Working as a nurse comes with a lot of reward but it also comes with a lot of stress. There's no telling when a patient or co-worker might file a complaint against you. The complaints could be meritless and dismissed. They could also put your license, and your nursing...
Month: September 2017
Social media and medical care don’t always mix
A quick browse of your social media feeds tell the story: people like to talk about funny or weird stuff that happens throughout the day and share their professional accomplishments online. Your friend who works in marketing might share the new promotional video...
The process of a medical complaint review in California
In California, the Medical Board is inundated with more than 8,000 complaints per year. These complaints are submitted by patients, other medical professionals, insurance companies and family members of patients. There is an Enforcement Program in place that utilizes...
5 ways you can lose a nursing license
Holding a nursing license is an important part of your career. You wouldn't be able to practice nursing without a valid license in the state of California. You should do everything possible in your career to protect your license. Issues can crop up without warning...
Selecting a Professional Licensing Defense Attorney
An investigator from a licensing board just contacted you or you have just been served with an Accusation. You decide to consult with an Attorney to discuss your options.Whether you are a Pharmacist, Physician, Registered Nurse, or any other licensed medical...
Receiving a Citation and Fine for a DUI with the BRN
There is no blanket "rule" or policy regarding how the Board of Registered Nursing resolves a DUI conviction for a registered nurse. I have represented nurses with a DUI conviction where the BAC (blood alcohol level) was over twice the legal limit of .08 and my client...
How an attorney can help you defend your professional license
Holding a professional license is an important part of life for a variety of different professions. There are just some jobs you cannot hold without first earning a license. Because the license is so important, you will want to protect it as much as possible. Here's...
Watch out for burnout
Among the things professionals can face in relation to their job is the possibility of burnout. There are a lot of different stressors professionals can encounter at work that could lead to burnout. Also, it appears that workplace exhaustion has become an increasingly...