Legal Nurse Podcast

With the increasing number of nurse practitioners, we find a comparable increase in malpractice suits in which they’re involved. Rebecca Paschall, who is both a nurse practitioner and a legal nurse consultant, shares crucial information for LNCs evaluating the work of nurse practitioner charting and liability. While her comments focus mainly on office settings, Rebecca describes how often valuable information may come from those who observed medical errors being played out in hospital settings. A statement by a spouse, roommate, or also a staff member may provide essential documentation in a case. In evaluating an NP's documentation for office visits, it's essential to read the notes thoroughly. Using the example of severe heartburn, Rebecca describes the optimal steps to take to exclude other possible diagnoses. What kinds of tests are done? Is the patient advised to go to the ER under certain conditions? Also is a follow up visit scheduled? The LNC also wants to see whether the NP is relying solely on standard templates. How much detail does the practitioner put into the notes? Do various elements of the notes agree with each other? This podcast is filled with critical information not only about what an LNC needs to look for in medical documentation but also how careful, thorough, and accurate charting can protect an NP from legal action. Learn more about Nurse Practitioner Charting and Liability Analysis - Rebecca Paschall How can an LNC best handle omissions and also conflicting reports? Why is it so important to read all of the documentation about a case? What is a SOAP note? What are some common areas for litigation in the case of a nurse practitioner? Why should nurse practitioners be cautious in the use of templates? Listen to our podcasts or watch them using our app, Expert.edu, available at legalnursebusiness.com/expertedu. Get the free transcripts and also learn about other ways to subscribe. Go to Legal Nurse Podcasts subscribe options by using this short link: http://LNC.tips/subscribepodcast. https://youtu.be/TX1sL_eOdRA Announcing LNC SuccessTM Virtual Conference 9 March 14, 15, 16, 2024 Join us for a 3-day virtual event designed for legal nurse consultants just like you LNC SuccessTM Pat Iyer and Barbara Levin put together THE first Legal Nurse Consulting Virtual Conference in July 2020. They are back with their 8th all-new conference based on what attendees said they’d find most valuable. The LNC Success Conference implementation and also networking event is designed for LNCs at any stage in their career. Build your expertise, also attract higher-paying attorney clients, and take your business to the next level. After the LNC SuccessTM Virtual Conference, you will leave with clarity, confidence, and also an effective step-by-step action plan that you can immediately implement in your business. Your Presenter of Nurse Practitioner Charting and Liability Analysis - Rebecca Paschall Rebecca Paschall, is a Family Nurse Practitioner who has been in clinical practice in Primary Care, Urgent Care and Community Health for the past 23 years. She is also a former Peace Corps volunteer who served in Cameroon, West Africa in Maternal Child Health. Rebecca graduated from the University of Florida with BA in English and Internal Studies and completed her BSN and Master's Degrees in Nursing at Johns Hopkins University, as a Peace Corps Fellow and National Health Service Corps Scholar. She has been working independently as a Legal Nurse Consultant since 2013. Rebecca is dedicated to evidence based practice and delivering compassionate health care. Connect with Rebecca www.paschallmedicallegal.com

