The Iowa Board of Nursing continues to take disciplinary action against nurses accused of professional misconduct, in many circumstances issuing sanctions that jeopardize nursing careers. In a case involving a Carroll County nurse charged with misappropriating patient medications, the Board suspended the nurse's license until they completed a mental health evaluation and ethics coursework, among other hefty requirements for license reinstatement. Elsewhere in the Hawkeye State, nurses have received sanctions in the form of license probation and/or chemical screening, a signal that the Board of Nursing is serious about investigating complaints and imposing punishments. Despite the serious repercussions for accused nurses, the bar for filing a complaint is relatively low, with Iowa allowing anonymous complaints against nurses. If you're a nurse facing a disciplinary proceeding or seeking to appeal your case, call 888-535-3686 to discuss your options with an experienced Professional License Defense attorney from the Lento Law Firm.

Stakes Are High for Licensed Professional Nurses Accused of Wrongdoing

No matter where you practice nursing in the United States, your ability to earn a living depends on your ability to keep your nursing license in good standing with the relevant licensing authority, often a state nursing board. Nurses accused of a disciplinary violation face the challenge of preparing a proper defense while working within an unfamiliar bureaucracy of Nursing Board rules and procedures. Unfortunately, nurses who fail to successfully advocate for themselves before the Board in investigations, examinations, and hearings risk severe consequences, including license suspension, probation, or revocation. Even worse, an unfavorable case result in one state can impact your ability to practice nursing in other states.

Nationwide Professional License Defense Against Nursing Board Complaints and Appeals

The Lento Law Firm Team is dedicated to defending nurses throughout the United States and will fight to protect your rights, reputation, and livelihood while pursuing all legal options for the best possible resolution for your case. Whether you're the target of false accusations or simply had a lapse in judgment, having an experienced, compassionate legal advocate on your side can make all the difference. Our Professional License Defense attorneys can suggest and execute strategies to protect your due process and privacy rights, respond to allegations, negotiate Settlement Agreements, and prepare you for any hearings, evaluations, or informal meetings. If you're dealing with a Board order or court order for sanctions, we can represent you in appeals. Contact the Lento Law Firm online or call 888-535-3686 to learn how we will fight for you and protect your professional license.