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    Is my license suspended immediately after I self-report an arrest?

    KCMnurse replied to c.dom's topic in Licensure: Criminal History

    I am by no means an expert and your legal counsel is your best advocate in this situation. I seriously doubt that you can walk away from this situation unscathed. You will have to explain first and...
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    Does Hospital Leadership and Policy Promote Working When Sick?

    KCMnurse replied to J.Adderton's topic in General Nursing

    This issue is not a new one and in my experience nurses are often conflicted about calling out sick. I recall soldiering into work sick to work in the newborn nursery. My boss made it clear that I...
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    Interesting case of the spilled pills

    KCMnurse posted a topic in General Nursing

    This case intrigued me. Let me know what you think regarding the decision to fish wasted tablets out of the sharps container......
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    Interesting case of the spilled pills

    KCMnurse replied to KCMnurse's topic in General Nursing

    I was astounded at the idea of shaking the sharps container until the pills fell out. Something tells me this is not the first time they did something like
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    Bringing infant on job search...

    KCMnurse replied to katie1twin's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    I completely understand where you are coming from. I have been in that position where we moved to a new location, I knew no-one and was job searching. I applied for one position and they called me in...
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    DWI Felony & Licensure

    KCMnurse replied to nycmoon's topic in Licensure: Criminal History

    I believe you can self report in most states. Since you already know what is headed your way, the sooner you start on the monitoring program the faster you are out. Better to self-report than wait for...
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    Where to start?

    KCMnurse replied to Strongnurse50's topic in Nurses Recovery

    lawyer up and get a drug test ASAP - urine and
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    Seeking Advice

    KCMnurse replied to lcc010's topic in General Nursing

    Are you SURE this won't have a negative impact on your license? Many states require that terminations be reported to the Board. That does not necessarily mean that action will be taken. Talking to an...
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    DWI Pending Case

    KCMnurse replied to nycmoon's topic in Nurses Recovery

    No point delaying the inevitable. I am assuming that you have consulted an attorney that specializes in dealing with the
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    Very scared, reported to board of nursing, trying to land new employment

    KCMnurse replied to ILRN23's topic in General Nursing

    Without knowing all the details your situation makes little sense. However, you have made the first important move by retaining legal representation, I hope they are familiar with dealing with the BON...
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    Denied application in CA... should I appeal or go to another state (Virginia)??

    KCMnurse replied to Draper11's topic in Licensure: Criminal History

    Sorry to hear about your experience. I would suggest lawyering up. Applying to another state, will likely produce the same results as you have now - or worse. They may not allow you to test at all....
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    Should I, should I not?

    KCMnurse replied to Brittanycooper98's topic in Licensure: Criminal History

    Congratulations on turning things around and chasing your goals. First stop should be your board of nursing website to see what they have to say about applicants with criminal history. Felonies can...
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    Plea deal with felonies dropped

    KCMnurse replied to Vinya23's topic in Licensure: Criminal History

    These types of charges may be difficult when it comes to dealing with the BON. Definitely lawyer up, get all and every document associated with your case and pray for mercy. Expunged charges are still...
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    What to do?? A whole BOX of crazy!!!

    KCMnurse replied to prettywishes's topic in General Nursing

    I applaud your ethics, but right now you need to look out for number 1 - YOU! A month is too long, she will make your life miserable as you count down the days. Let her know your school schedule has...
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    Manager Seeking Revenge on New Nurse

    KCMnurse replied to Nurse Beth's topic in Career Advice Column

    Exit interview is the perfect time to memorialize your experience with your highly unprofessional manager. Good luck in your new
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    If the PA BON denies me, will my current BON be notified

    KCMnurse replied to jlambirt's topic in Licensure: Criminal History

    Most applications/renewals ask if you have been denied anywhere else. Honesty is the best policy. Weigh up how badly you want to move to
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    New nurse with prior arrest, waiting on licensure from NJ BON

    KCMnurse replied to jaclynmarie88's topic in Licensure: Criminal History

    Sadly, the BON marches to the beat of its own drum while you are left dangling in the wind. A nursing attorney won't hurt and could represent you in front of the Board, if it comes down to that. If...
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    graduated nursing school with an ADN. Then got charged with shoplifting. is my life over?

    KCMnurse replied to misspleasehelpme's topic in Licensure: Criminal History

    If you are scheduled to test in March focus on that so you can pass the first time. Unless you hear otherwise from the BON you are still eligible to test. Now your license may not be immediately...
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    Dose BON check school records ?

    KCMnurse replied to Jasminex's topic in Licensure: Criminal History

    Uh ..um..yes they will check - everything. Watching TV shows about nursing does not make you a nurse. Just like watching planes take off at the airport does not make me a
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    KY Board of Nursing PN

    KCMnurse replied to Klm4097's topic in Licensure: Criminal History

    Unfortunately, none of us can say how long the process will take. The board of nursing moves in mysterious ways and have their own timelines - which can vary widely. In your favor is the fact that you...
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    Employer Unable to Contact References. Now What?

    KCMnurse replied to Newgurl17's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    This can come up and I usually try to have a back-up or two in the case that a reference cannot be contacted. It may not be the fault of the person you listed as a reference. I have been asked to...
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    I need help

    KCMnurse replied to Strugglingwnursing's topic in Nursing Career

    I don't think nursing is for you. Seems like you would benefit from doing some self-reflection and deciding what you can tolerate for more than a week until you get your 'dream
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    Illinois holding license due to 3 traffic related arrests from over 13 years ago.

    KCMnurse replied to Arghsoupset's topic in Licensure: Criminal History

    Congratulations on passing the NCLEX! I would recommend that you collect as much information as possible on the charges, court records, etc... start getting letters of recommendation stating what a...
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    I survived the Board of Nursing

    KCMnurse replied to KCMnurse's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    If you haven't already done so, find a lawyer that has experience with the Board of Nursing. It may be too late to get malpractice insurance if you don't already have it. Just because the DON says...
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    reported to board for HIPAA violation

    KCMnurse replied to rnlife365's topic in HIPAA Challenges

    How can they ask you about prospective employers? I know the BON marches to it's own beat but if you are not currently employed, you could potentially have dozens of prospective employers. Are they...