How can nurses get in trouble?

A nursing license can be suspended or revoked due to accusations of unprofessional conduct, misconduct, dereliction of duty, gross negligence or incompetence in complaints brought by patients, coworkers or employers.

What is an example of Drug Diversion the nurse?

Drug diversion occurs when medication is redirected from its intended destination for personal use, sale, or distribution to others. It includes drug theft, use, or tampering (adulteration or substitution).

What can nurses be fired for?

For those that have struggled with abuse in the past, nursing can be a tempting role to work in. Many nurses who suffer from addiction do the unthinkable and steal medication from patients in need. Additionally, nurses are also fired due to stealing medication from patients not from themselves, but to sell.

Can LPNs give narcotics?

If the institutions are following the LPN’s scope of practice, it is ultimately up to them on what you can and cannot do. For narcotics, the Licensed Practical Nurse may give oral pain medication. Oral medications have a longer peak of action than, say, pushing a similar pain medication through an IV.

Can LPNs hang IV meds?

Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) may, under the supervision of a registered nurse, administer intravenous medications and fluids provided the LPN has had the appropriate practice and annual documented education.

What are some signs symptoms characteristics of a nurse who is diverting stealing or using controlled substances?

He or she may have frequent illnesses, physical complaints, and elaborate excuses for things. They may pick-up extra on-call shifts, have a labile mood with unexplained anger and overreaction to criticism, or have an increase in unexplained tardiness or absenteeism.

What is a diverting nurse?

The Diversion Program is a voluntary, confidential program for registered nurses whose practice may be impaired due to substance use disorder or mental illness.