If you quit the Recovering Professional Program in SC, are you free to reinstate your nursing license after ten years?

[Nurse Beth, MSN]

Do you remember if you signed a monitoring agreement or contract? If so, where there consequences for not completing the program? 

If you quit the RPP program and waited ten years without any further disciplinary actions, and show signs of rehabilitation, you may to be able to reinstate your nursing license without direct interference from the RPP or South Carolina nursing board, but it's crucial to still contact the board to confirm the process and any potential requirements for reinstatement after such a long period; they may still request documentation regarding your rehabilitation and current competency. 

It'd be a good idea to prepare documents that attest to your character.

Key points to consider:

• Rehabilitation is key. Even after a significant time lapse, the board might still want evidence demonstrating that you've fully rehabilitated from the issues that led to your RPP participation. 
• Check specific regulations. Always consult the South Carolina Board of Nursing's official guidelines for the most up-to-date information on reinstating a lapsed license after leaving an RPP program. 
• Application process. To be reinstated, you must submit a complete application, fees, and supporting documentation, including details about your time since leaving the RPP program. 
• Potential for further review. Depending on the circumstances, the board may still choose to conduct further investigations or require additional evaluations before reinstating your license. 

You may want to consult a professional licensed defense lawyer in South Carolina. 

Best wishes!

Nurse Beth