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Disciplinary Actions Taken by the Board

Disciplinary Actions per Board Meeting

The Board of Nursing meets 12 times a year and takes disciplinary actions during each meeting.  Listed below are the meetings held for the past year.  The status and any disciplinary documents for individual nurses or nursing assistants licensed in Oregon are available on the OSBN Verification System.  Or, you can download a file of all actions taken during the meetings below.
 
​​The Oregon State Board of Nursing (OSBN) took final disciplinary action against the following nurses or nursing assistants during its August 17, 2022, Board Meeting.  The status of individual nurses or nursing assistants licensed in Oregon is available on the OSBN Verification System​​.  Or, you can download a file of all actions​ taken during the meeting. ​

Benton County
  • The Board reprimanded the registered nurse license of Herma Ornes (200242299RN) for failing to administer medications in a manner consistent with state and federal law, abusing a client, and failing to conform to the essential standards of acceptable nursing practice.  She resides in Corvallis, Ore.
Clackamas County
  • The Board accepted the Voluntary Surrender of Margaret A. Griffith’s registered nurse license (083043001RN) for violating the terms and conditions of a Board Order.  She resides in Lake Oswego, Ore.
  • The Board denied the CNA application of Sophie M. Padilla for failing to cooperate during an investigation.  She resides in Milwaukie, Ore. 
Coos County
  • The Board imposed a $1,600 civil penalty on Pamela L. Inman’s practical nurse license (083044914LPN) for practicing nursing without a current Oregon license.  She resides in Coos Bay, Ore.
Crook County
  • The Board reprimanded the nursing assistant certificate of Kimberly D. Baker (202108596CNA) for failing to respect client dignity and rights.  She resides in Prineville, Ore.
Deschutes County
  • The Board reinstated and placed the registered nurse license of Stacey L. Boeholt (201242364RN) on probation for 24 months for practicing nursing while impaired.  She resides in Bend, Ore.
  • The Board placed the registered nurse license of Kimberly A. Owen (200141403RN) on probation for 24 months for practicing nursing while impaired and using intoxicants in a manner dangerous to herself or others.  She resides in Bend, Ore.
Jackson County
  • The Board denied the CNA application of Leann R. Morris for misrepresentation in applying for a certificate.  She resides in Eagle Point, Ore.
  • The Board revoked the practical nurse license of Brittany P. Oliver (202008176LPN) for violating the terms and conditions of a Board Order and failing to cooperate during an investigation.  She resides in Medford, Ore.
Lane County
  • The Board suspended the nursing assistant certificate of Lyndsay L.A. Pique (201606954CNA) for a minimum 14 days for failing to cooperate with the Board during an investigation.  She resides in Cottage Grove, Ore.
Marion County
  • The Board placed the registered nurse license of Kyla R. Neskahi (202008191RN) on probation for 12 months with conditions for falsifying data, failing to document nursing interventions and practice, and failing to conform to the essential standards of nursing practice.  She resides in Salem, Ore.
Multnomah County
  • The Board accepted the voluntary withdrawal of Aubrey J. Comstock’s RN reinstatement application for using intoxicants in a manner dangerous to herself or others.  She resides in Portland, Ore.
  • The Board placed the registered nurse license of Kara N. Ferguson (201241368RN) on probation for 24 months for using intoxicants in a manner dangerous to herself or others.  She resides in Portland, Ore.
  • The Board accepted the Voluntary Surrender of Tina D. Kearney’s practical nurse license (200130062LPN) for failing to maintain professional boundaries with a client, soliciting money and property from a client, and demonstrated incidents of abusive behavior.  She resides in Portland, Ore.
  • The Board denied the CNA reactivation application of Amber D. Reid (000038098CNA) for willful fraud and misrepresentation in applying for a certificate and failing to answer questions truthfully.  She resides in Portland, Ore.
  • The Board denied the RN application of Rebecca D. Reynolds (200140380RN) for failing to cooperate with the Board during an investigation and violating the terms and conditions of a Board order.  She resides in Portland, Ore.
  • The Board reprimanded the registered nurse license of Alejandra M. Unroe (202109895RN) for neglecting a client and failing to conform to the essential standards of acceptable nursing practice.  She resides in Portland, Ore.
  • The Board reprimanded the registered nurse license of Edward Yeremuk (201800331RN) with conditions for engaging in threatening behavior towards a coworker and failing to conform to the essential standards of acceptable nursing practice.  He resides in Portland, Ore.
Washington County
  • The Board reprimanded and imposed a $2,500 civil penalty with conditions on Wendy S. Brady’s registered nurse license (201908280RN) for conduct derogatory to the standards of nursing and failing to conform to the essential standards of acceptable nursing practice.  She resides in Portland, Ore.
