Case Result: Negative Hair Test Proves Nurse Accused of Drug Diversion Was Not Impaired
Our client, an RN, was terminated from a hospital due to a drug diversion allegation; we obtained negative hair test to prove non-impairment.
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Sarasota, FL 34240
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Our client, an RN, was terminated from a hospital due to a drug diversion allegation; we obtained negative hair test to prove non-impairment.
The client, an EMT, was not a working healthcare provider on the day of the drug test, as the employer administered the drug test on a day when the EMT was not practicing.
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Professional:
Registered Nurse
Primary issue:
Client registered nurse applied for a job with a hospital. Per protocol, she submitted to a urine drug screening. Her results were inconclusive due to her PH urine levels being high. This most likely was because client was dehydrated, but the hospital told her that this was reportable to the Florida Department of Health (DOH). The hospital tried to justify the referral because the drug result “did not meet their standards.” As a result, the nurse was unfairly reported to the DOH.
Argument:
Chapman Law Group’s Florida healthcare professional licensing defense attorneys argued that an inconclusive drug test is not a basis for a practice act violation. We further contended that there is no probable cause for formal charges.
Result:
The case was dismissed without a finding of probable cause within five months.
Areas of Law:
Healthcare Licensing
Professional Licensing Defense
DOH Investigations & Complaints
Disclaimer:
This information is a sample of our past results. Prospective clients may not obtain the same or similar results. Every case is different and each case must be evaluated and handled on its own merits. The circumstances of your case may differ from the results provided. The information provided has not been reviewed or approved by the State Bar.
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Sarasota Office
6841 Energy Court
Sarasota, FL 34240
Phone: (941) 893-3449
Our focus in this Florida healthcare licensing defense case was proving no impairment, by using drug screenings and character references.
Our Florida healthcare license lawyers provided negative drug tests, character references, and case law in defending a nurse after a DUI.
Our focus in this Florida healthcare licensing defense case was proving no impairment, by using drug screenings and character references.
What’s the best way for a Florida nurse or physician to face orders compelling exam? Having legal representation and medical experts from the get-go.
For nurses and other health care professionals accused of drug diversion, the most crucial thing to do is to fight the allegations as early as possible, in order to prevent formal action and discipline.
If You Run a Pharmacy, Are a Pain Management Specialist, or Prescribe Prescription Narcotics, the DEA, Feds Are Waiting to Strike. Our Healthcare Criminal Law
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