I am new here so please forgive me for posting this question in an area where it may not be relevant.
Hopefully since this is an Illinois nursing board someone might have an answer for me pertaining to Illinois laws, rules, etc.
Here is my problem: I am a Pre-Nursing student and I am getting ready to do my pre-req's in the spring. I know that background checks are going to be done before I can be admitted into my nursing program.
My teenage years (17 years old precisely) were a little less than perfect. I was in and out of trouble a couple of times. I am now 27 and even though I can see that I am no longer that young, stupid girl- will the IL BON see that?
I am really passionate about nursing and have finally decided to return to school since my son will be turning two years old soon.
Does anyone know what WILL or will NOT disqualify you from getting into your nursing program? Nothing I did was of a violent or abusive nature. I have NO felonies, only misdemeanor offenses from 10 years ago when I was 17.
Sorry to make this so long, but I just do not want to waste years in school only to be told that even though my grades are wonderful and I would make a great nurse ~ that my past will always be the biggest factor in determining my future.
I have already checked with my programs counselor, and she had no direct answer for me except to "Take the CBC and see what happens."
ARGH!! As if I am not biting my nails enough already just trying to get my foot in the door....
If no one personally knows, does anyone know where I can get that info for Illinois online? I've looked everywhere I can think to, but cannot find anything.
