Hi everyone! So, I finally got released to go work. I am in IPN in florida. I have been through hurdles to get this clearance (as many have that are in recovery/monitoring,) and am very eager to return to work. I have been filling out many apps and submitting resumes. Quick backstory: I have a gap in my employment as I had to wait for a very long time to get everything done (evaluations, waiting for response from board, etc etc,) My case is a weird one: I have never had any issues while working as a nurse. In fact, I am a new nurse. I graduated nursing school in missouri, then moved to FL. Applied to take NCLEX and they told me I needed to go in front of board, since I answered truthfully about being in recovery. They approved me to take NCLEX, provided I go to IPN. (Essentially I was participating in IPN before I was even licensed.) They gave me a 5 year contract. Long story short, I took boards and passed, and I now have a FL license. I do not have a narcotics restriction, but I cannot work home health, over times or float.
My question: At what point do I inform the prospective employer that I am in IPN? I have not been putting it on applications. Do I wait and tell them after the interview before I leave? I am aware IPN participation is a red flag to many but I do not give up easily. I am willing to be humble and honest, and let them know that I do have a past, but I am no longer that person. If anyone takes a chance on me, they won't regret it. I just want to work and I am so unsure of when/how to broach subject.
I have had several call backs and have two interviews monday.