  • The Board accepted the Voluntary Surrender of Mariel Hall’s registered nurse license (201602856RN) for demonstrated incidents of dishonesty and fraud.  She resides in Tigard, Ore.
  • The Board placed the family nurse practitioner license of Jennifer Jablin (201150179NP) on probation for 12 months with conditions for failing to take action to preserve client safety and failing to conform to the essential standards of acceptable nursing practice.  She resides in Tigard, Ore.
  • The Board reprimanded the registered nurse license of Gretchen A. Kempfer (201909380RN) for engaging in other unacceptable behavior towards or in the presence of a client.  She resides in Tualatin, Ore.
  • The Board accepted the Voluntary Surrender of Steven W. Kennimer’s registered nurse license (200241434RN) for violating the terms and conditions of a Board Order.  He resides in Beaverton, Ore.
Yamhill County
  • The Board denied the CNA application of Sara M. King for failing to cooperate with the Board during an investigation.  She resides in Willamina, Ore.
Out of State
  • Arkansas—The Board reprimanded the practical nurse license of Michael E. Christian (202104932LPN) for engaging in other unacceptable behavior toward a client.  He resides in Fayetteville, Ark.
  • Montana—The Board placed the registered nurse license of Lisa M. Schuessler (200141684RN) on probation for 12 months for conduct derogatory to the standards of nursing.  She resides in Big Timber, Mont.
  • New Jersey—The Board accepted the voluntary withdrawal of Tracy L. Smith’s RN application for failing to answer questions truthfully on an application for licensure.  She resides in Edison, N.J.
  • Virginia—The Board placed the registered nurse license of Ashley C. Liggins (202113056RN) on probation for 12 months for failing to conform to the essential standards of acceptable nursing practice.  She resides in Sterling, Va.
  • Washington—The Board accepted the Voluntary Surrender of Michael R. McCarter’s practical nurse license (201230420LPN) for engaging in abusive behavior towards a coworker and engaging in other unacceptable behavior towards or in the presence of a client.  He resides in Vancouver, Wash.
​The Oregon State Board of Nursing (OSBN) took final disciplinary action against the following nurses or nursing assistants during its July 13, 2022, Board Meeting.  The status of individual nurses or nursing assistants licensed in Oregon is available on the OSBN Verification System​​.  Or, you can download a file of all actions​ taken during the meeting. ​

Lane County
  • The Board reprimanded the registered nurse license of Jessica Hubbard (201901170RN) with conditions for falsifying data and demonstrated incidents of dishonesty.  She resides in Cottage Grove, Ore.
Multnomah County
  • The Board placed the registered nurse license of Rachel E. Beyer (098003060RN) on probation for 12 months with conditions for neglecting a client, falsifying data, and failing to conform to the essential standards of nursing practice.  She resides in Portland, Ore.
Umatilla County
  • The Board placed the registered nurse license of Elizabeth A. Johnston (200940201RN) on probation for 24 months for neglecting a client and failing to conform to the essential standards of acceptable nursing practice.  She resides in Pendleton, Ore.
Washington County
  • The Board placed the registered nurse license of Trisha J. Mannix (200942239RN) on probation for 24 months for failing to comply with the terms and conditions of the Health Professionals’ Services Program.  She resides in Hillsboro, Ore.
Yamhill County
  • The Board placed the registered nurse license of Kevin D. Knesal (200641700RN) on probation for 24 months for using intoxicants to the extent injurious to himself or others.  He resides in McMinnville, Ore.
Out of State
  • California—The Board imposed a $2,500 civil penalty and suspended the practical nurse license of Sara A. Cabitto (201605915LPN) for 12 months for violating the terms and conditions of a Board Order, demonstrated incidents of dishonesty, and entering inaccurate documentation into a health record.  She resides in Yreka, Calif.
  • California—The Board accepted the voluntary withdrawal of Edemel E. Pareno’s RN application for resorting to deceit during the application process for licensure.  He resides in Union City, Calif.
  • California— The Board reinstated and placed the practical nurse license of Mindy R. Thomas (201402014LPN) on probation for 12 months due to previous revocation of her license.  She resides in Yreka, Calif.
  • Idaho— The Board suspended the CRNA license of Bradley S. Dalling (201811292CRNA) for 12 months, to be followed by two years of probation, and placed his RN license (201811282RN) on probation until his CRNA suspension and probation is completed.  For falsifying data, using intoxicants to the extent injurious to himself or others, obtaining unauthorized medications, and entering inaccurate documentation into a health record.  He resides in Fruitland, Idaho.
