Nurses Need to Be Careful Using Social Media Social media sites such as Facebook, Twitter, Linked In, Instagram, nursing forums, etc. are very effective ways to connect with other people, network for business and keep up with friends and family.…
Nursing can be a very physically demanding occupation. Nurses frequently work in conditions that require many hours on their feet, the need to move or lift patients, long hours, late nights, and changing schedules. Some nurses find themselves experiencing chronic…
If you are seeking employment as a nurse, your potential employer is required to check the website of the OIG, or Office of Inspector General, to see if your name is on their exclusion list. If you are found on…
Drunk driving offenses have become much more serious in recent years. There is a social stigma attached to DUIs or DWIs and penalties are increasingly harsh. For Louisiana and Mississippi nurses, getting a DUI can also have a negative impact…
Should a Nurse Self Report Potential Misconduct? If you are a nurse who has been terminated from work and you are absolutely certain that your employer is going to report you to the nursing board for alleged misconduct, it is…
Drug offenses are one of the top reasons a nurse can be faced with allegations of misconduct. Because drug issues are so common, the nursing board tends to suspect that a nurse has a problem with drugs whenever there is…
I Received a Consent Order—Should I sign? If you are a nurse who has received notice from the Louisiana Board of Nursing or the Louisiana Board of Practical Nurse Examiners about a possible license violation, you may be asked to…
I have worked with many nurses who were surprised that their professional license can be suspended so easily and quickly. The fact is that the nursing board has all of the power in this situation. The board has awarded the…
It is a frightening experience to receive a letter from the Nursing Board about a possible disciplinary action. A nurse may be aware that a complaint is possible, but others are taken completely by surprise. Whatever your specific situation, it…
There are two situations where a registered or licensed nurse may find themselves facing both a criminal charge and an investigation by the nursing board. The first situation is when a complaint about professional misconduct could also result in a…