Case Result: RN with Positive Pre-Employment Drug Test for THC Reported to Board of Nursing

Professional:
Registered Nurse

Primary Issue:
An RN tested positive for THC in a pre-employment drug screen and was reported to the Board of Nursing, which then started an investigation.

Benefit of Using Chapman Law Group:
The nurse retained our attorneys immediately after learning of the positive drug screen, in order to help protect his nursing license and clearing his name before a formal complaint was filed. The RN wanted to prevent a formal complaint from being filed so that he could continue to practice as a travel nurse and avoid a referral to the Intervention Project for Nurses (IPN).

We obtained several character references and multiple prior drug screens (all negative). We also had the RN evaluated by a board-certified addiction specialist. We submitted a complete addiction evaluation, four character references, evidence of completion of 12 CME credits, and a letter of explanation and apology to the Probable Cause Panel.

Result:
The Board of Nursing Probable Cause Panel issued a nondisciplinary Letter of Guidance. The RN avoided a formal complaint and avoided a referral to the IPN.

Areas of Law:
Department of Health Investigation
Intervention Project for Nurses (IPN)
Nursing License Defense
Substance Abuse 

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.