Can you become a nurse with a DUI?

Yes, you can become a nurse with a DUI, although it does create additional challenges. It is important to note that this is related to a misdemeanor DUI; if there are additional charges, you could be disqualified from working as a nurse. It is dependent on your specific case and circumstances.

For someone with a misdemeanor DUI conviction, that should not stop you from being a nurse. It may create hurdles that can be difficult to cross. There may be some programs that do not accept you because of your DUI, but not every program will. Similarly, there may be some hospitals and businesses that do not hire you because of it.

There are some factors that affect finding work with a DUI. It depends on when this DUI occurred, if it was a long time ago, it is less likely that this has a negative effect on your job prospects, but a recent DUI could be much more difficult to overcome.