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Connecticut DPH hearing continues in nurse Rochelle George’s credential dispute; judge to review briefs, move to executive session
Summary
A Jan. 12 continuation of a Connecticut Department of Public Health disciplinary hearing focused on testimony about Rochelle George’s education and transfer credits, with counsel disputing how a MedSurg II grade and online work were handled. The officer said she will read the new briefs and reconvened in executive session to review sealed transcript pages.
The Connecticut Department of Public Health on Jan. 12 continued a disciplinary hearing in the statement of charges against registered nurse Rochelle George, RN, APRN, focusing on testimony about her educational history, transfer credits and whether prior coursework satisfied licensure requirements. The hearing convened at 10 a.m. and the officer overseeing the matter said she will read newly filed briefs this week and then reach a decision.
Why it matters: The hearing examines whether Ms. George’s prior coursework and examinations meet Connecticut licensing standards for advanced practice registration, a determination that could affect her license status. Counsel also debated procedural filings, including the department’s motion to strike and respondent’s objection and reply, which the officer will review before ruling.
During the morning session, attorneys for both sides confirmed filings and entered two exhibits into the record without objection: Board Exhibit 6 (notice of continued hearing dated Dec. 18,…
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