Tx BON enforcement-help!

[Nurse1113]

I have 2 criminal charges on my record from time PRIOR to becoming a nurse. I completed my "recovery" program through my initial licensing state without complications. Have since been licensed in another state without any issues. Now, applying for licensure in TX is causing a major headache. >30 days into my temporary license, I receive a letter and email saying my case has to be sent to enforcement... Ok no big deal. Then they throw the "90 days minimum" at me which will extend past my temporary license's expiration date. I've called and they won't tell me crap until the 90 days is up. I have roughly 30 days left until my temp expires and I was wondering- if I change my legal residence back to where I hold a license that's part of a compact state- can I practice under this or is this frowned upon? Really don't want to lose my job or be off for an unknown period of time. Any tips are appreciated!!! HELP!

[TheCommuter, BSN, RN]

A compact nursing license is similar to a drivers license: the privilege of practicing in a state that has not been declared your legal residence is legal only for 30 days.

For instance, let's assume my legal residence is in Arizona, but I relocate to Texas. Both TX and AZ are part of the Nursing Licensure Compact. Once I relocate to Texas, I can practice under my Arizona compact nursing license for a legal maximum of 30 days. Thereafter, I will need a TX nursing license to continue practicing legally in TX.

It's the same concept as a drivers license: I can drive in any other state as a guest for a legal maximum of 30 days, but once I've settled in a new state to live, I must take steps to obtain a drivers license in my new state of residence.

[syfa]

I am having the same issue. I was detained by Immigration 15 years ago. I was never tried never even went to court. I have been a legal resident for 6 years now. I have a license in PA that i endorsed in TX. My application was sent to enforcement meanwhile i got hired just 1 month after moving here. Its my dream job! If i have to wait 90 days it means i would not be able to practice for at least a month. I keep ob calling them but NOBODY can give me a steaight answer. Am soooooo upset!