery

    I would request toradol injections and do a lot of praying. Withdrawal for me is he double hockey sticks. Plus I dont have desire or cravings now. My addiction is a one eyed monster waiting for me to...

  16. IPN readiness to complete evaluation

    Big Blondie replied to Jcrb123's topic in Nurses Recovery

    Fyi. These charges are tax deductible because they are fees required to maintain

  17. IPN issues- 2015

    Big Blondie replied to NurseEmRN's topic in Nurses Recovery

    Unfortunately you are in a predicament. I am an addict. I cant take narcotics. My history proves it. If I take one then ten might really make me feel better. Crazy. I am an educated person. I too can...

  18. IPN issues- 2015

    Big Blondie replied to NurseEmRN's topic in Nurses Recovery

    Ok. I would not take any narcotic. Get off your knee. Take Ibuprofen. Use ice. rice. Good

  19. Ups and downs

    Big Blondie replied to SororAKS's topic in Nurses Recovery

    Reaping the

  20. drug diversion vs practicing without a license?

    Big Blondie replied to meloo1969's topic in Nurses Recovery

    No they dont always. But the dea isnt that interested in nurses diverting. In tx

  21. drug diversion vs practicing without a license?

    Big Blondie replied to meloo1969's topic in Nurses Recovery

    Dont just surrender your license. You are in no position to make that decision now. Take a breath. Most of us felt the way you do now when wevstarted. Its going to be

  22. Just whining. Pretty bummed.

    Big Blondie replied to dirtyhippiegirl's topic in Nurses Recovery

    When I dealt with tthe board I always called my investigator. She answered her phone. I never had to leave a message. Tx has. Attys that work there also that I called about practice issues and got...

  23. Disgusted to say this.. 4 misdemeanors before facing demons

    Big Blondie replied to Purple7892's topic in Nurses Recovery

    I tried not to chime in on this post, but I am compelled. We are only going to get older, and we should be pursuing our dreams and enjoying life during the process. Nothing will get in front of me...

  24. Advice regarding TPAPN and the Board

    Big Blondie replied to Nurmik5290's topic in Nurses Recovery

    There is a program with tpapn that I believe is called EEP for nurses that have been busted using but arent addicts. I think it is one year long. Personally I like my **** private and the board likes...

  25. Parents are abusing my sign-out book

    Big Blondie replied to Buggus's topic in School

    Sounds like the district is trying to keep up their numbers at your