Denied R.N. License after NCLEX

[Erational]

I was so overjoyed to had passed my NCLEX, but now a state is denying me a license because I was on probation as a LVN in another state. Do I have to forget about nursing, or take the exam again in a less-stringent state? The only choices I ever see on any state board website are; Recipicality and Licensure by Examination

[amoLucia]

There was nothing wrong with what nrseduk8ter said.

I didn't see anything objectionable either.

To OP - you're NOT being permanently denied a license, just temporarily until the prior LVN issues have been satisfied according to your BON (not just your belief/perception).

We all recognize that you're desirous of starting anew and getting along with your life, personally & professionally. But until all the questions have been cleared up, you're in limbo. You just have to stick with your original state until then. Sorry, just NO WAY to get around it. To try to bypass those issues, does you no good and will cast suspicions.

Good luck.

And FWIW, we are NOT being mean, being bullies, sticking together, ganging up on you, etc. Everybody is just being honest which is what you'll get on an anonymous social media posting.

[xxMichelleJxx]

Hi Erational. I don't have any experience dealing with this, but I do agree with what most people have said. Since your LPN license is on Probation Status, you will need to wait until your probationary period is over. You stated you have 3 months left, correct? So until then you can perhaps work on some certifications you may need for future RN positions (such as BCLS if you don't already have it, ACLS, IV Certification, Infection Control, etc. Unfortunately I don't believe there is really anything you can do to speed up the process. I also agree with what others have said about applying for a license in a different state. All BONs communicate with one another. Also, your licensing information is posted online. Any BON can see if a person has any disciplinary action to any of their professional licenses. I feel trying to apply for a license in a different state will not only be a waste of money and time, but it will also put you under more scrutiny. They will review your application, and may deny it again due to the same reasons your BON did.

I would recommend that you just wait it out. I know its hard, but just keep faith and hope for the best. I'm sure things will work out for you.

Good luck with everything!

[CocoaLoverFNP]

I have come here for HELP not to be judged.

I had a real case and was already punished as my state saw fit, years ago. I didn't kill anyone, nor made anybody even ill. To not issue a license after I have done all that was asked of me is punishing me again. But, it's easy for you to side with nrseduk, you both have your RN's licenses already.

We understand that you have intense feelings regarding your issue with the BON..... But Nurseduck was just saying that it may seem like a "deceitful act" (for anyone) if he/she tried to hop from one state to another, just to apply for an RN license. I do not think she was judging you... It was more like an example of how someone from the BON may view you (if you were to do that).

I would wait until the LVN probation is over... It sounds like the probation is final and non-negotiable. Also, I would contact the BON for their recommendations before even trying to take the next step.

Good luck

[Mavrick, BSN, RN]

I have jumped thru all of the hoops commanded of me and I'm still getting judged. People who have made mistakes shouldn't be shackled to the mistakes forever. QUOTE]

No, you have not jumped through all the hoops. You have three more months to jump to have your LVN license restored to good standing. Assuming the BoN will do that. You may have to wait even longer for them to issue you a clean license. The wheels of professional licensing organizations move at their own speed. Just ask nurses in California.

And, Yes, some mistakes will follow you throughout the rest of your life. Just ask sex offenders or anyone with a with disiplinary action on their nursing license. Your license will forever have that red flag on it. If you ever try to get a license in another state in this union you will have to explain that disiplinary action to the BoN and they will decide on a case by case basis if they issue you a license in their state. So keep that "all clear" paperwork handy.

[HopeRules]

I think the OP has lived with the consequences. He/she is simply trying to research the best option for his/her life and career. This is the intelligent and moral thing to do as we affect our families as much as we do ourselves. People fail to realize that we are all in this together. For the OP to be successful means that we are all more successful. Everyone affects everyone else.

Good luck to you! I hope you find the answer you are looking for...please let us know how it goes.

[amoLucia]

Just an afterthought - it's not just the BON, but employers' HR does review/investigate applicants' BON status. Anything that sets up a 'red flag' will most likely cause an employer to take a pass on your application. And if you omit something, it could come back to bite you for 'failing to disclose information' on your application for which you will most likely be terminated.

Yours is NOT a quickie resolve issue.

