Fired for writing a nursing order?

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Does this sound right? I was terminated for writing a nursing order in the EMAR to offer pain medication prior to therapies?

I was told that I worked beyond the scope of practice as an LPN and would be reported to the board of nursing. I've been an LPN for 18 years, I am still in shock.

FYI: There were prn pain medications available q4h prn- The goal was merely to insure that the staff were monitoring and managing pain.

Specializes in Complex pedi to LTC/SA & now a manager.

Hang in there. Deep breath. Take it one day at a time.

Try http://www.taana.org they have a nurse attorney referral source. This way you can be sure to speak with an attorney that is experienced in administrative law and boards of nursing in your state.

Warm wishes for a positive outcome.

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nursynurse- this is scary stuff. Did the facility state this was being reported to the BON? Doesn't the facility have to tell you that upfront?

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nursynurse- this is scary stuff. Did the facility state this was being reported to the BON? Doesn't the facility have to tell you that upfront?

They told me that they were going to, however it may be a while to see anything, if anything. I have been told that the BON has bigger fish to fry. I hope that they are correct. I really truly do not feel that I did anything wrong, however, I will be much more careful in the future.

I have to have an unemployment hearing because of course they are declining my request for unemployment. I am wondering what evidence I can secure to prove my point?

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