As the opioid crisis affects millions across the country, hospitals and healthcare networks are implementing stricter tracking methods and enforcement. In Virginia, a state women’s prison nurse was arrested for allegedly...
The Oregon Medical Board licenses doctors and other such medical professionals throughout the state. In recent months, the board has suspended, revoked, or otherwise taken action against the licenses of 14 doctors in the state due...
Driving under the influence is illegal in all 50 states. While penalties vary by jurisdiction, typically, you’ll face license suspension and probation. You may also be required to attend alcohol counseling. If you’re a...
Nearly 18 months after a registered nurse in Hialeah, FL, turned his cell phone into the authorities and claimed ownership of child sexual abuse material on his phone, his nursing licenses in Florida and Texas have been...
When we hear of a medical professional losing their license to practice, we may assume that the charge relates to patient care. And that is often the case. But there are other behaviors that can also result in the Board of Nursing...
Parents want the best for their children, of course—-as they should. However, when the professional standards imposed on licensed daycare centers surpass (by a high, high margin) those expected in a more casual home setting,...
Medical boards take alcohol and substance abuse seriously. Many states even offer treatment or recovery programs for doctors, nurses, pharmacists, and other medical professionals. However, an accusation of alcohol abuse or...
As a medical professional, you’re heavily scrutinized while on the job. If a patient is unhappy with the results of the care you provide, they can easily accuse you of malpractice. These accusations are taken seriously, and...
If you’re not careful about keeping your work and personal life separate, your relationship drama can cause problems for you at work—especially if you’re a licensed professional. Licensed nurses and nurse...
Showing up for work less than sober is a fireable offense almost everywhere. For medical professionals, though, it comes with an additional risk. As a Minnesota dental hygienist learned, alcohol can also lead to the revocation of...
There are two ways to solve any problem — the right way and the wrong way. When someone chooses the right way, the problem either goes away or becomes manageable. If someone chooses the wrong way, the problem may become bigger....
As a registered nurse, you’re held to high standards of professional behavior. When your state’s nursing board hears about a potential violation of those standards, it will likely act swiftly. Your nursing license...
A DUI arrest is a serious offense, one that involves compromised judgment and the potential for harm to yourself and others. It’s for that reason that having one on your record could potentially jeopardize not just your...
A secondary teacher on Vancouver Island had his teaching certificate suspended for three days for misconduct. The teacher encouraged students to hit each other with pool noodles during gym class, which resulted in one student...
As Americans, we are all aware of our right to free speech that extends to nearly every facet of our lives, including the workplace. Not everyone will share the opinions or beliefs of their colleagues. While comments and opinions...
School Announces Teacher Intoxication
June 10, 2024
In January 2024, a Virginia teacher was arrested after appearing under the influence of alcohol during the school day. Clarke County Public Schools sent a letter informing parents of the arrest and later confirmed the identity of...
Despite Physical Disability, North Carolina Woman Achieves Her Dream of Becoming a Doctor
June 8, 2024
Getting into medical school is a moment of pride and joy for most. Unfortunately, it is very common for doctors to lose their professional licenses over avoidable issues. Having a disability can prove additional challenges and...
A Connecticut nurse has lost her job and had her license suspended after being accused of striking a dementia patient at Johnson Memorial Hospital. Former nurse Samantha Barletta was charged with third-degree assault on February...
While employers don’t usually have control over their employees’ off-duty conduct, they may be liable for it if there is a connection between it and the employer’s business or the employee’s job. Not only...
On February 15, 2024, the Wyoming Board of Medicine (WYBOM) took the serious step of suspending the license of Physician’s Assistant Jason Ray, pending a hearing on the matter. This action follows a complaint filed against...