Good Nurse Bad Nurse

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Good Nurse Jennifer Garcia Bad Pharmacist David Robinson Aug 29, 2023

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On this week's episode, Jennifer Garcia, registered nurse and host of the RawTea podcast, joins us to guest host! We dive into the story of David Robinson, a pharmacist who was involved in an illegal drug distribution scandal. Robinson's case takes a surprising turn and descends deeper into the criminal underworld when a sinister plot is unveiled. In our Good Nurse segment, we're thrilled to showcase Jennifer. Tune in as Jennifer reveals how her passion for ensuring others never feel isolated when confronting difficult and socially sensitive subjects compelled her to establish her very own podcast.

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Sources for this week's episode can be found below!

https://www.justice.gov/usao-md/pr/pharmacist-sentenced-more-14-years-federal-prison-drug-distribution-conspiracy-and-murder

https://www.justice.gov/usao-md/pr/pharmacist-pleads-guilty-federal-charge-murder-hire-previously-pleaded-guilty-federal

https://www.baltimoresun.com/news/crime/bs-md-ci-cr-pharmacy-owner-murder-for-hire-20201217-wvr2sckpdncsji4yfdfqi3krma-story.html

https://www.cbsnews.com/baltimore/news/pharmacy-owner-pleads-guilty-to-drug-distribution-conspiracy-charges/

Good Public Pool Nurse Bad Nurse Jean Arias Aug 22, 2023

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Content Advisory Warning: This episode contains sensitive material that may not be suitable for all audiences. It includes discussions about a conspiracy involving harm to an infant. Please use discretion when listening.

Tom and Ben of the Will Continue to Monitor podcast are back to guest host this week's episode! Join us as we delve into the unsettling tale of Jean Arias, a nurse involved in a conspiracy to harm a severely ill child. You don't want to miss our Good Nurse story as we highlight a remarkable nurse. Our featured guest, Ben, shares a inspiring tale of a nurse who sprang into action to save a toddler from drowning at a public pool.

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Sources for this week's episode can be found below!

https://casetext.com/case/arias-v-state-39/

Inside Edition https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u7HokdGOhL4

https://www.sun-sentinel.com/1989/04/20/nurse-gets-five-years-in-attempted-murder-of-child/

https://www.orlandosentinel.com/1989/04/21/light-sentence-2/

Good Nurse Burnout Coach Bad Nurse Mary Beth Davis Aug 15, 2023

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Content Advisory Warning: This episode contains mention of child abuse. Listener discretion is advised.

On this week's episode, Nurse Burnout Coach Janna joins us to guest host! In a chilling case, two children in one home fall mysteriously ill, raising suspicions of parental abuse. An offhanded comment a decade later would prompt a thorough investigation into the alleged abuse. For our Good Nurse segment, we're excited to feature our guest host! Janna recounts how her personal burnout experience inspired her into coaching and how she now utilizes her passion to help others in rediscovering their love for nursing.

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Thank you to our sponsor Eko! Please visit them at https://ekohealth.com and use promo code GNBN for $50 off your purchase of the new Littmann Cardiology IV stethoscope with Eko technology!

Thank you to our sponsor UC Irvine! Head to http://nursing.uci.edu/ to take the next step in your nursing career.

Sources for this week's episode can be found below!

https://casetext.com/case/state-v-davis-2127

https://www.register-herald.com/news/police_and_courts/marybeth-davis-freed-from-prison/article_afdd4df7-9759-518b-8476-996bee86534e.html

https://legalaffairs.org/issues/May-June-2004/feature_faltermayer_mayjun04.msp

Good Nurse Kati Kleber Bad Podiatrist Aug 08, 2023

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Kati Kleber, nurse educator and owner of the FreshRN online platform, joins us this week as our guest host! As a whirlwind romance develops between a podiatrist and his patient, the couple makes plans for a future together. There was, however, just one problem that stood in the way of the couple's happiness: the doctor's wife. With divorce not being an option for the doctor, the couple seek alternative methods to end the marriage. For our Good Nurse segment, we're thrilled to feature our guest host Kati! Kati shares her own journey and how she bridged the gap between textbook and reality to help support and encourage newly licensed nurses.

