California Registered Nurse Licensing Defense Lawyers
Registered Nurses - California Board of Registered Nursing
400 R Street, Suite 4030
P.O. Box 944210
Sacramento, CA 94244-2100
916/322-3350 complaints
916/322-1700 TDY
If you are a registered nurse and a complaint has been filed against you, the attorneys at Samuel Spital and Associates, in San Diego, California, can help. We have extensive experience representing professionals in front of several California boards, bureaus and agencies, including the Board of Registered Nurses. Contact us today to schedule a consultation.
The BRN Complaint Process
When a complaint has been received by the Board of Registered Nursing, it is reviewed, analyzed and then processed. Some complaints are closed because they fall outside of the jurisdiction of the BRN and/or do not involve grounds for disciplinary action (e.g. personality conflicts). If YOU qualify for the Diversion Program, then you will be notified.
Once the complaint is reviewed, BRN may determine the allegations are unsubstantiated. On the other hand, the Board of Registered Nursing may conclude the allegations are valid and they will decide what further action should be taken, if any. The options include:
- Closing the complaint on the grounds it is without merit
- Closing the complaint even though it has been determined the complaint has merit
- Referring the matter to the Attorney General's Office for prosecution
- Handling the matter "in-house" and issuing a citation, fine, etc.
The BRN Diversion Program
The Board of Registered Nursing has a Diversion Program for nurses whose practice may be impaired due to alleged chemical dependency and/or mental illness. This is a "rehabilitation" program designed to provide intervention. If you are eligible to participate in the program, you will be given an opportunity to participate in the Diversion Program as an alternative to disciplinary action against the license.
Contact Us
Before discussing your case with anyone, you should obtain the advice of experienced legal counsel. Contact an attorney at Samuel Spital and Associates, in San Diego, California.
Samuel Spital & Associates
8880 Rio San Diego Drive
Suite 800
San Diego, CA 92108-1642
Telephone: 619-583-0350
Fax: 619-583-1850
Call 7 days a week at any hour or send an e-mail now.