  • Idaho—The Board reprimanded and imposed a $500 civil penalty on Edward L. Dietrich’s registered nurse license (201340634RN) for the unauthorized removal of client information from the workplace and conduct derogatory to the standards of nursing.  He resides in Kuna, Idaho.
  • New Mexico— The Board revoked the registered nurse license of Dorothy A. Roman (201341736RN) for demonstrated incidents of dishonesty, falsifying data, and failing to cooperate with the Board during an investigation.  She resides in Las Vegas, N.M.
  • Texas—The Board accepted the voluntary withdrawal of Chester Jones IV’s RN application for failing to answer questions truthfully on an application for licensure.  He resides in Irving, Texas.

​The Oregon State Board of Nursing (OSBN) took final disciplinary action against the following nurses or nursing assistants during its June 15, 2022, Board Meeting.  The status of individual nurses or nursing assistants licensed in Oregon is available on the OSBN Verification System​​.  Or, you can download a file of all actions​ taken during the meeting. ​

Benton County
  • The Board reprimanded the registered nurse license of Jeremiah D. Moore (201702552RN) for falsifying data.  He resides in Philomath, Ore.
Clackamas County
  • The Board reprimanded the practical nurse license of Barbara Mickel (200930361LPN) and imposed a $700 civil penalty for violating a person’s rights of privacy and confidentiality by accessing information without proper authorization or a demonstrated need to know.  She resides in Estacada, Ore.
  • The Board accepted the Voluntary Surrender of Chayla J. Owen’s nursing assistant certificate (201710598CNA) for failing to respect the dignity and rights of clients, and demonstrated incidents of abusive behavior.  She resides in Canby, Ore.
Columbia County
  • The Board denied Amy A. Pritchett’s nursing assistant renewal application (200711239CNA) for failing to answer application questions truthfully and failing to cooperate with the Board during an investigation.  She lives in Saint Helens, Ore.
  • The Board revoked the registered nurse license of Gwendolyn Hull (202009982RN) for demonstrated incidents of dishonesty, engaging in threatening behavior toward a coworker, and failing to answer questions truthfully.  She resides in Saint Helens, Ore.
Harney County
  • The Board revoked the nursing assistant certificate of Amanda A. Mims (200810187CNA) for performing CNA duties while impaired and using intoxicants to the extent injurious to herself or others.  She resides in Hines, Ore.
Jackson County
  • The Board accepted the Voluntary Surrender of Benjamin S. Guerra’s nursing assistant certificate (202001432CNA) for conviction of a crime that bears demonstrable relationship to CNA duties.  He resides in Medford, Ore.
Lane County
  • The Board revoked the nursing assistant certificate of Fallon T. King (201900337CNA) for violating the terms and conditions of a Board Order.  She resides in Eugene, Ore.
Marion County
  • The Board revoked the nursing assistant certificate of Janet Cilia (201708989CNA) for leaving a nursing assistant assignment without properly notifying appropriate supervisory personnel and failing to answer questions truthfully.  She resides in Stayton, Ore.
Polk County
  • The Board reprimanded the registered nurse license of Kari L. Roper (082009968RN) for failing to take action to preserve or promote client safety and failing to conform to the essential standards of acceptable nursing practice.  She resides in Monmouth, Ore.
Washington County
  • The Board reprimanded the registered nurse license of Sara A. Brown (200140446RN) for demonstrated incidents of reckless behavior and failing to conform to the essential standards of acceptable nursing practice.  She resides in Gales Creek, Ore.
  • The Board placed the registered nurse license of Julia N. Rodriquez (200840519RN) on probation for 24 months for practicing nursing while impaired.  She resides in Hillsboro, Ore.
Out of State
  • Florida— The Board placed the registered nurse and certified registered nurse anesthetist licenses of Marc C. Johnson (202011145RN/ 202100711CRNA) on probation for 36 months for practicing nursing while impaired.  He resides in Lynn Haven, Fla.
  • Washington— The Board suspended the registered nurse license of Katherine A. Hanna (201140422RN) for 15 days for demonstrated incidents of violent, abusive, intimidating, neglectful, or reckless behavior and failing to conform to the essential standards of acceptable nursing practice.  She resides in Ridgefield, Wash.
  • Washington— The Board accepted the Voluntary Surrender of Kirstin B. Hartman’s nursing assistant certificate (201906759CNA) for violating the terms and conditions of a Board Order.  She resides in Grapeview, Wash.
  • Washington— The Board reprimanded the registered nurse license of Jeanniemarie L. Rice (201802384RN) with conditions for performing acts beyond her authorized scope and failing to conform to the essential standards of acceptable nursing practice.  She resides in Vancouver, Wash.
