Category: Nursing Board

Can Healthcare Workers Smoke Weed?

Written by David J. Klink, Attorney at Law on July 28, 2023

Are Healthcare Workers Allowed To Smoke Weed? If you are a healthcare worker who uses marijuana, you may be wondering if it is legal for you to smoke weed. The answer to this question is not straightforward, as it depends on various factors, including your state’s laws and your employer’s policies. In some states, medical […]

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Arizona Nursing Board Medication Diversion Complaint

Written by David J. Klink, Attorney at Law on August 9, 2018

I receive a large number of phone calls from Arizona nurses who have been accused of medication diversion. The typical fact pattern is: Nurse is called into a meeting by hospital management based on suspicion…

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Nurses Have a Personality Type

Written by David J. Klink, Attorney at Law on April 17, 2018

I deal with a lot of Arizona Nurses regarding Arizona State Board of Nursing complaints. One thing I can say about my experience is that Arizona Nurses have a personality type. A very common theme…

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My License Was Revoked Without My Knoweldge. What Can I do?

Written by David J. Klink, Attorney at Law on April 10, 2018

During every Arizona State Board of Nursing regular meeting there are several cases on the agenda where the Board is seeking to impose disciplinary action, including revocation of a nursing license, for the nurse’s failure…

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Every Nurse Needs Personal Malpractice Insurance Coverage

Written by David J. Klink, Attorney at Law on March 31, 2018

Every day I consult with nurses who have received notice of a complaint from the Arizona State Board of Nursing.  They have no idea what to expect in this process. Nursing malpractice insurance provides the…

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