Indiana BON probation withdrawal

[RN2010A]

I have been on probation since 2019 for diversion in 2018. I immediately started ISNAP and it took the BON 1.5 yr to get to my case in which they placed me on probation. I was fortunate that my employer worked with me and moved me away from bedside into a non patient role. I have been in the same position since then and have no plans to leave. I love my position and my employer. In 2018, I also had charges brought against me from the state, went through the court system, paid a fine, and charges were dismissed. I have remained in good standing since then. I completed ISNAP in 2021 and because of life, I never got around to submitting for withdrawal of probation with BON until this year. Honestly, it was the farthest from my mind because it wasn't holding me back from anything. Beginning of this year, I submitted for withdrawal and have been waiting. It's finally getting close to time for my hearing and I am being asked to submit "exhibits" and/or "witnesses" for my case. Can anyone tell me what are some things I should be submitting? I already submitted what the BON required of me, ie: education about diversion and ethical practices, etc. I assume ISNAP submitted my completion but don't know for sure. Who would I take with me? For anyone who has gone through this process, how was this hearing for you? TIA

[ER4LifeMS4now]

Honestly, you're in a pretty solid place—you've done the hard part already (completing ISNAP, staying in good standing, keeping steady employment). What the Board wants to see now is that you're stable, safe, and supported. "Exhibits" and "witnesses" just mean: show us proof and bring people who can vouch for you.

 

For exhibits:

 

Completion records – If you can, get a copy of your ISNAP completion certificate/letter (don't assume they'll pull it up themselves).

Employer letter(s) – A strong letter from your supervisor or HR stating how long you've worked there, that you've been compliant, reliable, and are an asset in your current role.

Proof of CEUs/education – You already did diversion/ethics education, but gather any certificates or transcripts so it's organized.

Personal statement – Short, direct letter from you summarizing what happened, what you learned, how your practice has changed, and why you're safe now. Keep it humble, but steady—don't over-apologize, just show accountability and growth.

 

 

For witnesses:

 

Your current supervisor (if they're willing) is gold. Someone who can say, "She's trustworthy, dependable, and has excelled here without incident.”

A colleague/mentor who knows your work ethic and character now.

If you have a therapist, sponsor, or counselor who can attest to your continued stability, that can help too.

 

 

The hearing itself isn't meant to re-punish you—it's more like: prove you've done the work, show you're safe to practice without oversight, and that you've got support in place. Go in calm, organized, and with your documents neatly labeled. Don't downplay what happened, but keep the focus on how you've rebuilt since 2018.

 

Bottom line: stack the deck with anything that proves consistency, reliability, and support. You've been living the proof—you just need to package it so the Board can see it clearly.

[SheelaDavis]

Unfortunately, you have to submit a bunch of ********. No nurse should have to submit anything when their time is done!. This is the very purpose of a monitoring program. They are MONTORING you and have monitored you ongoing which proves you are good to go when the time is done. There shouldn't be a grand finale for the BON or any BON. What a piece of **** BONs are.