Falsely Accused!

Nurses General Nursing

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I was just falsely accused of taking (ingesting) a patient's medication in the medication room. I was told that this action was caught on the video camera. By no means would I ever do this. I have been placed on administrative leave and have contacted the Union but should I also get a lawyer?

Thanks!

Specializes in NICU, Post-partum.

If they told you that they had a video, they will be required to show you the video...to a court if they make that kind of accusation, because you will be entitled to back pay plus they can suffer liability for slander as that would clearly damage your reputation.

I have a question...by chance, did you happen to put a tick tack, a piece of gum, anything in your mouth while you were in the patient's room?

I would also insist on subjecting myself to a drug test....pay for one independently if you have to.

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Specializes in Medical and general practice now LTC.

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