Level two background check

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Specializes in Pediatrics, LTC, Internal Medicine, FP.

Hi guys, sorry for all the questions, I am just a mess, huh?

Well,

I am in IPN and recently been released to work. I had an interview the other day. The interview went great, and she had no issue with me being in IPN. She initiated a "level two background check " and I am awaiting that. This is the same background check that the nursing board did about a year ago when I applied for licensure. However, I have a question/concern about this level 2 background check. I have two old ARRESTS (not convictions) on my record from 2007 and 2009. They are from Missouri. The one in 2007 was just an arrest, and the 2009 was a second degree robbery that was NOT convicted. In missouri they have a sunshine law where I was given something called SIS probation. It means that if you serve the probation without any incident then you do not get convicted. I did so successfully and I was never convicted.

I am very worried about the level two check.

I know there is some sort of a disqualification list.. if I was only arrested and not convicted of the robbery, I wonder if I will be ok?

Also, this very same background check was done when i applied for nursing license here in FL. If it was on the disqualification list, wouldn't they have refused a license?

If anyone knows, It is greatly appreciated.

Thanks guys

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Specializes in Pediatrics, LTC, Internal Medicine, FP.

Well in case anyone cares, I got the news that I was deemed ineligible by ACHA.

I freaked out and called to find out what to do. They asked if I was already licensed by the BON. I let them know I was and they explained that I needed to fill out a form asking for exemption. They said the odds that I will get it will be pretty good. So I think the crisis might be averted?

Ill keep updating this thread, because although no one replied, I want to follow up in case someone is ever in the same boat. Its really helpful to read others experiences and if I can help someone then I will :)

*fingers crossed

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There was a nurse in my IPN group who had a felony and needed a level 2 background to work home health he did get an exemption. It wasn't a problem, just more paperwork. He is out of IPN now. I now it is has been done successfully. It sounds like your job wants you.

Good luck

Gabby

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Specializes in Pediatrics, LTC, Internal Medicine, FP.

Thanks for the reply.

Your comment gives me hope that things will be ok for me also.

I will update when I get response regarding exemption determination.

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