Welcome to the Resource page for Nurses in Recovery 

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Nurses in recovery

As I was navigating through early sobriety, I often felt overwhelmed.

I searched the internet tirelessly for any resource I could find that offered support for nurses in recovery and the options for support were extremely limited.

So, I decided to create this resource page.

I strive to provide the best resources all in one place, along with a compassionate and supportive environment for Nurses around the globe to gather and connect.

I have been where you are and came out on the other side a sober, stronger, and even more empathetic Nurse.

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Disclaimer: The information provided on this website does not, and is not intended to, constitute legal advice; instead, all information, content, and materials available on this site are for general informational purposes only. This content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.

RESOURCES

Nurse Attorney

If you are facing license discipline you may be in search of an attorney to assist you with your case. It is best to hire a Nurse Attorney as they are licensed nurses as well and tend to be more familiar with the current Nursing Board regulations and laws in your state.

RN Guardian expert legal defense for nurses.

The American Association of Nurse Attorneys website has resources to locate an attorney in your state.

Clinical Evaluator

Clinical Evaluator for mental health and substance use evaluations required by the Board of Nursing.

LaQuicha Westervelt, FNP-C, PMHNP-BC

Supporting nurses in the Board of Registered Nursing (BRN) Intervention Program and Board of Vocational Nursing & Psychiatric Technicians (BVNPT) monitoring and alternative discipline programs. LaQuicha Westervelt, FNP-C, PMHNP-BC, provides objective, clinically informed evaluations and structured monitoring to help nurses meet program requirements while supporting safe, accountable recovery and successful return to practice.

Nurse Recovery Coach

Shannan Selby, BSN, RN-BC, CARN

Shannan is the founder of CarePoint Coaching & Consulting and brings over 22 years of nursing experience across emergency medicine, addiction, and behavioral health. Throughout her career, Shannan has been known as a calm, grounded, heart-centered clinician. She believes that true care goes beyond protocols and paperwork and is rooted in presence, compassion, and respect for the whole person. Whether supporting individuals in crisis, navigating recovery, or guiding professionals through complex healthcare systems, she brings clarity, empathy, and lived clinical wisdom to every interaction. Shannan supports individuals, professionals, and organizations seeking thoughtful, ethical, and human-centered guidance. Her work is informed by decades of frontline experience and a deep commitment to advocacy, emotional safety, and meaningful change.