As an LNC, you may have encountered the medical/legal issues that arise when a hospital’s chain of command and also nursing administration isn’t clearly defined. These problems can especially affect a nurse who sees a problem with a medical or pharmaceutical order or with a patient’s condition and is unable to get anyone to address the situation. For these and other reasons, nursing administration can be of tremendous assistance to an attorney trying to discern where a breakdown may have occurred that caused a potential malpractice issue. Lisa Ortega, experienced nursing administrator and LNC, shares these and other issues that can cause issues that are dangerous and may lead to liability. A key issue in these pandemic times has to do with rises in drug abuse, domestic violence, and mental health conditions. Patients with psychiatric conditions have been increasingly injuring nurses. This danger causes the need for extra alertness on the part of hospital personnel. Another medical liability issue has to do with the degree to which those in personnel check the employment records of staff. Lisa cites frequent job changes—or in the case of traveling nurses—agency changes as red-flag situations. She advocates that hospitals run the most thorough checks possible before hiring new employees. She also strongly urges that drug supplies be checked carefully. Both LNCs and those in supervisory and administrative positions in hospitals will find Lisa’s podcast an invaluable source of information. https://youtu.be/HhDejC7x_EY Join me in this episode of Legal Nurse Podcast to hear how nursing administration can be of tremendous assistance to an attorney trying to discern where a breakdown may have occurred. What are a nursing administrator’s responsibilities? How does the chain of command in a hospital function? Why is it important to fill out incident reports for every error? What makes a nursing administrator an especially valuable LNC? What are some of the particular challenges of making sure employees have been fully vetted? How do hospital administrations track down and deal with missing narcotics within the hospital? Build your expertise with criminal cases, attract higher-paying attorney clients, and take your business to the next level. The Path of the Bullet is a live cast virtual conference 2-Day event designed for LNC and forensic nurses just like you. Get More Criminal Cases Attract Attorneys Handling Criminal Cases Position Yourself as the Go-To LNC for Criminal Cases Network with your Colleagues The Path of the Bullet is a live cast virtual conference 2-Day event designed for LNC and forensic nurses just like you. Pat Iyer put together the first Legal Nurse Consulting Virtual Conference in July 2020. Teresa Devitt-Lynch and Pat teamed up to create this all new conference based on what attendees said they’d find most valuable. This new implementation and networking event is designed for LNCs at any stage in their career. Build your expertise with criminal cases, attract higher-paying attorney clients, and take your business to the next level. Your Presenter Lisa M. Ortega holds a Doctorate of Nursing Practice from Chamberlain College of Nursing. Lisa’s educational background and years of healthcare experience provides a unique skill set to support you and your cases. As an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse with advanced medical knowledge and research experience, she has the ability to critique both medical and nursing practice, saving you time and money. Ten years in nursing leadership and also administrative roles have provided her knowledge and understanding of regulatory oversight including that by The Joint Commission and The Department of Public Health. This experience allows Lisa to critique care against standards of practice and regulatory bodies; strengthening your case for quicker resolution and outcomes in your favor.

In this podcast episode, Adriana shares how the LNC can contribute to the Social Security Disability application process. One of the most confusing subjects in the U.S. government is Social Security. It’s a maze-like institution, and it can be very difficult to navigate. For this reason, many people hire lawyers to help them navigate the system. Because lawyers and patients may have their own difficulties navigating the world of medical terminology, this is an opportunity for legal nurse consultants to get involved. Most legal cases concern Social Supplement Income (SSI), which may apply to those not yet old enough for Social Security. Those in government are wrong who claim that huge fraud rates occur in SSI applications. Adriana de la Torre is an attorney who works in the area of Social Security claims. She cites the percentage of fraudulent claims as about 1%. Adriana goes into a detailed description of the various stages of a claim, which anyone who has to go through the process for themselves or someone else will find helpful. She also explains that attorneys take such cases on contingency. Arrangements are made for them to be paid from back payments due. When certain requirements are met, a non-attorney can represent clients. This is an opening for an LNC to operate independently in this system. She explains how this can be done. This podcast is dedicated to showcasing the many opportunities for LNCs. We hope you find this one useful. Here's What to Expect from the Podcast: How the LNC Can Contribute to the Social Security Disability Application Process What is Social Security? Why can it be so difficult to get disability benefits? How can fraud be identified? How does an attorney get paid for services in a Social Security case? What role can an LNC play in such cases? Listen to our podcasts or watch them using our app, Expert.edu, available at legalnursebusiness.com/expertedu. Get the free transcripts and also learn about other ways to subscribe. Go to Legal Nurse Podcasts subscribe options by using this short link: http://LNC.tips/subscribepodcast. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CnocoDDYr8I Join us for Medical Records Analysis Volume 3 Each chapter in the book will be written by a different LNC. When you write your chapter for this book, you’ll gain Visibility so that attorneys can find you and offer you work Authority and credibility – you’ll be a recognized expert Encouragement and support from Pat Iyer and your fellow authors Your investment includes: A self-paced course to teach you how to structure and write your 1500-to-2000-word chapter – so there is no guesswork. You’ll get a system you can use to be successful. A meeting with me, Pat Iyer to discuss the focus of your chapter so you know how to get started. Complete publishing package that includes editing, formatting, cover design and placing the book on Amazon. A virtual book launch event where you can invite guests to learn about your book. A collaborative relationship with your coauthors - when they market the book, you can visibility to their audience An Amazon bestseller campaign - we've gotten prior volumes to #1 Amazon bestseller status within a day A complimentary copy of the book and the opportunity to purchase them at a 50% discount over retail price (in multiples of 10 copies) Payment is due now to reserve your spot. We have a maximum of 15 spots and they will go quickly. Enrollment Period: June - July 2024 Self-paced course on how to write your chapter: Available immediately upon enrollment Author chapters due: September 30, 2024 Editing, Formatting, Printing: October - November 2024 Books Available for Sale: December 1, 2024 Register here. Your Presenter of How the LNC Can Contribute to the Social Security Disability Application Process - Adriana de la Torre Adriana’s practice focuses exclusively on representi...

