Hi! I hope I'm putting this in the right place, but I've been wondering if anyone else has dealt with this. I'm trying to apply for RN by exam, and I had to consent to the Adam Walsh background check. More than 10 years ago DCF got involved with my family because my (now) ex-husband assaulted my infant, apparently a couple times. It was completely unknown to me, as I was at work when it happened, but she appeared sick, so I was bringing her to her pediatrician and the ER several times; it was only after my ex said she fell off the bed, that the ER finally did a CT, and found subdural hematomas. Very obviously, DCF got involved, initially took custody (I got custody back at the 72 hour hearing, after my ex confessed and I filed for separation). Because it took so long for him to confess, DCF treated us both as perpetrators and supported the Care and Protection. He was ultimately charged and convicted of his crimes, and my child is doing really great these days with no residuals (thank god!!!).
Any way... apparently my name came up on the DCF registry as being part of a protective services case, and now my application for licensure by exam is under review. With Good Moral Character, there is a list of items that the Board wants, but there is absolutely no information for individuals who show up on the Registry but have no criminal history. Does anyone know how long the review will take, or what they might want for documentation? I'm trying to pace myself studying for the NCLEX, and wonder if they will even let me? (I assume I'm listed as "neglectful" for "failing to keep the child safe", which I already feel sooo much guilt for, even though I was at work when it happened.) As additional info, I do currently work with children, and my history has never been a problem...
I have not even gotten not even one letter or email asking anything of me or to say I’m on board review. Have u at least received a letter stating u are on board review?
Beginning of June. I had to keep calling them bec it was taking so long. I heard back 2 months after applying that a case was opening due to former cps case. I immediately hired a lawyer, and I was told my case would be heard in Oct. (in order it was received) .. my peers are all testing and working. Here I am.. waiting.
Nothing. I still haven't received anything formal. I had to email the board yet again to try an get information. The response I received was from a paralegal stating that the review was pending and they could not give me a time frame as each case is individual. So frustrating.
Hi! So I applied back on 25 May and after submitting lots of letters of explanation, I am scheduled to go before BORN next week. I'm terrified. Keep messaging DPH BORN until you hear something. I called & emailed daily until I finally was assigned to an investigator. She is lovely & has been going out of her way to get my case heard in a (somewhat) timely fashion. The BORN only meets 1x/month ? Good luck!
Thank u everyone for keeping us all updated. So nerve wreaking to know the unknown, after working so hard to be nurses and to find out there a hump. Good luck shauna0507♥️ / please keep us updated. Sending prayers your way
Hi!! So I went before the BORN last Wednesday. I had to sit on hold for a good 3 hours ? but once I was let into the meeting it lasted only about 3-5 minutes. Each member votes after your investigator presents all the documentation you've provided. All the members voted in favor of me taking the NCLEX!! ? They wished me luck & I had my ATT code within 36 hours. I'm now scheduled to take the NCLEX next week!! ?
I think everyone should be fine & have a good outcome going in front of the Board. It's just such a long process ? But I wish everyone luck!! ❤ Try to remain calm....ill be shocked if they do not approve you!
1FutureRN2021
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Hi,
I have no updates. My lawyer is finishing up my paperwork for BORN, with expectation of it going before the board in October.