If you’re dealing with a nursing license challenge, perhaps related to discipline or allegations of wrongdoing, it is important to either stay off of social media entirely or to take great care when posting until your licensing issue has been resolved. This is an...
Nursing License Defense
Managing stress during a nursing licensing issue
Managing stress while navigating a nurse licensing issue is crucial for maintaining productivity and overall well-being. Nurse licensing issues can be life-altering, if only on a temporary basis. It’s important to acknowledge the stress that you’re under if you’re...
DOJ: Thousands nationwide got nursing licenses fraudulently
Nursing professionals put years of hard work into their education and credentials. Unfortunately, some aspiring nurses took “shortcuts” to get their nursing licenses – illegal ones. That’s one of the findings announced earlier this year by the U.S. Department of...
5 mistakes that lead to nursing license violations
Nurses make up a large portion of the nation’s workforce. They’re also responsible for the care of thousands of people who have medical conditions and the elderly. A nursing license can take years of training and experience to get. But, the license can be taken away...
Could seeing a therapist put someone’s nursing license at risk?
Nursing is an incredibly stressful profession. Those who dedicate themselves to facilitating other people's health often have to work long shifts in demanding environments. Nursing jobs often mean that people witness trauma and sometimes have significant traumas of...
Disciplinary actions can stay linked to your nursing record
Any behavior or conduct that falls short of the high standards of professionalism and ethics expected of a nurse may result in disciplinary action. It could be an ethical violation, criminal behavior or incompetence. If you have a disciplinary action record, such as a...
7 reasons for a nursing license suspension
A nursing license suspension can be highly detrimental to your career. This doesn’t mean you won’t be able to work at all, as there are some jobs you can take during the suspension that do not require a license. Additionally, if the suspension is just temporary, you...
How to maintain patient confidentiality
Nurses have a duty to provide top-notch services to patients. Failure to do so may lead to legal issues, threatening one's license. And one of them is breaching patient confidentiality. It's essential to protect your patient's information. Here is how you can do this:...
How will a DUI affect your nursing license in California?
While you may be in the career of taking care of other people, you’re still a human and sometimes humans make mistakes. There may be a time when the worst happens and you find yourself pulled over by the police after you’ve had a few drinks. One of the first things...
Nursing license defense: A breakdown of the disciplinary process
Nurses must adhere to strict standards of professionalism and ethical behavior to maintain their licenses. When these standards are not met, a nurse may face disciplinary action, which could result in the suspension or revocation of their license. The disciplinary...