[noelly10]

I think the OP has lived with the consequences...

Not quite. They still have 3 more months in their probationary period.

[cinlou, BSN, MSN, RN]

I have come here for HELP not to be judged.

I had a real case and was already punished as my state saw fit, years ago. I didn't kill anyone, nor made anybody even ill. To not issue a license after I have done all that was asked of me is punishing me again. But, it's easy for you to side with nrseduk, you both have your RN's licenses already.

You are still under probation you need to be cleared by the state you are under probation with. Once you get the paperwork from them that you have completed your probation you need to turn it in to the state board where you have taken your RN NCLEX and present the information with them that you have completed all your requirements. All state boards want to see nurses be honest and up front, as long as you do that they will work with you. Yes you have to continue to jump through hoops it is the nature of our role. Integrity, honesty, showing them that you are willing to do what ever is necessary to correct the problem shows them that you are honest, apologetic, want to improve yourself, have integrity and wish to be the best nurse and care provider you can be. You are not the only person who has made an error and had to work hard to correct it. Complete your probation, get your paperwork and set a face to face meeting with your present state board, so you can be approved for your RN. Lots of time and effort, but will be worth it to you in the end.

[sallyrnrrt, ADN, RN]

I must be missing something...how can my best source of info be from a state I'm not interested in working in?

How do I use my NCLEX results in another state if I can't use reciprocity ?

Because of your LPN lis. Was on probation in that state. You must obtain a copy of that probation release, if it was completed. You need to appeal to your current state with that copy of release of LPN probation, for reconsideration......depending on what ever reason you were on probation for, there could be some stipulations etc., if your current board grants your RN lis.

best wishes

[sallyrnrrt, ADN, RN]

I have come here for HELP not to be judged.

I had a real case and was already punished as my state saw fit, years ago. I didn't kill anyone, nor made anybody even ill. To not issue a license after I have done all that was asked of me is punishing me again. But, it's easy for you to side with nrseduk, you both have your RN's licenses already.

I accidental hit like button instead of quo. / don't know how to un like.

Related to Nursing, both LPN, and RN, both are governed by state BON, And yes what happened to one lis, does affect outcome of the other.

you will remain in this situation, until, you get the documentation your former state BON places your LPN on probation, terms of probation have been cleared and probationary status completed......only with that clearance will Any BON, consider your RN lis.

you have been given sound advice, not judgement.

i am coming from 43years RN experience.....other experienced RN have given you the same.

if you choose to not follow our directions, nothing is going to change for your situation.

[imenid37]

Did your RN program ask about your prior action with the BON? The reason I ask is because a former coworker had a legal problem in a neighbouring state. She took all of the nursing prereq's. When it was time to enter the nursing courses, she was told by the local community college that she was probably not eligible for a nursing license d/t her record. She did follow up with an attorney and got the same answer. She pursued another major.

I don't know when your incident with the BON happened, but was your RN program aware? Did they have any issues with your being in the program while you were the subject of BON action? If you did not disclose this info, it could be an issue. I hope you can get your issues resolved.

It is such a shame to have spent all of this time in school and not be able to use your license. It just surprises me that you were given the go ahead for N-CLEX RN with action against your LVN license pending. In my state, once you pass the NCLEX, your name is on the website an as RN. This happens in a number of hours. I have never heard of anyone getting to the point of taking NCLEX here and passing, but being denied. It seems you would have been denied the opportunity to take the test, rather than being denied the license after taking the test. I don't know the whole story or what goes on in every state, though. I am just trying to wrapy my hed around what you are saying.

Were both of your schools in the same state? Getting an attorney would probably be best if you are able to afford it. It must be very difficult to have action against you. I don't know what it is or if it is justified. Sometimes out of fear, people do not disclose things. In the end, the nondisclosure is the worse of the two options. Hopefully, you will sort it out and be able to move forward.

[traumaRUs, MSN, APRN]

Moved to Nursing LIcensure with Criminal Hx. This thread fits better in this forum.

And...please note several off-topic posts have been deleted. As the OP has already rec'd their punishment, there is no need to further debate that portion of the post.

Please keep on topic.

Back to the OP: I second the motion to get some attorney advice...