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  1. Modification of probation in CA

    gnurse2089 replied to kearsleyRN's topic in Nurses Recovery

    Hey Tig34, Welcome to the boards. Just FYI, it used to be 2 DUIs would land you in probation. These days even people with one dui and no prior criminal history end up on probation so the board is...

  2. RN renewal and intervention

    gnurse2089 replied to worriednurse91's topic in Nurses Recovery

    I can tell you how it goes in California. I got a DUI in November of 2013. My license was up for renewal in December. Being that I had not been convicted yet, I answered no the the question on the...

  3. Trouble with IV starts on Older Adults

    gnurse2089 replied to DowntheRiver's topic in General Nursing

    I love the tips here. I work in skilled nursing on a sub acute rehab unit so I'd say 90% of our patients are over 75 and trying to find good veins on some of them is like trying to find a needle in a...

  4. Help what is regulation of drug screen???

    gnurse2089 replied to jfox01's topic in Nurses Recovery

    As everyone else said, any kind of substance abuse is equal in the eyes of the BON. You're not the only one who would be caught up in a monitoring program without being an addict. In fact in my nurse...

  5. Transferring license after graduating??

    gnurse2089 replied to RickG85's topic in Nurses Recovery

    I had this question myself for awhile as I live in California right now but don't see myself staying here forever (cost of living is outrageous). Basically what I've found is no two nursing boards are...

  6. BON investigation process... CONFUSED

    gnurse2089 replied to Nurse08grad's topic in Nurses Recovery

    As others have said, you can be disciplined for psych issues as well. I have a nurse in my group that was placed on monitoring simply because she was diagnosed as bipolar and her dumb therapist...

  7. Possible BRN Program in California

    gnurse2089 replied to M2185's topic in Nurses Recovery

    Hey M2185, the only advice I can give you is to make 100% sure this is the right choice for you. Diversion is incredibly expensive. You pretty much have to fulfill all the requirements of probation...

  8. Possible BRN Program in California

    gnurse2089 replied to M2185's topic in Nurses Recovery

    Hey tiffpritRN, I got placed on nursing probation for a first offense DUI involving alcohol. Nothing work related and no DEA involvement. Also why I opted for probation as opposed to diversion as...

  9. Possible BRN Program in California

    gnurse2089 replied to M2185's topic in Nurses Recovery

    As far as I know, DaVita Dialysis is pretty open to new grads and is very monitoring friendly, I've got a few people in my group that work there. I work at a SNF, most SNFs are recovery friendly as...

  10. Possible BRN Program in California

    gnurse2089 replied to M2185's topic in Nurses Recovery

    I think it stays on for life TBH with you, but I know many nurses in California who've been on probation and go on to have great careers. Most employers I've met only care about whether your license...

  11. Possible BRN Program in California

    gnurse2089 replied to M2185's topic in Nurses Recovery

    First off, sorry to hear about your situation. I'm a little confused as to how the BON found out about your OD. Were cops involved? Regardless, think twice about signing up for Diversion. You won't be...

  12. Geen Lizard Drug screen?

    gnurse2089 replied to RickG85's topic in Nurses Recovery

    Bad news phenobarbital has a half-life of 2-7 days. Good news, if we were to look at the composition of the drink, all 3 ingredients of the drink are mixed at an equal ration, so of those 2 ml you...

  13. Has anyone had any issues with rudeness when giving urine?

    gnurse2089 replied to TraviesaRN's topic in Nurses Recovery

    In California every single one of the screens is observed and they can take urine, blood, hair...whatever they want per the contract. Being a man, the protocol is you walk in, drop your pants to your...

  14. positive drug test

    gnurse2089 replied to Aveda's topic in Nurses Recovery

    As long as it isn't anything you could've potentially diverted from work, you may just get let go. I don't think your employer would report you to the board unless you really messed up. If they do...

  15. CA BRN

    gnurse2089 replied to CAnurse52036's topic in Nurses Recovery

    What's your email? You can also try sending me a direct message on here but I think you have to have a certain number of posts to do that. I got my dui about a year after getting licensed. I was 22...

  16. CA BRN

    gnurse2089 replied to CAnurse52036's topic in Nurses Recovery

    I would get it done at your convenience but prior to hearing from the board. Like I said, youve got time on your side and the board won't do anything until you're actually convicted of the DUI so for...

  17. CA BRN

    gnurse2089 replied to CAnurse52036's topic in Nurses Recovery

    The best advice I can give you is to lawyer up before the BRN gets to your case and make sure you have a lawyer who's experienced with the board. Don't bother paying for a lawyer for your DUI, a...

  18. Disciplined nurses work as an MA

    gnurse2089 replied to Brady29's topic in Nurses Recovery

    Question, but, how is right for any BON to regulate any work you do outside of nursing? It seems like that would be tricky to do, legally, as they would be practicing outside their jurisdiction. I...

  19. Question for CA Probation/Intervention

    gnurse2089 replied to InHisArms's topic in Nurses Recovery

    From what I understand, when you apply, you'll more then likely get an initial denial, which you can appeal, and then reach a stipulated settlement for a 3 year probationary license with the standard...

  20. Failed drug screen in VRP

    gnurse2089 replied to IrishCMSRN's topic in Nurses Recovery

    Several of us have been in the same boat. I tested positive for ETG last month after a year in the program (in California) and was immediately told to stop working as a nurse and then tested 8 times...

  21. Experience with positive ETG test, California BRN

    gnurse2089 replied to gnurse2089's topic in Nurses Recovery

    An update, I was issued a cease practice letter on Wednesday March 15th, the day after turning my response in to the board. I don't know how much my response really mattered as I turned it in at 4 pm...

  22. Experience with positive ETG test, California BRN

    gnurse2089 replied to gnurse2089's topic in Nurses Recovery

    Thanks guys, I sent in my response letter today as well as a letter from my DON and one of my coworkers. Still have yet to hear about the PETH test but I know those results take awhile. In addition,...

  23. What has CA RN probation terms 1-19 been like for you?

    gnurse2089 replied to Cieritaqt's topic in Nurses Recovery

    Hey there, First off, congrats on obtaining your RN license, it's no small feat and you should be incredibly proud of yourself. Ive been an RN for 4 years and on probation for almost a year due to a...

  24. Drug diversion

    gnurse2089 replied to gmwilli2's topic in Nurses Recovery

    I'm saying you'll probably hear from the California board before you hear from AZ since that's the license you were working under when the offense occurred and either way, you may end up having to...

  25. Modification of probation in CA

    gnurse2089 replied to kearsleyRN's topic in Nurses Recovery

    Just wondering if your monitor told you this or its just what you heard? Reason I ask is at least two people from my group have missed nurse support groups with prior clearance from their monitor...