Case Result: RN Reported to IPN and Later Refused; Case Dismissed, Restriction Removed
We argued that IPN intentionally mischaracterized the evaluation and told the RN that the evaluator recommended therapy and a long-term monitoring contract
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We argued that IPN intentionally mischaracterized the evaluation and told the RN that the evaluator recommended therapy and a long-term monitoring contract
The nurse’s employer accused him of not wasting multiple drugs, specifically Dilaudid and Morphine. Our attorneys asserted that the real problem was the hospital’s faulty computer system.
Florida nurses and medical practitioners are most often referred to IPN and PRN by employers due to potential safety-to-practice concerns.
Florida’s Intervention Project for Nurses (IPN) was established by legislation enacted in 1983. However, IPN is not a State of Florida agency; rather, it is an
Professional:
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
Primary issue:
Client LPN tested positive for butalbital at a pre-employment drug screening, but the LPN claimed to not have been aware of what was ingested. LPN had been having a headache the day prior, or perhaps even the same day, and a friend gave the LPN a pill. LPN did not know what the pill was and just assumed it was ibuprofen or aspirin.
Argument:
We argued accidental ingestion and denied impairment by providing mitigating evidence.
Result:
The case was dismissed without a finding.
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Healthcare Licensing
Professional Licensing Defense
Substance Abuse & Impaired Practitioners
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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.
Attorney
Sarasota Office
6841 Energy Court
Sarasota, FL 34240
Phone: (941) 893-3449
We argued that IPN intentionally mischaracterized the evaluation and told the RN that the evaluator recommended therapy and a long-term monitoring contract
The nurse’s employer accused him of not wasting multiple drugs, specifically Dilaudid and Morphine. Our attorneys asserted that the real problem was the hospital’s faulty computer system.
Florida nurses and medical practitioners are most often referred to IPN and PRN by employers due to potential safety-to-practice concerns.
Florida’s Intervention Project for Nurses (IPN) was established by legislation enacted in 1983. However, IPN is not a State of Florida agency; rather, it is an
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