DUI as a student? What's to come?

[justwondering1]

Hello I am currently a student finishing up my requisites to get into a RN program. However, I recently made the worst decision in my life, I drove while intoxicated. I had to pay a huge fine and spend a night in jail (this was in WA State). I was wondering how this will affect my ability to be able to even become a RN (getting into a program, being licensed, getting a job, etc...). I feel absolutely terrible and I'm terrified that I just ruined my whole future.

Any feedback would be greatly appreciated I know I screwed up badly and I'm sorry if this post makes anyone angry.

[guest4/14]

I got a DUI while actually in nursing school, and I just received the all clear from my BON and take my NCLEX at the end of this month. I know everyone hates the phrase, but they really do decide on a case by case basis. Nursing is my passion and I decided long ago that I was going to do whatever it took to become a nurse even knowing that I would have a hard time (I have a past criminal history as well). I just kept my head down the rest of the way through and never gave up on my goals and here I am. When you send in your application to the board, they will ask you to write a letter of explanation. Just write from the heart and explain the situation and be honest. Ask for solid letters of recommendation from people in authority, and disclose absolutely everything on the application. The rest is up to them, and out of your hands. But if nursing is your passion, you should definitely at least try. Just keep your chin up and keep your eyes on the prize, and good luck.