When a Registered Nurse is accused of misconduct, either by law enforcement or through a hospital complaint, the common “first step” from the Board of Registered Nursing is to send the RN a letter offering the chance to participate in the Board’s Intervention Program. Previously referred to as the “Diversion program,” the Board of
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Getting a BRN Accusation Dismissed
By John Bishop on
Posted in California Nurse Licensing
When an Accusation is filed against a Registered Nurse in California, usually the nurse’s first reaction is “how can I get this off my record?” The presence of an Accusation on the Board’s website causes uncomfortable questions at work, it can make getting a new job far more difficult, and the Accusation itself often contains…
RN Accused of Narcotics Discrepancies Given Public Reproval
By Fredrick Ray on
Posted in California Nurse Licensing, Case Results
A Board of Registered Nursing case against an RN who was accused of discrepancies in the handling of controlled substances was resolved by negotiation for an order of public reproval, also known as a public reprimand. A public reproval involves no probation conditions and will drop off of the RN’s license record after three years. …
Arrested? Strategies to Save Your Nursing License
By Fredrick Ray on
Posted in California Nurse Licensing
The flashing of squad car lights behind you as you drive home after having a few drinks. The knock at the door announcing the police. A hand on your shoulder as you leave the store. And then, that sinking feeling. Will I lose my nursing license? Here are some tips for California nurses for saving…
Another Great Review from a Registered Nurse Client
By John Bishop on
Posted in California Nurse Licensing
Recently we shared our insight about the professional consequences of getting a DUI for a California registered nurse. We wanted to share with you some recent feedback we received from a registered nurse who had the same struggles we discussed in our article:
From February 13, 2017:
“I am an RN who was convicted of…
The Danger of DUIs for a Registered Nurse
By John Bishop on
Posted in California Nurse Licensing
It only takes a split-second of bad judgment for a registered nurse to get behind the wheel of a car after consuming some alcohol, but the professional consequences can be severe and last a lifetime. Any nurse with a DUI arrest can attest to the painful, humiliating consequences of being dragged before a judge and…
Relief from Probation for Registered Nurses
By John Bishop on
Posted in California Nurse Licensing
We have successfully saved many RNs in California from license revocation after serious, lengthy Accusations were filed against them. As a consequence of a pattern of convictions or a serious mistake, RNs often have to serve a period of probation with the Board of Registered Nursing. The most common length of a probation term is…
RN Accused of Gross Negligence Avoids Probation
By Fredrick Ray on
Posted in California Nurse Licensing, Case Results
Earlier this year we were able to persuade the Board of Registered Nursing to drop its demand for a lengthy license probation and instead give a registered nurse a reprimand. Registered nurses are mandated reporters of abuse under California law. A reprimand, also known as a public reproval, does show on the license record but…
Registered Nurses Must Report Criminal Convictions and Other Adverse Actions or Face Discipline
By Fredrick Ray on
Posted in California Nurse Licensing
The California Board of Registered Nursing has made important changes to the duty of a nurse to report a criminal conviction or other license discipline and to cooperate with the Board’s investigation of that conviction. We have begun to see Board staff implement this new law in 2016.
Under Title 16 California Code of Regulations…
Nursing Board Consideration of Criminal Convictions Disclosed on License Applications
By John Bishop on
Posted in California Nurse Licensing
Because of our expertise and the sheer amount of material available on our website and blog, our office often hears from prospective registered nurses and licensed vocational nurses, sometimes even before they apply to nursing school. For young people considering a career in nursing, it’s never been more important to stay out of trouble before…