reinstated license after suspension

ZASHAGALKA, RN · May 29, 2006

IF your license is being fully re-instated: I KNOW you don't HAVE to tell prospective employers about the horrible last 2 yrs; but I would.

I wouldn't for every employer down the road, but this first one is going to need to help you 'ease' back into nursing, including an orientation period.

Maybe not with EVERY interview, but I'd try being frank about your situation w/ a FEW of them.

That is the crux of the problem, isn't it? You will apparently have a license for years and yet, you need a more extensive orientation. How do you explain that away? Well, I'd try being honest.

I think many employers don't want to deal w/ the restrictions of a diversion program. But, you are about to be off that program. Surely, some employer will give you chance.

Maybe I'm naive, but it can't hurt to try it on at least a few of your job interviews.

~faith,

Timothy.

bclily · May 29, 2006

Thanks so much for your comments. I agree with the honest path.

Namaste'

dance_200 · Jun 5, 2006

keep your head up and remember your not the only nurse out there going through this.

TazziRN, RN · Jun 5, 2006

facilities may be more willing to hire you when there are no restrictions from diversion on your license: worksite monitor, limited narcaccess, etc. good luck.

Gromit · Jun 5, 2006

Agreed, if you have no restrictions, you really shouldn't have TOO much trouble. Try larger facilities, they tend to have more shortages, but whatever you do, be honest, and don't be too eager to volunteer info, but answer the questions (yeah I know, I don't have to say any of that, you know that already) -I hope it works out for you. Nothing worse than not being able to do what you trained for and or want.