The Dark Legacy of Charles Cullen – Killer Nurse

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When we think of nurses, we often picture compassionate caregivers dedicated to saving lives and providing comfort. However, the story of Charles Cullen, RN, shatters this image, revealing a chilling narrative of betrayal and death within the walls of hospitals. Known as the “Killer Nurse,” Cullen’s actions left an indelible mark on the medical community…

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LNC Medical Evidence Review

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A medical evidence review by an LNC plays a key role in murder cases. If you’re a fan of true-crime programs or novels, you may be familiar with the terms motive, means, and opportunity. They used to establish intent, or are they used to establish something else? What are those three motivations for murder? Introducing…

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The LNC Critical Role: Medical Evidence Review

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    What is the role of the nurse working on a criminal case in helping to examine the evidence, applying our knowledge as healthcare providers in this specialized field where the stakes are incredibly high? Consider this when an attorney contacts you to review a case. What is the evidence?  What do you think…

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Homicide or Suicide: The LNC’s Impact on Legal Battles

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Homicide or suicide: the LNC’s impact on legal battles is tremendous. Gunshot Wounds As healthcare providers and LNCs, we consider factors when examining the documentation available. Reports provided by the police, investigators, or medical professionals who examine a body. What are some of those factors that we should consider? Gunshot is one of the more…

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The Role of an Expert Witness

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The role of being an LNC expert witness can expand your career. And have you ever considered the dynamic and impactful role of an LNC expert witness within the legal realm? Becoming an expert witness is not just about possessing specialized knowledge. It’s about effectively communicating that knowledge to make a substantial difference in legal…

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Building an Expert Witness Practice

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  Building a successful expert witness practice requires skills, qualities, and strategies. Whether you are just starting or looking to expand your practice, understanding the key principles can help you thrive in this challenging and rewarding field. Getting Started Many experts begin their journey by actively seeking cases or being approached by attorneys or Legal…

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The Top Traits of a Successful Nursing Expert Witness

To be a successful nursing expert, you must have a strong mindset and be a take-action person. There are several common features and traits that successful expert witnesses share. If you don’t have these yet, you can develop them with practice and perseverance. More than likely, you already have some of these traits if you…

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Getting My First Expert Witness Case

I had my first case thirty days after not knowing anything about being an expert witness. A seminar titled Career Alternatives for Nurses caught my attention. In the fall of 1987, I sat in a conference room listening to a nurse talk about jobs in home care, utilization review, and risk management. The speaker also…

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Journal for Success for Your LNC Business

The Long-term Benefits of Journaling, Pat Iyer LNC Writing

How to Journal for Success in Your LNC Business Journaling helps many people, personally and for their businesses to take a deep dive using journal prompts. If you are an LNC business owner, you know that talk of journaling comes up in business conversations quite frequently. Not only is it a great way to organize…

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What is Your LNC Money Mindset?

What is Your Money Mindset? Pat Iyer LNC

Your money mindset affects both your business and personal finances. It’s imperative for you to identify how you feel about money. Asking yourself about your money beliefs is the most critical question when you are contemplating billing and collection for your invoices. Your beliefs directly affect how you experience cash flow. Consider how you feel…

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