Do you have any restrictions on your RN or NP license?
At some point during your interview process, your interviewer will ask a point-blank yes or no answer on any restrictions you have on your license or if you have had any malpractice claims during your career. You need to be open and honest as you answer this question because any discrepancies you have will be uncovered during the credentialing process if you are hired for this role. If you have had restrictions on your license, you'll want to be very clear about the timing and resolution of those restrictions. Word also travels fast in the healthcare community, so be sure to be honest and upfront about your past.
"Back in 2006, I had a short-term restriction on my RN license in the state of Oregon while our entire nursing team was being reviewed. This was cleared up within 30 days, and I was released from all restrictions. This should no longer affect my license in any state, and my Washington RN license is current."
"I have never had any restrictions on my state RN license, and I am currently in the process of obtaining my Advanced Practice Nurse Prescriber license in the state. That would be a very challenging experience to go through."
"In my four years as an RN, and now ten more years as an NP, I have never had any restrictions on my license. I want to say that I am well versed in policy and procedures and can assist any staff that is under review on how to professionally navigate these circumstances."
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Anonymous Answer
None. In Texas state, I know that I have certain restrictions as provided by law that I am to comply with as an NP.
Rachelle's Feedback
Good! To the point and helpful.
Anonymous Answer
No, I have never had any restrictions on any license I have held.
Rachelle's Feedback
Good answer - straightforward and to the point :)
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