As a nurse, you work hard to provide the best possible care for your patients. Unfortunately, even with the right intentions, mistakes can happen. When it comes to insurance claims, even a small error or misunderstanding can lead to fraud accusations. Accidental...
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Can a night out negatively impact Pennsylvania nursing licenses?
Being a nurse in Pennsylvania means adhering to a strict code of professional conduct, both on and off duty. A fun night out can become a career-threatening event if it leads to certain actions that go against this professional code. Consider how a night of enjoyment...
Understanding disciplinary actions a physician may face
Licensed physicians have an obligation to conduct themselves professionally and in the best interest of their patients. The state medical board has the responsibility to investigate all complaints made against a doctor and take disciplinary action if necessary. There...
PA’s peer-assistance program for pharmacists facing addiction
In Pennsylvania, state Professional Health Monitoring Programs offer medical professionals struggling with substance use a chance to receive treatment and return to their careers. By participating in state-approved monitoring programs, health care workers may be able...
3 tips for helping protect your nursing license
You need to have a nursing license to work as a nurse in Pennsylvania, but once you have a nursing license, there are certain actions that may threaten it. If someone files a complaint against you, there is the potential for you to lose that license, making it...