​​The Oregon State Board of Nursing (OSBN) took final disciplinary action against the following nurses or nursing assistants during its May 18, 2022, Board Meeting.  The status of individual nurses or nursing assistants licensed in Oregon is available on the OSBN Verification System​​.  Or, you can download a file of all actions​ taken during the meeting. 

Clackamas County
  • The Board placed the registered nurse license of Margaret A. Griffith (083043001RN) on probation for 24 months for violating the terms and conditions of a Board Order.  She resides in Lake Oswego, Ore.
  • The Board accepted the Voluntary Surrender of Justin C. Stubbs’s nursing assistant certificate (201800449CNA) for exploiting a client for personal gain and stealing money from the client family.  He resides in Wilsonville, Ore.
Clatsop County
  • The Board suspended the registered nurse license of Gina M. Verley (081001855RN) for 90 days with conditions for neglecting a client, demonstrated incidents of dishonesty, and failing to conform to the essential standards of acceptable nursing practice.  She resides in Hammond, Ore.
Deschutes County
  • The Board accepted the Voluntary Surrender of Danielle E. Schally’s practical nurse license (201900604LPN) for using intoxicants to the extent injurious to herself or others.  She resides in Sisters, Ore.
Jackson County
  • The Board revoked Steve R. Barnard’s nursing assistant certificate (201405583CNA) for abusing a person, using intoxicants to an extent injurious to himself or others, and failing to report a conviction to the Board within 10 days of the conviction.  He resides in Medford, Ore.
  • The Board accepted the Voluntary Surrender of Kimberly D. Swegar’s registered nurse license (200441361RN) for conduct substantially related to fitness and ability of licensee.  She resides in Gold Hill, Ore.
Lane County
  • The Board imposed a 15-day suspension and reprimand with conditions on the registered nurse license of Shad J. Bedingfield (201902264RN) for engaging in abusive behavior towards coworkers.  He resides in Eugene, Ore.
Linn County
  • The Board revoked Emmy L. Brockmann’s practical nurse license (202201801LPN) for failing to comply with the terms and conditions of the Health Professionals’ Services Program.  She resides in Albany, Ore.
  • The Board accepted the Voluntary Surrender of Frances Wheeler’s registered nurse license (201390698RN) for failing to comply with the terms and conditions of the Health Professionals’ Services Program.  She resides in Albany, Ore.
Multnomah County
  • The Board suspended the registered nurse license of Dana A. Christensen (201408522RN) for a minimum 14 days for failing to cooperate with the Board during an investigation.  She resides in Portland, Ore.
  • The Board suspended the registered nurse license of Scott M. Everson (200640271RN) for 30 days for abusing a client and failing to conform to the essential standards of acceptable nursing practice.  He resides in Portland, Ore.
  • The Board accepted the Voluntary Surrender of Mary E. Kern’s registered nurse license (093000530RN) for violating the terms and conditions of a Board Order.  She resides in Portland, Ore.
  • The Board suspended the registered nurse license of Dennis G. Montoya (201805043RN) for 30-days with conditions for engaging in sexual misconduct with a client in the workplace, failing to maintain professional boundaries with a client, and failing to conform to the essential standards of acceptable nursing practice.  He resides in Portland, Ore.
  • The Board placed the registered nurse license of Paige J. D. Sciulli (200141364RN) on probation for 24 months for using intoxicants to the extent injurious to herself or others.  She resides in Gresham, Ore.
  • The Board reprimanded the registered nurse license of Angele Stanley (097000477RN) for failing to document information pertinent to client care and failing to conform to the essential standards of acceptable nursing practice.  She resides in Portland, Ore.
Umatilla County
  • The Board suspended the practical nurse license of Sheffie D. Surber (200330441LPN) for 60 days and imposed a $2,000 civil penalty for failing to maintain professional boundaries with a client, failing to respect the dignity and rights of clients, and violating a person’s rights of privacy.  He resides in Hermiston, Ore.
Washington County
  • The Board reprimanded the practical nurse license of Lynn M. Hill (200430443LPN) for failing to take action to preserve client safety, failing to document client care information, and failing to conform to the essential standards of acceptable nursing practice.  She resides in Tigard, Ore.

Out of State
  • ​Georgia—The Board accepted the voluntary withdrawal of Tamika H. Winter’s LPN application for using intoxicants to the extent injurious to herself of others.  She resides in Carterville, Ga.
  • Washington— The Board placed the registered nurse license of Lynda J. Mjelde (095006686RN) on probation for 24 months for using intoxicants to the extent injurious to herself or others.  She resides in Vancouver, Wash.
