This article is being written to conclude and recap my series on defending a license before the Arizona State Board of Nursing. I considered it crucial to address this topic as, for understandable reasons, one may believe that they have no options when their career is in jeopardy. Understanding the process is critical to charting a path forward. I wrote this series, therefore, with the goal of providing information which can assist individuals with better understanding their situation. It was also my goal to provide information which can assist with the selection of an attorney. If you are in need of assistance, then contact my office today to speak with a Phoenix lawyer.
I addressed a number of topics over my recent articles. Issues which I analyzed included the following:
- The Arizona State Board of Nursing’s disciplinary process
- Nursing license cases involving criminal charges
- Drug or prescription theft by nurses
- Nursing scope of practice violations
- Nursing suspensions over unprofessional conduct
- Appealing a nursing license suspension
There are multiple reasons why I chose to address these particular topics. First, understanding the process one is facing is important to gaining an understanding of what options they may, or may not, have. Second, matters involving criminal charges are quickly brought to the attention of the Board due to the related Court proceedings. Third, drug-related issues are some of the most common matters arising before the Board. Fourth, while one may think they are doing “the right thing,” or something acceptable, at the time, the truth of the matter is that the scope of practice must be followed. Fifth, unprofessional conduct violations carry a requirement of self-reporting. Finally, understanding the appeals process is crucial to charting a strategy.
A key point I made in each of these articles is that one should contact an attorney as soon as possible if they are facing disciplinary issues before the Board. Mounting an appropriate defense is crucial to protecting your career interests and the loss of a license can be devastating. As a Phoenix nursing license defense lawyer, I am able to assist with such issues. If you need assistance then contact my office today to schedule an initial consultation. I look forward to speaking with you. My office also services Maricopa County areas like Mesa, Glendale, Scottsdale, Chandler, and Gilbert, as well as Pima County residents in Tucson.