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    Worried about background check for hospital cna job

    KCMnurse replied to Ashyar88's topic in Licensure: Criminal History

    You have to answer the question clearly. If the felony conviction you have involves healthcare the answer to the question is 'Yes.' Did you have a lawyer? You can seek their advice. Honesty is usually...
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    Misdemeanor Issue?

    KCMnurse replied to Neckstrong08's topic in Licensure: Criminal History

    If you are applying for nursing school you have no need to report this to the BON yet - they are interested in licensed nurses or those just about to take the NCLEX. You can make an inquiry with the...
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    U.S citizen, opinion on doing BSN in India or New york?

    KCMnurse replied to jessiereehal's topic in Nursing Career

    The time and effort it takes to pass a chemistry class (if you need it) will be minimal compared to the time and money you will spend to gain a US license as a foreign educated nurse. Getting...
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    License through endorsement with criminal background

    KCMnurse replied to Nurse2B_88's topic in Licensure: Criminal History

    I am confused - "There are 6 states in CA that do not conduct background checks to obtain a license." I am assuming that by CA you are talking about the state of California? Or do you mean Canada by...
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    In need of honest feedback

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

    If you have read any of the other posts on this site you will know that no two cases are the same. The BON's are fickle and do as they please depending on how they feel that day. It would seem your...
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    Is it worth it?

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

    No-one can answer that for you with certainty. Check with your BON and the school you are interested in first. If they give you the go ahead, there is still no guarantee that you will not have to jump...
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    Criminal Charge in Virginia

    KCMnurse replied to KRodriguez211's topic in Licensure: Criminal History

    Contact your board of nursing and ask them. They may have information on their website. Since it is old you may be OK. But really on the BON can answer that, best to check it out now and put your mind...
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    Disorderly Conduct

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

    Having a mother with Lewy Body dementia I can wholeheartedly agree with roser13. Your mother's claims could render significant damage to your career. Particularly if she is like my mom, and can create...
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    Job corps

    KCMnurse replied to Sam_mariee's topic in Nursing Career

    No they offer CNA and maybe LPN. The program is generally too short for an RN
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    BON investigation process... CONFUSED

    KCMnurse replied to Nurse08grad's topic in Nurses Recovery

    First of all I am not a lawyer and therefore cannot give you legal advice. Second - breathe.... the wheels of the BON turn slowly, but I think it's highly unlikely you will be arrested unless there is...
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    Reported to the BON

    KCMnurse replied to SoundofMusic's topic in Advanced Practice

    Thank you for sharing. I have been through a similar storm and I completely understand the emotional toll this takes. I found myself nodding along to everything you said. I too learned a lot through...
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    California BRN Disciplinary Citation

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

    What they
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    NCLEX application petty theft help

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

    No-one can really say what will happen. But we do know that you must be completely honest when completing your NCLEX application, any omission or falsification will set you up for trouble. You can...
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    Voluntary surrender

    KCMnurse replied to thatonenurse14's topic in General Nursing

    Just as others have suggested - do what you can to get legal representation. No-one knows with certainty what your BON will do but voluntarily surrendering should be an absolute last resort. That is...
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    When patients keep calling 911

    KCMnurse replied to JJ the crit RN's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    My mother did this a few months after she moved into a residential care home. Her complaints ranged from straight out abuse, needing to speak to the queen, to being starved to death... Not fun for the...
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    Suboxone treatment

    KCMnurse replied to Heynurse29's topic in Nurses Recovery

    You have a lot going on. While I cannot provide you with legal advice, I would highly recommend that you seek legal counsel. The BON is not your friend and by not being honest and forthright you...
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    Calling off on two week notice?

    KCMnurse replied to Kalypso22's topic in General Nursing

    I don't think you are obligated to attend the benefit until you are an 'official' employee. At best you will smile and shake some hands - you have years to build a rapport with these folks. Leave on...
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    Need advice, transgender nurse on probation

    KCMnurse replied to Sweetheart RN's topic in Nurses Recovery

    All I can say is wow! You have been through so much, I commend your ability to keep your eye on the prize and fight your way over every obstacle put in your way. I don't have any job advice but I am...
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    HELP - falsely accused for diversion of meds

    KCMnurse replied to aberg22's topic in General Nursing

    Just because your employer says they will report you to the BON does not mean that they will. If they investigated and have no concrete evidence against you then the likelihood of them reporting you...
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    Animal Cuddles at the Hospital? Yes Please!

    KCMnurse replied to Bridgid Joseph's topic in General Nursing

    My husband was recently hospitalized for a couple of days. A volunteer brought in a therapy dog to visit with us. We are not really 'dog people' but I have to say it was soothing to pet the dog and...
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    Chinese births in U.S. hospitals?

    KCMnurse replied to Plumrose15153's topic in General Nursing

    I have seen it all. Even had a mom get on a plane from Africa post PROM with a cerclage holding her twins in place till she landed and sought medical help 24 hours later.... I have no problem with...
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    Be honest: do you feel valued by your employer?

    KCMnurse replied to sunnyskies9's topic in General Nursing

    Is there a love
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    Nursing Boards control of Nurses

    KCMnurse replied to Cougar1113's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    This case is one that I am sure many nursing schools will use as an example of what NOT to do with your social media account. While the nurse in question may have originally been venting to her...
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    I really do feel depressed about the situation

    KCMnurse replied to NurseEnvision's topic in General Nursing

    You really need to do whatever you can to lift your mood. If you need to seek professional help - do that. Your parents love you and want to protect you. You're an adult now and can make your own...
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    Inane scripting

    KCMnurse replied to Jedrnurse's topic in General Nursing

    The most annoying part of any visit to