  • Washington— The Board reprimanded the registered nurse license of Amy C. Schroeder (201504672RN) and imposed a $500 civil penalty for entering falsified documentation into agency records.  She resides in White Salmon, Wash.
  • Washington— The Board suspended the registered nurse license of Edward Yeremuk (201800331RN) for a minimum 14 days for failing to cooperate with the Board during an investigation.  She resides in Vancouver, Wash.
​The Oregon State Board of Nursing (OSBN) took final disciplinary action against the following nurses or nursing assistants during its April 13, 2022, Board Meeting.  The status of individual nurses or nursing assistants licensed in Oregon is available on the OSBN Verification System​​.  Or, you can download a file of all actions​ taken during the meeting. 

Benton County
  • The Board accepted the Voluntary Surrender of Renee M. Edwards’s family nurse practitioner license (200450130NP) for failing to properly assess and document client assessment when prescribing, prescribing drugs to a person who was not her client, and failing to conform to the essential standards of acceptable nursing practice.  She resides in Corvallis, Ore.
Coos County
  • The Board accepted the Voluntary Surrender of Jolene A. Patrick’s registered nurse license (200941184RN) for failing to administer medications in a manner consistent with state and federal law.  She resides in Bandon, Ore.
Douglas County
  • The Board placed the registered nurse license of Darin J. Werlinger (201608744RN) on probation for 24 months for using intoxicants to the extent injurious to himself or others.  He resides in Roseburg, Ore.
Jackson County
  • The Board suspended the practical nurse license of June I. D. Morales (201407328LPN) for a minimum 14 days for failing to cooperate with the Board during an investigation.  She resides in Medford, Ore.
  • The Board reprimanded the nursing assistant certificate of Dannielle C. Trotter Snell (201405529CNA) for abusing a person and performing acts beyond her CNA authorized duties.  She resides in Talent, Ore.
Linn County
  • The Board placed the registered nurse license of Carla J. Kostol (093000636RN) on probation for 24 months for using intoxicants to the extent injurious to herself or others.  She resides in Lebanon, Ore.
Marion County
  • The Board suspended the nursing assistant certificate of Jennie A. Roberts (201802271CNA) for 30 days, to be followed by 24 months of probation, for demonstrated incidents of dishonesty and fraud.  She resides in Mount Angel, Ore.
Multnomah County
  • The Board suspended the family nurse practitioner license of Christine E. O’Connor (201909923NP-PP) with conditions for 14 days for failing to maintain professional boundaries with a client.  She resides in Portland, Ore.
Washington County
  • The Board reprimanded the registered nurse license of Guy L. Inzunza (201805445RN) for failing to take action to preserve client safety and failing to conform to the essential standards of acceptable nursing practice.  He resides in Beaverton, Ore.
Out of State
  • Alabama—The Board accepted the voluntary surrender of Shaun D. Tolbert’s psychiatric/mental health nurse practitioner license and an amended stipulation of probation for his registered nurse license (201905636RN/ 201906152NP-PP) for conviction of a crime that bears demonstrable relationship to the practice of nursing.  He resides in Homewood, Ala.
  • Washington— The Board placed the registered nurse license of Jennifer E. Ayars (L202204165RN) on probation for 24 months, contingent on conditions, for conduct related to impairment.  She resides in Vancouver, Wash.
  • Washington— The Board accepted the Voluntary Surrender of Kristin J. Schaper’s registered nurse license (202010317RN) for practicing nursing while impaired.  She resides in Longview, Wash.
The Oregon State Board of Nursing (OSBN) took final disciplinary action against the following nurses or nursing assistants during its March 16, 2022, Board Meeting.  The status of individual nurses or nursing assistants licensed in Oregon is available on the OSBN Verification System​​.  Or, you can download a file of all actions​ taken during the meeting. 

Clackamas County
  • ​The Board reprimanded the practical nurse license of Reginald Lizieu (201803869LPN) for failing to take action to preserve client safety, entering inaccurate documentation into a health record, and failing to conform to the essential standards of acceptable nursing practice.  He resides in Clackamas, Ore.
Crook County
  • The Board placed the registered nurse license of Chachona C. Dalton (200641473RN) on probation for 12 months for practicing nursing while impaired and using intoxicants to the extent injurious to herself or others.  She resides in Prineville, Ore.
Deschutes County
  • The Board accepted the Voluntary Surrender of Ryan G. Nelson's registered nurse license (201143309RN) for violating the terms and conditions of a Board Order.  He resides in Sisters, Ore.
