The California BRN offers the intervention or diversion program to any nurse who has recently been arrested for a DUI and to nurses who are under investigation, being disciplined for medication discrepancies, or are accused of suspicion of diversion. There is a great deal of information regarding the intervention and diversion program on our blog. …
To practice as a nurse, you must get your nursing license. Getting your nursing license symbolizes skill and dedication. Securing your nursing license embodies skill and dedication. However, legal challenges can unintentionally jeopardize your career. This is where the role of nursing license defense attorneys becomes critical. Join us as we explain the instrumental role …
Facing an accusation of drug diversion as an RN can have severe consequences that can impact your nursing career and personal life. Understanding what not to do when accused of drug diversion is crucial to protect your rights and future. Join us as we explore the potential repercussions of drug diversion accusations and provide essential …
What’s one of the quickest ways to put a damper on your holidays? No, not your in-laws. Worse actually. It’s a DUI. We want to ensure this serious charge is top-of-mind for all nurses this holiday season. We don’t want to put a damper on your merriness, but we want to make sure you’re thinking …
If you have recently been arrested for a DUI, you are probably already aware that your career is now on the line. States have different laws and penalties for DUIs, as does each state’s Board of Nursing (BON.) If you are a nurse working in Texas, you need to know about DUIs and what …
You probably already know what a DUI is, driving under the influence (of alcohol or drugs). It’s a severe offense and could cost you your nursing license. A “wet reckless” is considered a lesser offense and is similar to reckless driving, except your criminal record will have a note that drugs and/or alcohol were involved. …
If you’ve received an Accusation against your RN license from the Board of Registered Nursing in California, Arizona, or Texas, there are a few things you must know, the most important being that you very likely won’t have your nursing license revoked or suspended, despite what it says. WHAT DOES THE ACCUSATION MEAN? An Accusation …
If you have received an accusation from the Board of Registered Nursing or are concerned that it might happen, it’s imperative to be proactive in protecting your license. Your number one goal is to safeguard your career from work-related issues, convictions, and other issues that can trigger a BRN accusation against you. RN Guardian can …
For a nurse, finding out you are under investigation by the BRN or BVNPT is a terrifying experience. Your RN or LVN license is what enables you to work, but for nurses, being an RN or LVN is so much more than that! Being a nurse is not just a career, it is who you …
Nurses often navigate complex legal parameters as they strive to provide the best care for their patients. Legal challenges can arise from various sources, whether it’s a misunderstanding in documentation, an accusation of misconduct, or a broader investigation by the BRN. These challenges can be emotionally and professionally taxing, leaving nurses uncertain about the future …
