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Public commenter urges stricter enforcement and screening for nurses; BRN staff describe intervention program
Summary
A public commenter said repeated complaints about nurses' drug use were not resolved and called for random drug tests at license renewal; BRN staff outlined existing intervention programs and said BRN does not require drug testing on renewal.
A member of the public told the Nurse Midwifery Advisory Committee on Oct. 12, 2025, that she had reported multiple registered nurses for suspected drug use and volatile behavior and urged the board to consider stronger enforcement measures, including random drug testing at license renewal.
Bianca Stephani, who identified herself during the public‑comment period, said she had filed complaints that the board later closed and…
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