Lane County
  • The Board accepted the Voluntary Withdrawal of Justine B. Allen's nursing assistant application for conduct the is substantially related to her fitness and ability to perform CNA authorized duties.  She resides in Eugene, Ore.
  • The Board accepted the Voluntary Surrender of Rebecca S. Tomlinson's nursing assistant certificate (000027005CNA) for violating the terms and conditions of a Board Order.  She resides in Eugene, Ore.
Linn County
  • The Board reprimanded the nursing assistant and medication aide certificates of Amber L. Lawhon (200510468CNA/ 200820053CMA) for performing acts beyond the authorized duties and failing to administer medications as ordered by a LIP.  She resides in Lebanon, Ore.
Marion County
  • The Board revoked Stephanie L. McSherry's practical nurse license (200830305LPN) for violating the terms and conditions of a Board Order.  She resides in Salem, Ore.
Multnomah County
  • The Board placed the nursing assistant certificate of Moses J. Lopez (201012935CNA) on probation for 12 months for engaging in abusive and threatening behavior towards co-workers.  He resides in Portland, Ore.
  • The Board reprimanded the nursing assistant certificate of Heidi N. Reyes-Mendez (201310908CNA) for abusing a person and engaging in other unacceptable behavior towards a client.  She resides in Portland, Ore.
Umatilla County
  • The Board accepted the Voluntary Surrender of Shannon C. Blood's family nurse practitioner license (201392933NP-PP) for violating the terms and conditions of a Board Order.  She resides in Pendleton, Ore.
Washington County
  • The Board placed the registered nurse license of Rebecca S. Herren (201142200RN) on probation for 24 months for practicing nursing while unfit due to a mental impairment.  She resides in Beaverton, Ore.
Out of State
  • Arizona— The Board reprimanded the practical nurse license of Vanassa R. Sanders (200830286LPN) and imposed a $3,000 civil penalty for failing to maintain professional boundaries with a client, failing to answer questions truthfully, and failing to conform to the essential standards of acceptable nursing practice.  She resides in Casa Grande, Ariz.
  • Montana— The Board reprimanded the registered nurse license of Marilyn K. Hanley (201708414RN) for abusing and neglecting a client and failing to conform to the essential standards of acceptable nursing practice.  She resides in Eureka, Mont.
  • Nevada— The Board reprimanded the family nurse practitioner license of Thor F. Hauff (201391413NP-PP) and imposed a $1,500 civil penalty for failing to document nursing interventions and failing to conform to the essential standards of acceptable nursing practice.  He resides in Ely, Nev.
  • Washington— The Board reprimanded the registered nurse license of Beata Jachacy (200843358RN) for failing to take action to preserve client safety and failing to conform to the essential standards of acceptable nursing practice.  She resides in Vancouver, Wash.
  • Washington— The Board accepted the Voluntary Withdrawal of Charlton M. Sakari's nursing assistant application for violating the terms and conditions of a Board Order.  He resides in Tacoma, Wash.
​The Oregon State Board of Nursing (OSBN) took final disciplinary action against the following nurses or nursing assistants during its February 16, 2022, Board Meeting.  The status of individual nurses or nursing assistants licensed in Oregon is available on the OSBN Verification System​​.  Or, you can download a file of all actions​ taken during the meeting. 

Clackamas County
  • The Board accepted the Voluntary Surrender of James W. Hart's registered nurse license (091003303RN) for practicing nursing when unable due to a mental impairment and failing to conform to the essential standards of acceptable nursing practice.  He resides in Estacada, Ore.
  • The Board reprimanded the registered nurse license of Erica C. Knepper (099007067RN) for failing to take action to preserve client safety and failing to conform to the essential standards of acceptable nursing practice.  She resides in Damascus, Ore.
Douglas County
  • The Board suspended the practical nurse license of Michael L. Whightsil (201508816LPN) for 14 days for engaging in threatening behavior towards a coworker and demonstrated incidents of intimidating behavior.  He resides in Roseburg, Ore.
Hood River County
  • The Board reprimanded the registered nurse license of Hawni C. Grillone (099007885RN) for failing to clinically supervise persons to whom an assignment was made and failing to conform to the essential standards of acceptable nursing practice.  She resides in Hood River, Ore.
Jackson County
  • The Board revoked Nancy M. Wanetick's registered nurse license (201043445RN) for violating the terms and conditions of a Board Order.  She resides in Shady Cove, Ore.
Lane County
  • The Board placed the practical nurse license of Autumn M. Brown (201230109LPN) on probation for six months for practicing nursing while impaired and using intoxicants to the extent injurious to herself or others.  She resides in Dexter, Ore.
