CA Board of Registered Nursing Enforcement

California DCA Enforcement Statistics and Performance Measures

The California Department of Consumer Affairs (DCA) has published updated enforcement statistics and performance measures for DCA licensees. These statistics track case volume, intake, investigation, formal discipline, and probation cycles, providing data for consumer protection efforts.

CA Board of Registered Nursing Enforcement Press Releases

The California Board of Registered Nursing (BRN) has published a series of press releases detailing enforcement actions against individuals impersonating nurses or engaging in illegal practices. These releases highlight arrests for identity theft, illegal prescription issuance, and forging transcripts to obtain nursing credentials.

CA Board of Registered Nursing: Disclosure of Convictions and License Discipline

The California Board of Registered Nursing requires RNs to disclose any license discipline or criminal convictions sustained since their last renewal upon license renewal. This guidance details what constitutes a conviction, what types of license discipline must be reported, and the specific documentation required for disclosure.

CA Board of Registered Nursing Enforcement: Unlicensed Practice Citations

The California Board of Registered Nursing has cited 134 individuals for unlicensed nursing practice and impersonation. These citations, issued under Business and Professions Code Sections 2795 and 2796, carry fines and penalties for practicing without an active RN license.

CA Board of Registered Nursing: Disciplinary Actions and Legal Terms

The California Board of Registered Nursing (BRN) has published a webpage explaining its disciplinary actions and related legal terminology. The page details the process for viewing disciplinary documents, defines terms such as 'Accusation' and 'Gross Negligence,' and outlines the factors considered when determining disciplinary penalties for registered nurses.