I'm a critical care travel RN with 8 years experience. I work in Cath Lab, ICU, PACU, ect... very diverse and profesional.
I started traveling to AK in 2011. 3 years after obtaining my license in the state of Alaska, the state board came after me for not reporting a DUI from 1999 when I was 19. Truthfully I just forgot and really didnt know I had to report it. From what I remember, the DA in 99 told me that after 3 years the incedent would be removed from my record, which unfortunately is not true.
So, I complied with AK state board, AKSB. I wrote them a letter, explained that I had forgetten about the DUI and bla bla bla. In turn, they fined me 2500$ and put a Hit on my license. *** right. I've tried talking to them to resolve this situation. Basically they just want my money and could care less wether they retain RNs to work there. Why would I continue to work in a state where they harass me?
I dont know if I should pay and be done with it, which to me is morally wrong and perputuating a social stigme that its OK to take advantage of people this way. A DUI 15 years ago when I was a kid has nothing to do with my nursing career. The AKSB should be investingating drug diversions.
Surrendering my license keeps me from paying the fine, but I'll never be able to work in AK again. Fine, with AKSB acting like this I will never work there again anyways or reccommend anyone to obtain a license there at this point.
Thoughts, Suggestions??????? please help me.....I dont know what to do and feel backed up against a wall...
So yes I have a red flag from this already. But, do I save myself money and dignity and just surrender my license? I'm sick and tired of bogus regulations against us at their will because they have all the power. It's not right
I did not sling insults FYI....you accused be of being a liar and not accepting my past which isn't true. Every state and every hospital knows I got a DWAI when I was a kid in 1999. I'm still working at a prestigious hospital caring for patients as I do best thank you very much!
I would be willing to hazard a guess that surrendering that license will have an impact elsewhere. Since you stated you have licenses in other states, make some calls and ask unofficially. Or seek the advice of an attorney who is experienced in dealing with nursing boards. If it were me, I would try to mitigate the situation by paying the fine and doing whatever they want to place the license back in good standing. To me, that is cutting my losses as best I can. Yes, I agree with you that they are wrong and they are after money. But in the end, they hold the cards and you don't want to cut off your nose to spite your face.
I did not sling insults FYI....you accused be of being a liar and not accepting my past which isn't true. Every state and every hospital knows I got a DWAI when I was a kid in 1999. I'm still working at a prestigious hospital caring for patients as I do best thank you very much!
Oh dear God! You were not a kid, take responsibility for your actions. Do you really not see how you're coming across?? You continue to lay the blame on the BON, did you want them to deny your application when you first applied? You screwed up, multiple times, and continue to think you've been wronged.
Is the permanent ding on your license from this or something else? And I never said you were a liar, I said you lied on the form. There is a difference. But since you seem to be relishing the victim persona I don't know that you would understand the difference.
As I and others have said, you're better off just paying the fine, especially with the info that you already have discipline marks on your license. Good luck.
The hit is from this on my AK license. Seriously a 19yo is a kid. Any adult would know that. Now please, you obviously don't get what I'm talking about and or get it so keep to yourself.
The hit is from this on my AK license. Seriously a 19yo is a kid. Any adult would know that. Now please, you obviously don't get what I'm talking about and or get it so keep to yourself.
No, a 19 year old is an adult. They can sign contracts, join the military or get married. That makes you an adult. Yes there are immature 19 year olds but that doesn't mean they aren't adults, they are, which makes them and only them responsible for their actions.
And I'm sorry but just because you started the thread doesn't mean you get to dictate what is said.
I would be willing to hazard a guess that surrendering that license will have an impact elsewhere. Since you stated you have licenses in other states, make some calls and ask unofficially. Or seek the advice of an attorney who is experienced in dealing with nursing boards. If it were me, I would try to mitigate the situation by paying the fine and doing whatever they want to place the license back in good standing. To me, that is cutting my losses as best I can. Yes, I agree with you that they are wrong and they are after money. But in the end, they hold the cards and you don't want to cut off your nose to spite your face.
Yes I did talk to an attorney in CA. She was insightful, but as I've found out....every state is totally governed by themselves and attorneys only represent in that state. AK has no one for me to talk too. It's very frustrating. An alert or surrender is reviewed individually by each state. I think my case is very defendable. But, yes it could come back negatively to me. There's also a small chance federally the national board could take action. Which I would like to think is slim, but now I'm founding out that these regulatory boards are just out to make money, and we all can thank CA for paving the way in that department.
So, do I just suck it up and continue to let these agencies take advantage of us, or do the right thing and walk away from them?
Is this a fight that you are prepared to engage in at this time? Employment attorneys have advised me about being "right" in the past. They basically have told me, well, do you want to work? or would you rather fight with someone who has more money and time to waste than you? Perhaps you can pay the fines, etc., and then pursue an administrative action after the fact. Unless you wanted to move to AK permanently and wanted to work there, I don't see the practicality in dealing with this any more than you have to. That's just how I see it.
I hate that you are right. Arg!!!!! No I don't want to live in Ak permnately. I would like to know that someone maybe might have a glimmer of hope and dignity to stop this harassment of RNs. Anyone?
Specializes in Critical Care, ED, Cath lab, CTPAC,Trauma.
I hate that you are right. Arg!!!!! No I don't want to live in Ak permnately. I would like to know that someone maybe might have a glimmer of hope and dignity to stop this harassment of RNs. Anyone?
I am sorry you are going through this...but it isn't always the best path to burn a bridge that you may need to follow in the future.
It is never a good idea to surrender your license in any state...and yes it will follow you. You do need to find and speak with an attorney ....go to this site for assistance TAANA Executive Office - Home
The BON is not your friend and you do NOT want to make them angry...it's thier game and they have all the toys.
I am going too move this to criminal history forum....there are nurses there who may be able to better advise. It is a moderated forum so you will see a slight delay in posts/responses
Specializes in Critical Care, ED, Cath lab, CTPAC,Trauma.
So you lied about having a felony, got caught and was given a very reasonable punishment. Now all you can do is blame it on the BON?? I do not understand that thinking. You are very lucky, a lot of people with DUIs aren't allowed into nursing school or allowed to take the boards. So if you had been honest from the start you might not be a nurse right now.
So what I would do is pay the fine and thank your lucky stars you still have your license. And please take a look at how you responded to this situation. Blaming everyone but you and threatening to take your license and run is a very impulsive and childish decision. It's not easy dealing with these situations, but they make us stronger in long run. Good luck.
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So yes I have a red flag from this already. But, do I save myself money and dignity and just surrender my license? I'm sick and tired of bogus regulations against us at their will because they have all the power. It's not right