An LNC who wants to expand her business will very likely get involved in supplying expert witnesses. Kathleen Isenhart, an LNC who currently works primarily with defense attorneys, has extensive experience with the hiring and coaching process.

Are you interested in learning to use a marketing tool that doesn’t cost a lot of money and can help you find exactly the clients you want to attract? This podcast will give you an insider’s view of LinkedIn and a step-by-step outreach plan that you can start to use today. One of the biggest challenges a new LNC faces is learning to successfully market. When the onset of COVID reduced her clinical hours, Amy Puls, an advanced practice nurse practitioner in family medicine, had to build her LNC practice quickly. She formed a clear intention and got to work. One of Amy’s first actions was to connect to other LNCs on Facebook and other platforms. She asked for advice, and people were eager to give it to her. Through that willingness to ask, she formed many valuable connections. She focused her attention next on LinkedIn, which she describes as the key to her success. She emphasizes that, while this platform is cost-effective, it does take focus and work. You need to post regularly so that potential clients can get a sense of your expertise. You also need to learn to effectively learn hashtags. Most of all, you need to reach out without being annoying. https://youtu.be/5_XOUZrg8LQ Join me in this episode of Legal Nurse Podcast to learn about LinkedIn Tips and Tricks for LNCs • What kinds of pitfalls can an LNC face in the early days of practice? • How does the power of intention make a difference in your success? • How can networking with other LNCs teach you about marketing? • What are the marketing benefits of LinkedIn for an LNC? • Why is posting regularly on LinkedIn so important? • How can you use hashtags to enhance your presence on LinkedIn? 3 Simple Secrets to Getting Attorneys to Notice, Remember and Hire You – and Not at Substandard Rates a FREE Masterclass with Gerry Foster In this free masterclass, you’ll gain concrete tips on how to establish your brand so that you stand out. You’ll get the keys to excite, delight, and ignite your market, making it easier to get new attorney clients. Here's just a sample of what we'll cover in this incredible training: How to use effective tactics to build your LNC businessYour brand: the foundation of a successful LNC business!How to ensure your clients have a clear understanding of what makes you different and better than other LNCs who could work on this case... and much, MUCH More! Click here for the replay and a special free offer. Gerry generously offered to analyze your brand and give an hour of his time to brandstorm with you – yes, you might not know that word. Gerry will get on a Zoom call with you and guide you through an assessment of your brand. And all at no charge. Your Presenter I have been a nurse for 24 years - 8 of which have been as a Advanced Practice Nurse Practitioner in Family Medicine. My background is in both pediatric and adult critical care, prehospital EMS, air medical, and now primary care. I have served as a guest speaker at many community health and wellness fairs as well as a presenter at national conferences in prehospital care. As a legal nurse, I serve both as an expert witness and behind the scenes. Connect with Amy www.globalnurseconsulting.com or on social media www.linkedin.com/in/amypulslegalnursewww.linkedin.com/globalnurseconsultinghttps://www.facebook.com/globalnurseconsulting