Biosphere

Biosphere

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  1. CANDO program and jobs in AZ

    I can help with jobs , my network is pretty diverse
  2. How much trouble am I in?

    They will find some other reason to terminate you. You will not win this fight. I just don't think it will end well. I have seen the results play out too many times.
  3. Are we "semi-professionals"

    And when it's all said and done , nothing will have change . Opinions are just that opinions. People are acting like its hard core facts. Regardless of how you feel , others will always feel different. If you want to be professional then you are a pr...
  4. IV Insertion Difficulty

    Takes much practice and 8 months isn't nearly enough. You just have to keep doing them even if you miss. It's just that simple. Regardless, you CAN stick by sight, I've been doing them since 1998 all in the ED. You have to use all your tools to b...
  5. drug diversion vs practicing without a license?

    The best thing you can do for yourself is seek rehab and let your lawyer handle the legal formalities. It will get a lot worse before it gets better then all of sudden you will be breathing again.
  6. drug diversion vs practicing without a license?

    Yes you do have the option of voluntary surrender.
  7. drug diversion vs practicing without a license?

    I wish you well on your road to recovery and I'm sure you overcome this obstacle.
  8. Naroctics diversion...Am I going to prison? Help

    I don't know the answer to your question but can definitely understand your concern. In my humble opinion, everything is on the table. This is an extreme case so prepare for the fight of your life. I truly wish you the best of luck.
  9. Phone interview - what to say about why I left my previous job

    Be honest and professional but in your own best interest , don't elaborate on details. Just simply answer the questions they ask you.
  10. Disgusted to say this.. 4 misdemeanors before facing demons

    A record as such will make any job area of interest more difficult. If you listen to other people telling you things can't be done, you will never prosper. At the end of the day , you have to follow your gut instincts. If you truly want this , it's v...
  11. Just got my TPAPN referral in the mail, scared to death

    Very good advice so far. If you can make it through nursing school , you can make it through this also. It's not going to get better overnight but if you work hard, do things the right way, and keep a low profile , you will succeed. Just don't ever...
  12. Just started Ramp and thinking of stopping

    Errors
  13. RN with new Restrictions on license

    Yes but after many, many fail attempts. You have to obviously be persistent untill successful.
  14. I can definitely relate as I was facing the same issue. I took a year off and I did it for several reasons. One to get my life back in order and reset. Repair my marriage, finances etc. To have enough time to satisfy the first year of my contract....
  15. Frustration setting in!

    It just means the conditions of the contract will be published to public view.The CANDO contract is confidential and hidden from public view . Essentially they are the same, it's just a matter of private vs public records. However the Cando is disc...
  16. Frustration setting in!

    I share you pain that only time can heal. It definitely gets better. Just take it easy and go with flow , slow things down and relax. If I can make I feel like every nurse on this planet has a shot. Two years ago I wasn't hearing it but I promise it ...
  17. What's the benefit of self reporting to tpapn?

    I'm not sure I quite follow you. Suspended till participation confirmed ?
  18. What's the benefit of self reporting to tpapn?

    She self reported and fought the board so that's an oversimplification of my comments. I'm not sure you understand and maybe I didn't provide clarity. I meant self report and stand down regardless of the situation. I don't agree , disgree , saying i...
  19. What's the benefit of self reporting to tpapn?

    I understand everything quite perfectly but to the OP that asked the question in the first place, I rest my case. I was simply warning others what happens as a result. As I mentioned I think you have very valid points and I can relate. However if you...
  20. What's the benefit of self reporting to tpapn?

    Sounds like a nightmare and I am sorry that you have had to endure all of this heartache. I can't deny that you have made some vald points. I can also relate to some of the issues you have presented to the forum. Intialty I had some of the same feel...
  21. CANDO program and jobs in AZ

    Sure you can message me. I am always honest with them but the words you use are crucial. They are really aware of these issue anyway unlike HR.
  22. Nurse in recovery

    Cosigned, my thoughts exactly
  23. What do I do?

    Unless you address to addiction issues , you will definitely have problems in whatever arena of healthcare you decide to pursue. They are going to find out anyway especially since now it's all public records. Yes it will impact your pursuit in licen...
  24. I Totally agree and the truth is the only way to handle it.
  25. CANDO program and jobs in AZ

    I know for a fact that the John C Lincoln hospitals, and the abrazo hospitals are CANDO friendly. The Banners not so much. if you don't have any restrictions on your license , I feel it's realitively easy to land a job in one of those spots. You ha...