SARP-unorganized and dysfunctional

[TenUp]

It is going on one year that I had started my application process for SARP. I was finally accepted in June 2019 and it has been a true eye-opener. I was of the understanding that this was a REHABILITATION program, LOL what a joke. They do nothing to truly help the individuals who apply for this program. In fact, they don't even return calls in a timely manner, they have horrible communication with the drug testing company (whom I have more interaction with than I do the board), and they never check in to see how your recovery in doing until they want to accuse you of something. I have been extremely compliant with ALL their requirements and today I receive a letter stating I need to come in due to their suspicion of my not complying with my CASP. I'm not worried at all but this entire experience has been ridiculous and I still have 2.5 years to go. Anyone else deal with these types of issues in their programs??

[RNigothis]

SBegonia said:

@RNigothis,

I do not actually "pass meds" but I prepare meds and it worked as my requirement.  I just gave all the information, explaining to SARP (now URAMP) that I follow the "rights" of medication administration. 

My contract stated that upon successful completion of the program the restrictions would go away, and my license now just has "current" with no mention of the non-disciplinary action as it did while I was in the program.  It does not change until you have been officially discharged from the program. 

Stay strong!

 

@SBegonia you honestly just made my day, week, and month! You have no idea! I was wondering if you had any recommendations as to where I should look for work once I am allowed to practice? 

[Tyson]

Yea, that's correct. When you start working it will change from "restrictions" to "conditions" and then when out of the program will go to "current"  And will be case closed, so should be no way any person or employer would be able to know that you were in the program. 

[RNigothis]

Tyson said:

Yea, that's correct. When you start working it will change from "restrictions" to "conditions" and then when out of the program will go to "current"  And will be case closed, so should be no way any person or employer would be able to know that you were in the program. 

@Tyson thank you very much again for being so kind and taking the time to answer my questions. You are blessing, and just made me feel 100% better! 

[SBegonia]

RNigothis said:

@SBegonia you honestly just made my day, week, and month! You have no idea! I was wondering if you had any recommendations as to where I should look for work once I am allowed to practice? 

I would start where you are, meaning in the field you have been working (unless you are looking for a change).  A member of the URAMP board will say that stigma does not exist and she welcomes nurses who are in a monitoring program.  I found this to be false.  There will be people who don't want to deal with it or have preconceived notions about any one in this situation.  You just have to find someone who is willing to recognize that this doesn't define you as a person/nurse.       

I hope this helps you...this program is hard to deal with, for sure. I'm willing to connect.  

Good luck

[RNigothis]

SBegonia said:

I would start where you are, meaning in the field you have been working (unless you are looking for a change).  A member of the URAMP board will say that stigma does not exist and she welcomes nurses who are in a monitoring program.  I found this to be false.  There will be people who don't want to deal with it or have preconceived notions about any one in this situation.  You just have to find someone who is willing to recognize that this doesn't define you as a person/nurse.       

I hope this helps you...this program is hard to deal with, for sure. I'm willing to connect.  

Good luck

@SBegonia

Thank you so much for being open and honest — your message really resonated with me. It means a lot to hear from someone who's been through URAMP and understands the real-world challenges beyond what the program says. I truly appreciate your willingness to connect and support others in this process.

I would love to take you up on that offer to connect, if you're still open to it. Hearing more about your experience and how you navigated work while in the program would be incredibly helpful. Feel free to let me know the best way to reach you. This is my email: [email protected].

Thanks again for your kindness and strength — it really helps to know I'm not alone in this.

 

 

[RNigothis]

SBegonia said:

I would start where you are, meaning in the field you have been working (unless you are looking for a change).  A member of the URAMP board will say that stigma does not exist and she welcomes nurses who are in a monitoring program.  I found this to be false.  There will be people who don't want to deal with it or have preconceived notions about any one in this situation.  You just have to find someone who is willing to recognize that this doesn't define you as a person/nurse.       

I hope this helps you...this program is hard to deal with, for sure. I'm willing to connect.  

Good luck

@SBegonia thank you once again for replying. I've been doing well the last months navigating this, but there are days like today where my mom races. I try to ground myself, but sometimes I just want someone to talk to, and I am glad you are taking the time.

I can imagine the stigma, and specially in our field where bullying is so prominent I could not think otherwise. 
 

I would love to take you up on that offer to connect. How can should we go about it? 

God bless! 

[RNigothis]

Tyson said:

Yea, that's correct. When you start working it will change from "restrictions" to "conditions" and then when out of the program will go to "current"  And will be case closed, so should be no way any person or employer would be able to know that you were in the program. 

@Tyson @SBegonia Does the consent order say the reason for it? I.e., diversion?

[Tyson]

Yea mine did but without a whole lot of detail. So a possible employer is going to have to read it. Thats why it's best be up front with them in an interview as difficult as that is. After I had the interview, the manager proceeding to hire me really had little interest in the consent agreement as she knew I was in the program and able to work as per the BON. The whole process getting back to work was really difficult even after I was offered the position.  After I started working, everything went really smooth for the most part.