Entries tagged with “lpn”

Nurse Facing Criminal Charges After Intentionally Neglecting Ventilator Patient

Perhaps Abiodun Oke should be shoveling asphalt or a similar occupation where a person's compassionate side is not necessarily crucial to the job? On the other hand, as a licensed practical nurse (such as Mr. Oke)--- or really any profession responsible for caring for the elderly-- I would suggest have substantial dose of compassion as they are the ones who are responsible for providing the daily care necessary for some of the most fragile members of society. The reason I suggest that Mr. Oke look for a more physical type of work is that he faces criminal charges relating to... More

Nurse Charged With Rape Of Disabled Patient

After a six-month investigation by a New York grand jury, a licensed practical nurse (LPN) is now facing formal criminal charges of: second degree rape and endangering the welfare of an incompetent or disabled person.   This story first came to light when a complaint was reported to the New York State Department of Health that Kipper Allen Stevens had sexual relations with a disabled female patient at Shore Winds Nursing Home.  Shore Winds suspended Stevens during the health department investigation.  Stevens will be in Monroe County Court on July 21.  No word yet on how Stevens will plead to... More
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About Jonathan Rosenfeld

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Jonathan Rosenfeld is a lawyer who represents people injured in nursing homes and long-term care facilities.   Jonathan has represented...

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