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Thank you to our sponsor Eko! Please visit them at https://ekohealth.com and use promo code GNBN for $50 off your purchase of the new Littmann Cardiology IV stethoscope with Eko technology!

Thank you to our sponsor UC Irvine! Head to http://nursing.uci.edu/ to take the next step in your nursing career.

Sources for this week's episode:

https://nypost.com/2023/06/06/doctor-busted-for-plot-to-kill-estranged-wife-after-serving-time-for-similar-plan/

https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-12165069/New-York-podiatrist-busted-plotting-wife-murdered-months-release-prison.html

https://www.oxygen.com/dateline-secrets-uncovered/crime-news/ira-bernstein-kelly-gribeluk-caught-in-murder-for-hire-plot

Good Nurse Penny Bad Doctors of Take Care of Maya Aug 02, 2023

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Content Advisory Warning: This episode discusses death by suicide. Listener discretion is advised.

Hospice nurse Penny joins us to guest host this week's episode! In this episode, we share a harrowing story of a young girl with a rare pain syndrome. As her condition worsens during a natural disaster, her parents rush her to the nearest children's hospital, only to face accusations of faking her illness. As always, we like to end on a lighter note by bringing in a ray of positivity. We're featuring our guest host, hospice nurse Penny, as part of our Good Nurse segment. Join us as Penny shares her incredible journey of how a social media platform unexpectedly turned into a valuable resource for educating the community about the natural processes of death and dying.

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Thank you to our sponsor Eko! Please visit them at https://ekohealth.com and use promo code GNBN for $50 off your purchase of the new Littmann Cardiology IV stethoscope with Eko technology!

Thank you to our sponsor UC Irvine! Head to http://nursing.uci.edu/ to take the next step in your nursing career.

Sources for this week's episode can be found below:

https://people.com/take-care-of-maya-munchausen-by-proxy-accusation-maya-kowalski-mom-death-by-suicide-7509016

https://collider.com/take-care-of-maya-true-story/

https://www.nme.com/news/film/maya-kowalski-from-netflix-take-care-of-maya-gives-health-update-3462153

https://www.thecut.com/article/child-abuse-munchausen-syndrome-by-proxy.html

https://www.netflix.com/title/81349305

Good Nurse Kelly Tuttle Bad Plastic Surgeon Geoffrey Kim Jul 26, 2023

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Nurse practitioner Kelly Tuttle joins us to guest host this week's episode! In this episode, we explore a harrowing tale where a teenager's elective surgery takes a tragic turn, leading to accusations of negligence against a plastic surgeon. In our Good Nurse segment, we are featuring guest host Kelly, author and nurse practitioner! Kelly shares how an accident changed her life. Her unwavering determination to return to work inspired her to write a book, aimed at educating and supporting others who have also faced traumatic brain injuries.

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Thank you to our sponsor CBD Stat! If you use CBD oils, please try CBD Stat and get 30% off high-quality CBD available at http://www.cbdstat.care/goodnursebadnurse

Thank you to our sponsor Eko! Please visit them at https://ekohealth.com and use promo code GNBN for $50 off your purchase of the new Littmann Cardiology IV stethoscope with Eko technology!

Thank you to our sponsor UC Irvine! Head to http://nursing.uci.edu/ to take the next step in your nursing career.

