It’s best to seek the help of a nurse attorney when facing different complaints and allegations. However, some nurses tend to face these results instead without thinking that nurse attorneys are always reliable for matters such as these.
On or about September 14, 2017, through September 21, 2017, an LVN from Austin misappropriated one (1) tab of Hydrocodone/APAP 7.5/325mg, one (1) tab of a controlled substance 5/325, and one (1) tab of the pain medication 10/325mg belonging to the facility or patients thereof, or failed to take the precautions to prevent such misappropriation. Her conduct was likely to defraud the facility and patients of the cost of the medications.
She was then summoned by the Texas Board of Nursing to hear her side of the story. However, her license was disciplined due to her failure to hire an experienced a nurse attorney.
Any RN or LVN should never commit errors or misconduct in work as it may affect their performance, which may lead to further issues for the patients they are taking care of. Additionally, if you ever undergo cases such as this, it’s best to seek the assistance of a good nurse attorney as it could make the case better in your favor. Be sure to find a nurse attorney who’s experienced and knowledgeable in several nurse cases to ensure the best assistance possible.
If you also received a complaint regarding a case filed on you, you should hire a nurse attorney immediately before it’s too late. Texas nurse attorney Yong J. An is one of those dedicated nurse lawyers who helped various nurses in their cases since 2006. You may contact him 24/7 at (832) 428-5679 for more information or if you want to schedule a private consultation.