Linn County
  • The Board accepted the Voluntary Surrender of Taylor M. Groh's registered nurse license and nursing assistant certificate (201600161CNA/ 201906405RN) for obtaining unauthorized prescription medications and failing to administer medications in a lawful manner.  She resides in Albany, Ore.
Marion County
  • The Board reprimanded the practical nurse license of Alexandrea L. Dibala (201130485LPN) and imposed a $1,000 civil penalty for violating the rights of privacy and confidentiality of a client and engaging in unsecured transmission of protected client data.  She resides in Salem, Ore.
  • The Board reprimanded the practical nurse license of Rashad A. Furqan (201130249LPN) for failing to take action to preserve client safety and failing to conform to the essential standards of acceptable nursing practice.  He resides in Salem, Ore.
Multnomah County
  • The Board suspended the nursing assistant certificate of Richelle Haynes-Brown (202004524CNA) for a minimum 14 days for failing to cooperate with the Board during an investigation.  She resides in Portland, Ore.
Polk County
  • The Board suspended the registered nurse license of David F. Krussow (200141226RN) for 30 days for performing acts beyond his authorized scope and failing to conform to the essential standards of acceptable nursing practice.  He resides in Dallas, Ore.
Union County
  • The Board accepted the Voluntary Surrender of Vicki R. Browning's registered nurse license (092000671RN) for practicing nursing while impaired.  She resides in La Grande, Ore.
Wasco County
  • The Board accepted the Voluntary Withdrawal of Kevin D. West's nursing assistant application for misrepresentation during the certification process.  He resides in The Dalles, Ore.
Out of State
  • Alaska— The Board reprimanded the registered nurse license of Cindy Park (201702105RN) for failing to take action to promote client safety, failing to accurately document nursing interventions, and failing to conform to the essential standards of acceptable nursing practice.  She resides in Sitka, Alaska.
  • Florida— The Board accepted the Voluntary Surrender of Rachel B. Carson's registered nurse license (201807190RN) for failing to take action to preserve client safety and failing to conform to the essential standards of acceptable nursing practice.  She resides in Jacksonville, Fla.
  • Ohio—The Board accepted the Voluntary Withdrawal of Allison I. Wine's nursing assistant application for conduct unbecoming a nursing assistant.  She resides in Cincinnati, Ohio.
  • Oklahoma— The Board accepted the Voluntary Surrender of Curtis T. Green's registered nurse license (202108826RN) for obtaining unauthorized controlled medications and using intoxicants to the extent injurious to himself or others.  He resides in Oklahoma City, Okla.
  • Washington— The Board reprimanded the practical nurse license of Bridget D. Guinn (201405801LPN) for engaging in unacceptable behavior in the presence of a client.  She resides in White Salmon, Wash.
  • Washington— The Board suspended the registered nurse license of Micheal B. Lachappelle (201609743RN) for a minimum 14 days for failing to cooperate with the Board during an investigation.  He resides in Vancouver, Wash.
​The Oregon State Board of Nursing (OSBN) took final disciplinary action against the following nurses or nursing assistants during its January 12, 2022, Board Meeting.  The status of individual nurses or nursing assistants licensed in Oregon is available on the OSBN Verification System​​.  Or, you can download a file of all actions​ taken during the meeting. 

Clatsop County
  • The Board revoked Kayla Dixson's registered nurse license (202003022RN) for violating the terms and conditions of a Board Order.  She resides in Astoria, Ore.
Coos County
  • The Board reprimanded the family nurse practitioner license of Denise Gontiz (201800340NP-PP) for failing to accurately document nursing interventions and failing to conform to the essential standards of acceptable nursing practice.  She resides in Coos Bay, Ore.
  • The Board accepted the Voluntary Surrender of Juli Schurmann's family nurse practitioner license (200950045NP) for prescribing drugs to people who were not her clients, failing to accurately document nursing interventions, and failing to conform to the essential standards of acceptable nursing practice.  She resides in Coquille, Ore.
Deschutes County
  • The Board suspended the registered nurse license of Julie L. Aldous (088003073RN) for a minimum 14 days for failing to cooperate with the Board during an investigation.  She resides in Bend, Ore.
Douglas County
  • The Board placed the limited registered nurse license (L202200555RN) of Amanda M. Ciraulo on probation for 24 months contingent upon her enrollment in a re-entry program (and other conditions) due to use of intoxicants to the extent injurious to herself or others.  She resides in Roseburg, Ore.
  • The Board imposed a $1,500 civil penalty against Michelle A. Townsend's registered nurse license (200140055RN) for practicing nursing without a current Oregon license.  She resides in Roseburg, Ore.
