jerry.hockman

It wasnt considered a misdemeanor or a felony. I was given a non traffic citation and it was listed as a summary offense which is below the two. I understand the moral turpitude issue and it makes sense. The thing I dont understand is why they even offer me a job or conduct an interview when I clearly list this on my application. As for sitting for the NCLEX, I do plan to have it expunged.

Hey guys, Im running into an issue and need advice... I am currently a nursing student and have applied for a few jobs in group homes etc.. in 2010 I was cited for retail theft and plead guilty thinking itd just be over and done with.. (I was a stupid teenager that made a horrible mistake, please spare me the comments on being a horrible person, I beat myself up over it enough) anyhow, I filled out the apllications and was honest when asked about my record.. most ask about felonies and misdemeanors, some ask for everything. I was offered jobs on the spot and then they checked my record and it came back with a summary offense and they said they CANT hire me. Is this a state law in PA or are they all just looking at me like im a criminal? I got into nursing school. Why cant I get a job? I will obviously have this expunged next year but any insight in the meantime would be AWESOME! Thank you!!

What happens with expunged offenses? They can't see those can they?

It definitely wasn't a felony. It was as low as you can get haha. I'm hoping for the best.

Hey guys, I have completed all my pre nursing classes and am eager to get going with my schooling. I do have one concern though. I made a STUPID mistake when I was young, dumb and rebelling. I made the mistake of shoplifting. I was around some bad influences and... yeah. You dont need the whole story, but, I ended up with a "Non-Traffic Citation" / Summary offense. I am so worried that my dreams are going to be crushed when I go to apply and it somehow shows up. I have been sick to my stomach over this and literally cant sleep because Im so stressed that a STUPID mistake as a young adult will prevent me from my calling. Nursing is so important to me and its not just a dream but I feel it is what Im meant to do. Can anyone help me?? Has anyone been in this situation? Please, any advice would be much appreciated! Good Luck to all the nursing students out there!!

I was in the same boat as you. Im a good student with great study habits. Two semesters ago I took A&P 1 and FAILED. I was devastated and discouraged. I couldn't comprehend what my professor was teaching and learned nothing. Last semester I retook it. I got an A and was exempt from the final because my grade was so high. Sometimes its just the teaching methods of the professor. Im a visual learner and my first professor just sat there and talked. My last one was fun, energetic, had lots of visuals, group activities, case studies and everything. She really broke it down and I learned so much! I loved it after that. DONT GIVE UP! Unless you dont think nursing is for you.