When Nursing and the Law Collide: Navigating Criminal Risks in Practice

About this event:

Nurses are held to high professional and ethical standards, but what happens when legal issues arise? Please join us for this legal education webinar that explores how criminal matters – both inside and outside the workplace – can impact nursing practice, trigger CNO investigations, and jeopardize a nurse’s career.

During this presentation, RNAO members will gain insight into:

• common legal risks in nursing, including workplace misconduct, boundary violations, drug diversion, and impaired practice
• the role of CNO in investigating criminal charges, even those unrelated to professional practice
• what to do if contacted by police and how to navigate criminal proceedings
• the potential consequences of a criminal record on CNO registration and employment
• where to seek legal support

Presenter and credentials:

Jody Berkes, B.C.L., LL.B, Berkes Law, Certified as a Specialist in Criminal Litigation by the Law Society of Ontario

Moderator: Mara Haase, RNAO-LAP administrator