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In case anyone was wondering, I think I found a loophole. LOL. Correct me if I’m wrong but if you become an NP, and get a certain amount of hours worked under a physician (in Illinois it’s 4000 hours), you gain complete autonomy. Which means you can open your own practice, be your own boss, and make your own rules. And you wouldn’t have to worry about a drug test.

Thank you all for your responses! I appreciate all the help ?

Hello, I’m about to start college this fall and my major is nursing. I plan to apply for a MMJ card relatively soon for my migraines. I live in Illinois where it is legal for recreational and medical use. I understand that the BON does not allow nurses to use marijuana, and employers are required to report a failed drug test to the board. I also understand that this still applies regardless of having a medical card, since it is illegal federally. I have a couple questions that I’m hoping someone on here can answer. If you tell your employer prior to being hired during the interview process that you have your medical card, will they report you? I know that not all places are the same but does anyone have any experience with this? I know a lot of places drug test on hire so I will definitely detox for the initial drug test.