Nursing Student Mistake

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Hello,

I was suspended from my nursing program (my last semester) in November of 2014 for failing a random drug screen at clinical site. I had taken my friends ADDERALL that week to write a paper and study for some exams. I did all of the requirements of the school to get back in the program. One year of aa/an/treatment and participated in random drug screens. Well fast forward to this upcoming semester, and my read mission was denied due to space availability. Since I am able to return, I can receive a letter of good standing from the university. I am attempting to apply at other local universities but am facing the possibility of having to completely start over. That is fine by me because I am 100% dedicated to becoming a nurse one day. However, my only concern is if I will have action taken against me by the nursing board. I would hate to start over and then have my reputation forever tarnished by my mistake. I am only 24 and still have a long ways to go before I can retire and have plans to one day further my nursing career. Honestly, I want this more than anything, but am I fighting a losing battle? Thanks for any responses. Also I typed this on my phone, I apologize for any grammatical errors.

Hi Wb003 I would like to talk to you about your post but privately. Did you do your evaluation in Texas?

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No, I did my evaluation in my hometown. Also, I don't know how to private message on here.

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Never tell them any more than what you absolutely have to. Don't volunteer any information. Let them ask questions, and answer as close to a yes or no answer as possible. You can explain the F's as an acute personal issue that caused you to take time away from your studies.

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Hi there, I just graduated from a ADN program in December from a technical college and they never asked any questions. I'm not sure if that is an option for you, but I know many who achieved getting there associates in nursing this way then transferred to a university afterwards.

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