undocumented nursing students or graduates

[nofxdx]

Well for undocumented students who have gotten into competitive nursing programs and completed it and now find yourselves not knowing what to do, here is my story... I was brought to the U.S. at the very young age of 7, did great in school, high school, and got a full ride scholarship to college. Knowing that I was good in school, I was attracted to "hard" classes and programs. I took my pre-pharm classess and my prerequisistes for nursing school. I got into nursing school right away and managed to get into hospitals w/o any problems. The moment came where I had to take NCLEX and I couldn't bc of lack of proper documentation. I ended up doing construction under Arizona's hot summers for 2 years looking for ways to get a visa or even take NCLEX but all was a dead end. I prayed and fasted for 21 days asking Jesus Christ for that opportunity to take the exam; I was exponentially forgetting the material. I began searching again, fixated and not willing to give up when I found a state that was willing to give me the chance, the chance we all worked so hard for. I took NCLEX after 2 years and only 3 wks revewing. I took all 6 hours trying my hardest to answer ALL questions correct. I left the testign center feeling like everyone else, nauseous, worried, thinking of the two long years that have passed by and all the struggles I had to face just to take the exam. I did the PVT and got the good pop-up, I didn't tell anyone until I was 100% certain, paid the 8 dollars and there it was, a humble "PASS." To you, the undocumented student or graduate, there is hope. NEVER, NEVER, NEVER, give up, it's not a nurses quality.

[nursedreamjob]

Great story and good for you:) ! Congratulations on passing and become a nurse you had to work a million times harder just to get here. Kudos to you that shows you'll be a very special nurse

[dreamerRN610]

Congrats!

I am in the same boat! I just got my license 4 months ago! I am undocumented as well. Currently, I am trying to start a business as a health coach/ educator since that's my only option.

what are you planning to do now that you are a RN?

[dragon_lady]

Very touching story!Thanks for sharing and Congrats!You truly deserve your license and achievementS. God bless you

[nofxdx]

hey i am also a dreamer! i work for a private school coaching/teaching the cna program. i was never a fan of bedside so it suits me well. what state did you apply to? i did mine in ny

[max2012]

@nofxdx. hey i jst read ur post. I live in NY and am also a dreamer. have passed my NCLEX last nov. tried everything but cnt seem to get a break. jst wondering if u can give me an idea how you got the job/where to find?would really appreciate it.thnx so much.

[cdherrera]

I too am a dreamer! I just graduated with my BSN, but haven't found a way to take NCLEX. How did you do it?

[Cannary22, BSN]

Wow, you must feel so relieved, thank God and good luck to all you do.

[max2012]

@cd herrera.if u r in NYC area just apply. BON will not look into your undocumented status. pay all the fees and wait for your ATT. study hard and your all set. Good luck. You can do it!

[Silverdragon102, BSN]

Just be aware if undocumented you are at risk of deportation. BON's are getting to the state that as per Federal requirement proof of residency is required ie. US SSN, immigration status etc plus employers are required to ask this as part of the employment process

[Pisces223]

Your story really inspires me not to give up! I lost hope until I read your post online! Thankyou nofxdx!

Some of you guys said to take the exam in NY... I heard some states will let you take the exam but they won't give you your license until you provide them the documentation they want. Are there any special documentation need to bring to them?

[Silverdragon102, BSN]

Usual documentation to show the BON before a license is issued is that you are a US citizen or have legal right of abode like proof of immigrant visa or work visa