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    • Healthcare Policy

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    • Chemical dependency poses significant challenges for healthcare professionals, impacting patient safety and professional practice.
    • Regulatory bodies like the Board of Nursing implement disciplinary processes for nurses facing substance use disorders.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To investigate the relationship between the type of disciplinary action imposed by the Board of Nursing and the perceived recovery outcomes for nurses with chemical dependency.
    • To understand how different interventions within the disciplinary process are associated with successful rehabilitation.

    Main Methods:

    • A survey was conducted among registered nurses (RNs) and licensed practical nurses (LPNs) who had undergone the Board of Nursing's discipline process for chemical dependency.
    • Participants rated the perceived benefits of their disciplinary actions on their recovery journey.

    Main Results:

    • Analysis revealed a correlation between specific disciplinary actions and the reported success of recovery.
    • Certain interventions within the disciplinary framework were perceived as more beneficial for long-term sobriety and professional reintegration.

    Conclusions:

    • The findings suggest that the nature of disciplinary actions significantly influences the recovery trajectory of nurses with chemical dependency.
    • Tailoring disciplinary measures to support recovery may enhance outcomes for affected nursing professionals.