Can I Be a Nurse if I Have a Hearing Loss?

Absolutely! The ADA Amendments specify that mitigating measures or devices such as hearing aids cannot be considered in determining whether a person has an impairment that…read more

How Can I Master Clinical Skills if I Have Impaired Vision?

Please explore our website for resources in regard to education, advocacy, and work. You may already know about national organizations providing assistance for people with impaired vision…read more

Can I Be a Nurse if My Vision is Impaired?

Absolutely, you can be a nurse if you have a visual disability. You may have been told that you could not be a nurse, but NOND…read more

Can I Be a Nurse if I Have a Mental Health Condition?

Yes, the ADA Amendments specify that mitigating measures such as medications cannot be considered in determining whether a person has an impairment that substantially limits…read more

How Can I Find a Nursing Job if I Stutter?

Please explore our website for resources: For protection, advocacy, and legal assistance, contact your state National Disability Rights Network. Be sure to click on your state…read more

I Can No Longer Physically Complete the Clinical Portion of a Refresher Course?

Work with your refresher program and the Disability Services Officer to look for clinical settings where you could display your skill proficiency, taking into account…read more

Can I Be a Nurse if I Have a History of Chemical Dependency (Drugs or Alcohol)?

If you no longer actively use drugs or alcohol, you may qualify as disabled. Below are some specific suggestions on organizations and resources to increase…read more

If I Use a Wheelchair, How Can I Care for Patients with Contact Precautions?

If you are a student, is the nursing program willing to accept your theoretical knowledge of the skill and a learning laboratory demonstration of your…read more

If I Use a Wheelchair, How Can I Complete a Student Rotation in the Operating Suite?

First of all, does the nursing program absolutely require this rotation or could you meet learning objectives in another setting that would be less difficult…read more

As a Nurse or Nursing Student Using a Wheelchair, How Can I Perform a “Head-to-Toe” Physical Exam?

You also may ask your patient to sit in a chair or non-rolling stool for part of the exam, lower the table or bed so…read more