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Under investigation

To my ever lasting shame I have diverted narcotics and last Friday I was pulled into a meeting with my hospital DON, Manager and HR rep. I did not say much, mostly that I did not remember the incident that they were asking about. I voluntarily submitted to a UDS, told that an investigation would ensue and left (on suspension). I have been researching attorneys but have not retained one yet. 

I have been through every emotion possible and I truly don't know how I could have ever done something so stupid. I am wondering if I even want to be a nurse anymore. After researching monitoring programs and BON protocols I understand it's going to be a long road but very possible. What I am curious about is if I am going to be arrested.

An HR representative called me today to say that my investigation has been completed and ask that I set up a time to see her. I have done something wrong and legally I deserve to be arrested because it was a crime, I understand that. I just don't know what to expect at this meeting. I know I will more than likely be terminated but I'm afraid I will be met in her office by police officers and arrested upon exit. Has anyone ever gone through this before or know someone who has? 

 

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    Lawyer first thing tomorrow morning 

    The monitoring agreement varies depending on your location.  Usually 3 to 5 years of drug tests and not being allowed to take medication unless approved 

    Possible rehab, AA type meetings having to meet with a therapist, group therapy 

    If it were me I'd resign and skip the meeting but check with a lawyer 

    Good luck 

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    May I ask why you'd resign and skip the meeting? 

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    Iwtkm said:

    May I ask why you'd resign and skip the meeting? 

    For me it'd just be stress I don't need. I'd go with a lawyer 

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    I've been where you are at and I'm so sorry.

     

    None of us can really say if you will get arrested. Most likely not but it is possible. I was lucky and while I did get fired and reported and ended up getting my license suspended for one year, the hospital did not pursue any criminal charges. It depends on a lot of factors like the severity of the diversion, if there was any patient harm, the hospital policies, state policies, etc.

     

    I didn't get a lawyer, it's probably best you to that route first.

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    Don't answer any questions, don't volunteer any information, don't say anything at all to anyone- no friends, no family, especially don't say anything to or have contact with your employer until you speak with and hire an attorney. Period. 

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