newRN2013_777 replied to newRN2013_777's topic in Career Support
Wow. Just checked this and can't believe that it's coming up on a year. I feel so much more competent now than I did when I originally posted this. It is no joke when people state that it takes a good year before a new nurse actually feels like a nu...
newRN2013_777 replied to annejo177's topic in Criminal
Amen. I just got back on this site to check updates. Yes, it is hurtful when people state negative things towards others life. Stay positive. I know many people that I have helped due to my past mistakes. People that have been through hard times in l...
newRN2013_777 replied to annejo177's topic in Criminal
I wouldn't let your past discourage you. The BON reviews each situation via a case by case basis. I have a past that isn't the best. However, I made major changes in my life. Have used my past mistakes to help others that find their selves in similar...
newRN2013_777 replied to DustinF's topic in Criminal
I wouldn't suggest a lawyer, unless they deny you. My friends were told not to do that, because it's less impersonal. Start of with yourself and be honest. If they deny you, than get a lawyer.
newRN2013_777 replied to DustinF's topic in Criminal
I know a few people that went through a similar situation. They had criminal past. They went through Nursing school and applied for the NCLEX. What will happen is you need to be 100% honest. They will have you write a document that states which each ...
newRN2013_777 replied to dawnneod's topic in Criminal
I know someone that went through a similar situation. It is always very very important to disclose exactly what happened in your past. When it comes down to it, they are very understanding. As long as a person is upfront and honest. Honesty is a big ...
newRN2013_777 replied to Stephen.Stevens's topic in New Nurse
Yes, the NCLEX is the same across all states. It's a national exam. No difference in the test questions or standards of passing. California is just pickier when it comes to allowing other nurses come in from different states to work at with a califor...
Well, to start off I must say I am blessed. However:::: I graduated in May of 2013 as an RN. Many people have asked me how my journey has been and how difficult school is compared to actually working in the field. This is how I explain my journey. Sc...