The Board of Examiners for Nursing in Connecticut convened on October 2, 2025, to address several key issues, including a significant consent order involving registered nurse Dolores Dear.

During the meeting, the board reviewed petition number 2025-64 concerning Dear, who was employed at a school. The case arose from an incident on December 2, 2024, where Dear provided unauthorized asthma treatment to a child, which did not meet the standard of care. She administered an inhaler that was not prescribed for the child and advised the parent to continue further treatments. Additionally, she conducted a physical exam of the child without proper authorization.

The proposed consent order recommended a formal reprimand of Dear's nursing license and a six-month probation period. During this probation, she would be required to complete coursework on nursing scope of practice and documentation, as she failed to properly document the medication administration.

Following the presentation of the case by Attorney Kataya, board member Lisa made a motion to reject the consent order as written, which was seconded by another member, Cindy. The board's decision on this motion will determine the next steps for Dear's case.

This meeting highlights the board's commitment to maintaining nursing standards and ensuring accountability among registered nurses in Connecticut. Further discussions and decisions regarding the consent order are expected in upcoming sessions.