QUESTION: Can I still go into a nursing career if...
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I'm interested in nursing, but I have a felony and went to jail for a car accident. Since I've been out, I've been looking for a career in what I might like to do. I want to know if I can still work for this trade or if there is a problem because I have a felony. Can I still get a job in this field? Thank you for your time.
-- R.B.
Dear R.B.,
We spoke to Susan Groenwald, the president of The Chamberlain School of Nursing, about your question. Here's what she had to say:
"Hiring those with felony records depends on the policy of each individual school. Details such as the type of charge, the length of time since the conviction, and what restitution the individual paid may also be factored in. A felony may inhibit the individual from completing their clinical requirements as clinical facilities have strict guidelines and conduct thorough background checks prior to accepting a student into a clinical program."
Take a look at our Health Care resources for some more information on nursing programs. And contact schools that may interest you for some more information on their particular policies regarding the matter. During the application process you usually get a chance to explain yourself in a personal statement so be sure to take the time to perfect your statement. And don't give up on your dream. Start your research today at CollegeSurfing.
Best of luck!
Amanda Fornecker, Staff Writer, The CollegeBound Network
-- R.B.
Dear R.B.,
We spoke to Susan Groenwald, the president of The Chamberlain School of Nursing, about your question. Here's what she had to say:
"Hiring those with felony records depends on the policy of each individual school. Details such as the type of charge, the length of time since the conviction, and what restitution the individual paid may also be factored in. A felony may inhibit the individual from completing their clinical requirements as clinical facilities have strict guidelines and conduct thorough background checks prior to accepting a student into a clinical program."
Take a look at our Health Care resources for some more information on nursing programs. And contact schools that may interest you for some more information on their particular policies regarding the matter. During the application process you usually get a chance to explain yourself in a personal statement so be sure to take the time to perfect your statement. And don't give up on your dream. Start your research today at CollegeSurfing.
Best of luck!
Amanda Fornecker, Staff Writer, The CollegeBound Network
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Tweet This!Hi Stacey,
Glad to see you're thinking about getting your degree and since you've already decided what you want to do, you're halfway there. Now, it's just a matter of finding a nursing program in your area that will suit your needs best. Take a look at some of our nursing articles to see how others have gotten into the field.
And the nervous feeling is perfectly normal. Many people go through the same exact thing. Check out this article about a woman who was in a similar situation and got back to school.
Good luck!!
--Amanda Fornecker, Staff Writer, The CollegeBound Network
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by Stacey Anderson submitted on May 31, 2007