congrats on your sobriety, and all you have accomplised in sobriety. I remember those early days of recovery when I thought my life was over- truth is life as I knew it was over and the life I live today had just begun.
In answer to your question- the california BRN is very through in it's background checks. When dealing with the boards honesty is the best policy- here's why if you omit telling you it may be seen as being evasive and dishonest. The job of the board is to insure public safety so they want to know if the nurses they certify are people of good character. When you fill out your application there is a place to include letters and explanations. You must disclose your legal record but you can include letters from your sponsor regarding your recovery program, time sober etc..... This can only help you! In cases like yours that I have seen it many are granted a license then they are place on probation for one to 5 years - you can stiil work - in fact they want you to. but they may require a period of random Urine testing and participation in a nurse support group. Trust in your Higher Power and more will be revealed.
Hope this helps
Hppy





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