BLOG
RN’s Failure to Notify, Advocate, and Intervene Resulted in Patient Fatality
In the field of nursing, timely communication and intervention are crucial aspects of patient care, ensuring that any critical developments or changes in a patient's condition are promptly addressed. Nurses bear the responsibility of not only executing medical orders...
RN was Accused of Falsified Documentation of IV Administration
The accurate and truthful documentation of nursing activities is a cornerstone of patient care, ensuring that healthcare records are reliable and that patients receive the appropriate treatments. Nurses are entrusted with the responsibility of providing precise and...
LVN was Disciplined Due to Falsified Nursing Documentation
Maintaining the highest standards of professionalism and integrity is paramount in nursing practice, particularly when it comes to accurate documentation and patient care. Nurses play a pivotal role in providing comprehensive and timely nursing notes, reflecting the...
Alleged Medication Misappropriation and Tampering by an RN
Integrity and adherence to established policies and procedures are fundamental pillars of nursing practice, especially when it comes to the responsible handling of medications and patient safety. Unfortunately, there are instances when nurses may deviate from these...
RN’s Lack of Supervision Led to Patient Neglect in Transport Van
Ensuring the supervision and coordination of care for patients is an integral aspect of nursing practice, holding paramount importance for patient safety and well-being. Nurses bear the responsibility of overseeing the care provided by staff under their professional...
LVN was Accused of Negligent Assessment of Patient’s Skin Condition
Providing thorough and accurate patient assessments, especially when it concerns skin integrity and wound care, is an indispensable aspect of nursing practice. Nurses are entrusted with the responsibility to recognize and document any changes in a patient's condition,...
RN’s Failure to Assess and Document Patient Distress Led to Tragic Outcome
Ensuring timely and comprehensive patient assessments, as well as accurate documentation of patient events, are integral components of nursing practice, especially in environments where patient well-being is of paramount concern. Unfortunately, there are instances...
LVN’s Medication Error and Inadequate Monitoring at a Correctional Facility
In the domain of nursing, precision and adherence to physician orders are of paramount importance, particularly when it comes to medication administration and patient monitoring. However, there are occasions when deviations from these essential standards occur,...
RN was Accused of Inadequate Infection Control Measures
In the realm of healthcare, infection control is an absolute imperative, particularly in the provision of skilled nursing services where patients' well-being is at stake. Nurses bear the responsibility of implementing stringent measures to prevent exposure to...
LVN Neglects Essential Patient Care Responsibilities
Maintaining patient safety and adhering to physician orders are fundamental principles in nursing practice, particularly when it comes to the administration of treatments and medications. However, there are regrettable instances when deviations from these standards...