How RN Guardian Membership Can Help Nursing Students with a DUI

How RN Guardian Membership Can Help Nursing Students with a DUI Driving under the influence, or DUI, is a serious offense that can have severe consequences for those charged with it. This is especially true for nursing students, who may find that their ability to obtain a nursing license is impacted by a DUI conviction. …

Texas Nursing Board and Understanding How DUIs Affect Nursing Licenses

Texas Nursing Board and Understanding How DUIs Affect Nursing Licenses As nurses, you are the backbone of the healthcare system, providing vital medical care and support to patients across a wide range of settings. To ensure the safety and quality of healthcare, the Texas Nursing Board is responsible for regulating nursing licenses in the state. …

From Conviction to Compassion: Can You Nurse Your Way to Redemption?

Applying to nursing school is a daunting task, which can be even harder if you have a prior conviction. It’s normal to feel discouraged and uncertain about pursuing your dream of becoming a nurse. However, a prior conviction does not necessarily mean that you will be denied entry into nursing school. In fact, many individuals …

Is Disclosure of Prior Convictions Necessary in Nursing School Applications?

Aspiring nursing students may be concerned about whether or not they should disclose their prior convictions when applying to nursing school. While this can be a difficult decision to make, it is important to understand the impact that prior convictions can have on nursing school applications and the ethical considerations surrounding disclosure. Ethical Considerations for …

Is It Worth It to Get Your DUI Expunged?

  If you are a nurse with a DUI conviction, we need to talk. You might be on probation or not allowed to work at all. If it happened long enough ago that you are back to work, you may still have this cloud hanging over you. Or maybe you recently finished nursing school, and …

Don’t Let a Holiday Party Get You in Trouble

  The holidays are a magical mix of fun and enthusiasm. Holiday parties are a great time to let loose and enjoy the excitement. However, as an RN, celebrating too hard might just get you in trouble. It’s estimated that during Christmas and the two days around it, there are roughly 32 accidents a day …

What Texas Nurses Need to Know About DUIs

  If you have recently been arrested for a DUI, you are probably already aware that your career is now on the line. States have different laws and penalties for DUIs, as does each state’s Board of Nursing (BON.) If you are a nurse working in Texas, you need to know about DUIs and what …