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No one can ever make you feel worse than you can make yourself feel....you got this !! ?????????

On 3/19/2021 at 8:22 PM, bridget044 said:

just a quick update, my prayers were answered today.  I had 3 jobs offers!  I'm so thankful 

Hi there,

congratulations for the offer. I just want to know do LTC hire nurses with reprimand on their licenses? Which area are you located on? I don't know where to go, my license is in trouble because of my previous employer lying on me. I don't know where to start the fight from. I have all the evidence, I initially didn't submit to board but now I feel like I should. But I don't know where to begin with... and I am scared of so many things.. I never want to work in hospital, but will LTCs ever hire me? I have 3 yrs of experience in LTC.

On 2/20/2021 at 9:20 AM, rn1965 said:

YES!  Most monitoring contracts (at least the ones I have heard of from others here) specifically state that you MUST disclose in the interview process.  

My CM wrote me a brief letter outlining the stips I had and how long I have been in and when it is expected to end.  She also mentioned that I was totally compliant to date. 

Being up front and honest was the best way for me. Hold your head high and let them know that it has made you a better person and a better nurse.  I chose to remain in LTC for the duration of my contract.  In all honesty, I like the hours a lot better anyway!

LTC, dialysis, psych hospitals, and even some free standing ER's have been very monitoring friendly.

Hang in there, you have got this!

Hi there,

I need a piece of advise as well. The facility where I worked trying to throw their balls on me. Sadly I am victimized and I don't want my license to be reprimanded for that. I just have a question, will nursing homes ever hire nurses with reprimands? I am seriously blind, don't know where to go. Please advise.

12 minutes ago, bridget044 said:

I'm so sorry this is happening to you.  I seriously would consult an attorney for advice.   I think it would be very helpful for you, especially an attorney who defends nurses!  

I am in Wisconsin.   I did have a couple LTC facilities turn me down with the restrictions but I just kept trying and filling out tons of applications.   Get yours out there, eventually you will find a place that will be compassionate and caring and will hire you.

In the meantime,  breathe!!  consult with an attorney and take their advice.   Let me know how things turn out.  I do feel you would have better luck in LTC however. 

hugs Nurselife1212

Thank you for the reply. I am in Wisconsin too. In Milwaukee. I like nursing homes far better than hospitals but not sure how I approach them. My license isn't restricted. The BON wants me to do some 3 hours of nursing education course.Do you have any advise on how to approach?

Almost 5 years ago I was exactly where you are now, just about the same situation and I want you to know that you can also make it through it.

After a took time off to do everything my monitoring program asked of me: evaluation and inpatient rehab. I found a job, as a nurse, outside a hospital that I have learned to love. I even became Board Certified in my new specialty.

During my job interview I disclosed my participation in my monitoring program and I said “I self reported because I found myself in need of help to deal with personal issues”, that’s all I said.

I hope this information is helpful and gives you hope. I’m here if you need me, feel free to message me.

BTW: there are many inpatient and outpatient places that are willing to work with us. Keep applying and don’t give up.

58 minutes ago, Rosa09 said:

Almost 5 years ago I was exactly where you are now, just about the same situation and I want you to know that you can also make it through it.

After a took time off to do everything my monitoring program asked of me: evaluation and inpatient rehab. I found a job, as a nurse, outside a hospital that I have learned to love. I even became Board Certified in my new specialty.

During my job interview I disclosed my participation in my monitoring program and I said “I self reported because I found myself in need of help to deal with personal issues”, that’s all I said.

I hope this information is helpful and gives you hope. I’m here if you need me, feel free to message me.

BTW: there are many inpatient and outpatient places that are willing to work with us. Keep applying and don’t give up.

Hello, thank you so much for reply. I am not in monitoring program. BON have issued 3 hours of nursing ethics course for me for a minor mistake I made. But even it is a simple order, it will show up in orders and discipline page on board’s website and I am scared of that. I don't know how to open up to potential employer. With that fear, I havent even applied for a job. I never wanted to work in hospitals though. But I am scared to even try LTCs. It's so embarrasing. Any thoughts on if LTCs would hire or not?

On 2/20/2021 at 10:26 AM, mississippiRN71 said:

I felt the same way . Hang n there and just do what they tell you.  It takes a while for the board to finalize everything.  You can even work while u are waiting since nothing will be on your license right now.  I did .  Then when my case came up I told my employer and she worked with me on it. Good luck! 

I recently was terminated for a terrible mistake that I feel so stupid for. Was told it was best to self report to TNPAP. Which I did and have seen the costs and am very discouraged. I will be reported to BON and I don’t know if I can apply and work until something comes Of it ?  Your post stuck out to me because you said you continued to work. Any advice ?

Did you have a positive drug test? If yes, do you have a valid script for it? Monitoring programs for for substance abuse/ mental health disorders. If you have a negative drug test I would never self report, unless you believe you need help. Was it a narcotic related termination? 

On 4/5/2021 at 9:39 AM, Rosa09 said:

Almost 5 years ago I was exactly where you are now, just about the same situation and I want you to know that you can also make it through it.

After a took time off to do everything my monitoring program asked of me: evaluation and inpatient rehab. I found a job, as a nurse, outside a hospital that I have learned to love. I even became Board Certified in my new specialty.

During my job interview I disclosed my participation in my monitoring program and I said “I self reported because I found myself in need of help to deal with personal issues”, that’s all I said.

I hope this information is helpful and gives you hope. I’m here if you need me, feel free to message me.

BTW: there are many inpatient and outpatient places that are willing to work with us. Keep applying and don’t give up.

Hello there,

So did you land up with a job? I am pretty much new in my career and now this reprimand. I did not even know this will stick with my license forever. I am very frustrated. Can I never find a job in a long term care as well.? please advise. I am clueless. What kind of facilities hire nurses with reprimand? I like to work in nursing homes.