Felony Guide

Are you able to obtain a nursing license if you have felony conviction for drugs?

It is very difficult to work in a medical field with a felony conviction. The lower level felonies are less damaging. However, because you do have to be licensed and you are given access to vulnerable people, they are pretty strict about who they hire.

It is not impossible but very unlikely. I know that you cannot be an EMT with a felony conviction (at least not in Illinois).
The more time you can put between the felony and your job hunt the better. If that is your dream, work in another field for awhile, get some experience to prove that you have changed your life. That all helps. Also, inquire at some hospitals, their policies differ. Good luck!