Nursing is a challenging profession in general. You are in a tough spot when a doctor, administrator, or co-worker asks you to do something potentially fraudulent or illegal. You want to follow orders, especially from a superior, and you may want to help a co-worker if possible, but some actions can lead to serious trouble. We all understand that providing quality patient care is our number one priority. However, when a nurse is asked to do something fraudulent or potentially illegal, they … [Read more...]

Some situations are totally out of your control. You show up for work, but there are not enough nurses on staff during your shift to meet all of the patients’ needs. As a nurse, your ethical obligation to provide safe patient care does not change under these circumstances, but there is only so much you can do without more help. When your employer fails to hire enough nursing staff or others don’t show up for work, your ability to meet the required level of care can be compromised. … [Read more...]

Nursing is one of the most trusted professions in our country. Nurses help people during their most difficult times and tend to be compassionate, organized, and detail-oriented. When they are accused of misconduct, they deserve the best legal defense possible. It’s not surprising that sometimes, the demands of this profession can negatively impact a nurse’s physical, mental, and emotional well-being. In these situations, a nurse might make an unintentional mistake. They might abuse controlled … [Read more...]

Working as a nurse often involves dealing with extremely stressful professional situations. With so much to keep track of and patients’ well-being at stake, a nurse can make a mistake or forget to do something important. Although these mishaps must be taken seriously, they usually don’t provide grounds for severe punishment or loss of employment. However, if a nurse crosses the line between innocent error and fraudulent behavior, they can face severe penalties and repercussions including … [Read more...]