Sources for this week's episode can be found below!

https://www.the-sun.com/news/4722072/what-happened-to-emmalyn-nguyen/

https://www.reddit.com/r/anesthesiology/comments/x86rou/da_dismisses_charges_against_crna_in_death_of/

https://usattorneys.com/colorado-plastic-surgeon-arrested-after-teens-botched-surgery-death/

https://people.com/doctor-convicted-botched-surgery-death-teen-7547331

https://denvergazette.com/news/greenwood-village-plastic-surgeon-guilty-in-18-year-olds-death/article_ad98af14-0b9b-11ee-a699-2b2d058ece15.html

Good Rehabilitation Center Nurse Bad Physical Therapist Jul 18, 2023

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Kevin from Art of Emergency Nursing is back to guest host this week's episode! In this week's episode, tragedy strikes in a small town when an antique store owner meets an untimely demise during a home invasion. But as investigators delve deeper into the case, they begin to unravel a web of secrets and deception. Suspicion takes a surprising turn when they discover an affair between the deceased's wife and a physical therapist.

Our "Good Nurse" story is a heartwarming one! When a patient finds themselves in a rehabilitation center, their distress deepens as their beloved dog is taken to a shelter. However, a compassionate nurse takes it upon herself to reunite the patient and their furry friend, just in time for the holidays.

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Thank you to our sponsor CBD Stat! If you use CBD oils, please try CBD Stat and get 30% off high-quality CBD available at http://www.cbdstat.care/goodnursebadnurse

Thank you to our sponsor Eko! Please visit them at https://ekohealth.com and use promo code GNBN for $50 off your purchase of the new Littmann Cardiology IV stethoscope with Eko technology!

Thank you to our sponsor UC Irvine! Head to http://nursing.uci.edu/ to take the next step in your nursing career.

Sources for this week's episode can be found below!

https://www.oxygen.com/snapped/crime-news/milton-sawyer-killed-by-wife-angel-isaac-melcher-why

https://thecinemaholic.com/milton-sawyer-murder-how-did-he-die-who-killed-him/

https://www.distractify.com/p/who-killed-milton-sawyer

https://thecinemaholic.com/where-is-milton-sawyers-killer-isaac-melcher-now/

https://www.the-sun.com/news/6498380/dateline-milton-saw

https://www.cnn.com/2021/12/25/us/nurse-rescue-dog-patient-hospital-rome-new-york/index.html

Good ER Doctor Bad ER Doctor Jul 11, 2023

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Content Advisory Warning: The following episode contains sensitive material involving a child and may not be suitable for some listeners. Listener discretion is advised.

This week's episode is guest hosted by Nurse Practitioner Heather. Together, we delve into a compelling case from 1996, set in a rural hospital in California. The story revolves around an infant who is admitted to the emergency room with a perplexing illness. As the situation unfolds, Dr. Wolfgang suggests a transfer to a specialized pediatric hospital, only to find himself facing murder charges as a result. In our "Good Nurse" segment, we highlight an emergency room doctor who, after an exhausting shift at the hospital, was caught engaging in a heartwarming act of service for a homeless individual. This remarkable incident showcases the doctor's compassion and dedication beyond the confines of the medical setting.

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Thank you to our sponsor CBD Stat! If you use CBD oils, please try CBD Stat and get 30% off high-quality CBD available at http://www.cbdstat.care/goodnursebadnurse

Thank you to our sponsor Eko! Please visit them at https://ekohealth.com and use promo code GNBN for $50 off your purchase of the new Littmann Cardiology IV stethoscope with Eko technology!

Thank you to our sponsor UC Irvine! Head to http://nursing.uci.edu/ to take the next step in your nursing career.

Sources for this week's episode can be found below:

https://www.sfgate.com/bayarea/article/Doctor-ruled-negligent-Lake-County-physician-2839885.php

https://www.law.uh.edu/healthlaw/perspectives/bioethics/980213NegligenceHomicide.html

https://www.latimes.com/archives/la-xpm-1998-feb-21-mn-21408-story.html

https://casetext.com/case/burrows-v-redbud-community-hosp-2

Good Nurse Blake (HE’S BACK!) Bad Fake Nursing Schools Jul 04, 2023

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In this week's episode, we welcome back the incredible Nurse Blake. We couldn't be more excited to have him join us again as our guest host! In this episode, we shine a spotlight on a disturbing scheme that unfolded within three nursing schools in Florida. These institutions were recently exposed for their participation in a massive operation that distributed approximately 7,600 fraudulent nursing diplomas.

We're showcasing Nurse Blake for our Good Nurse segment, and we're eager to share the remarkable endeavors he has pursued in recent years.

Please support our show by supporting our sponsors below!

Thank you to our sponsor CBD Stat! If you use CBD oils, please try CBD Stat and get 30% off high-quality CBD available at http://www.cbdstat.care/goodnursebadnurse

Thank you to our sponsor Eko! Please visit them at https://ekohealth.com and use promo code GNBN for $50 off your purchase of the new Littmann Cardiology IV stethoscope with Eko technology!

Thank you to our sponsor UC Irvine! Head to http://nursing.uci.edu/ to take the next step in your nursing career.

Links for this week's episode:

https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/us/pa-officials-tell-18-nurses-prove-your-credentials-arent-fake-or-face-discipline/ar-AA1bSneE

https://www.justice.gov/usao-sdfl/pr/fraudulent-nursing-diploma-scheme-leads-federal-charges-against-25-defendants

https://abc13.com/houston-nursing-school-fake-degrees-jeans-nclex-review-victims-share-story/12793220/

https://www.wsbtv.com/news/local/georgia-nurses-accused-having-fake-diplomas-say-their-degrees-are-legitimate/VMNQMA4BP5FTTHZGANGNE4XLKA/

https://www.local10.com/news/local/2023/05/15/prosecutors-5-plead-guilty-in-south-florida-fake-nursing-diploma-scheme/

https://www.beckershospitalreview.com/nursing/how-did-2-800-nurses-with-fake-degrees-pass-the-nclex.html

https://www.beckershospitalreview.com/nursing/37-of-nurses-in-degree-scheme-passed-nclex-feds-say.html

https://www.newsweek.com/florida-nursing-diploma-scandal-fraud-charges-career-1799759

Good Freedom House Ambulance Service Bad First Responders Jun 27, 2023

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Content Advisory Warning: This episode contains disturbing material that may not be suitable for all listeners.

Britney Daniels, nurse and author, is back in the studio to guest host this week's episode! On this week's episode, we shine a spotlight on some of the experiences and challenges faced by people of color when interacting with EMTs, paramedics, and emergency responders. In our uplifting "Good Nurse" segment, we celebrate a remarkable team of all Black paramedics who set a gold standard in emergency medical response.

Please support our show by supporting our sponsors below!

Thank you to our sponsor CBD Stat! If you use CBD oils, please try CBD Stat and get 30% off high-quality CBD available at http://www.cbdstat.care/goodnursebadnurse

Thank you to our sponsor Eko! Please visit them at https://ekohealth.com and use promo code GNBN for $50 off your purchase of the new Littmann Cardiology IV stethoscope with Eko technology!

Thank you to our sponsor UC Irvine! Head to http://nursing.uci.edu/ to take the next step in your nursing career

Sources for this week's episode can be found below!

https://www.npr.org/2023/01/20/1150492596/elijah-mcclain-death-colorado-police-paramedics-plead-not-guilty#:~:text=The%20amended%20autopsy%20report%20released,administration%20after%20being%20forcibly%20restrained.

https://www.nytimes.com/article/who-was-elijah-mcclain.html

https://www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news/family-mom-5-died-ketamine-injection-paramedic-files-wrongful-death-la-rcna55509

https://dallasweekly.com/2022/07/the-case-of-ladamonyon-hall-and-where-it-is-today/

https://www.nytimes.com/article/who-was-elijah-mcclain.html

https://www.illinoistimes.com/springfield/new-details-emerge-in-case-against-ems-workers-charged-with-murder/Content?oid=16407188

https://www.npr.org/sections/health-shots/2022/11/05/1132533191/how-a-team-of-black-paramedics-set-the-gold-standard-for-emergency-medical-respo