Jackson County
  • The Board suspended the registered nurse license of Teri J. Willis (088000328RN) for 14 days for engaging in abusive behavior towards coworkers.  She resides in Medford, Ore.
Josephine County
  • The Board accepted the Voluntary Surrender of Becky J. Clausen's practical nurse licenses (200130441LPN) for obtaining unauthorized controlled medications and failing to conform to the essential standards of acceptable nursing practice.  She resides in Grants Pass, Ore. 
Lane County
  • The Board placed the registered nurse license of Tosha M. Carter (200643136RN) on probation for 24 months for failing to document information pertinent to a client's care and engaging in unacceptable behavior in the presence of the client's family.  She resides in Junction City, Ore.
Linn County
  • The Board denied Randi S. Monson's RN reactivation application (096000361RN) and imposed a $4,500 civil penalty for failing to answer application questions truthfully and practicing nursing without a current Oregon license.  He resides in Albany, Ore.
Malheur County
  • The Board reprimanded the psychiatric/mental health nurse practitioner license of Jody A. Stark (200550081NP) for failing to accurately document nursing interventions, failing to properly assess and document client assessment when prescribing drugs, and failing to conform to the essential standards of acceptable nursing practice.  She resides in Ontario, Ore.
Marion County
  • The Board reprimanded the nursing assistant certificate of Glenna A. Croff (200810889CNA) for using intoxicants to the extent injurious to herself or others.  She resides in Salem, Ore.
Multnomah County
  • The Board suspended the nursing assistant certificate of Kayleigh M. Eltrich (201801725CNA) for a minimum 14 days for failing to cooperate with the Board during an investigation.  She resides in Portland, Ore.
  • The Board suspended the nursing assistant certificate of Leanne Gettmann (201709875CNA) for a minimum 14 days for failing to cooperate with the Board during an investigation.  She resides in Portland, Ore.
  • The Board accepted the Voluntary Surrender of Micaela K. Poland's nursing assistant certificate (201710360CNA) for exploiting her position for personal gain and demonstrated incidents of dishonesty and fraud.  She resides in Portland, Ore.
  • The Board suspended the nursing assistant certificate of Jason R. Schmitz (202011448CNA) for 90 days with conditions for failing to respect the dignity and rights of clients, demonstrated incidents of abusive behavior, and failing to implement the plan of care developed by the RN.  He resides in Portland, Ore.
  • The Board suspended the registered nurse license of Carl F. Stuebner (094006570RN) for a minimum 14 days for failing to cooperate with the Board during an investigation.  He resides in Gresham, Ore.
Tillamook County
  • The Board suspended the nursing assistant and medication aide certificates of Carissa M. Andersen (201211510CNA/ 201602530CMA) for 30 days for demonstrated incidents of abusive behavior, failing to respect the dignity and rights of clients, and failing to answer questions truthfully during the course of an investigation.  She resides in Tillamook, Ore.
Washington County
  • The Board placed the nursing assistant certificate of Kirstin B. Hartman (201906759CNA) on probation for 24 months for performing authorized duties while impaired.  She resides in Portland, Ore.
  • The Board accepted the Voluntary Surrender of Mariah D. Myrland-Bruell's practical nurse license (201802703LPN) for demonstrated incidents of dishonesty, aiding an individual to circumvent any law, rule, or regulation, and the unauthorized removal of property from the workplace.  She resides in Forest Grove, Ore.
Out of State
  • Florida— The Board reprimanded the registered nurse license of Jessica E. Loesch (202102094RN) for violating a person's right to privacy and confidentiality.  She resides in Safety Harbor, Fla.
  • South Carolina— The Board accepted the Voluntary Surrender of Nicole A. Whitley's registered nurse license (202106307RN) for failing to conform to the essential standards of acceptable nursing practice.  She resides in Columbia, S.C.
  • Washington— The Board reprimanded the registered nurse license of Karen L. Aulis (094006079RN) and imposed a $1,500 civil penalty for violating a person's right to privacy and confidentiality.  She resides in Vancouver, Wash.
  • Washington— The Board revoked Melanie M. Estes's registered nurse license (200940437RN) for violating the terms and conditions of a Board Order.  She resides in Vancouver, Wash.
​The Oregon State Board of Nursing (OSBN) took final disciplinary action against the following nurses or nursing assistants during its December 15, 2021, Board Meeting.  The status of individual nurses or nursing assistants licensed in Oregon is available on the OSBN Verification System​​.  Or, you can download a file of all actions​ taken during the meeting.

Clackamas County
  • The Board reprimanded the registered nurse license of Alexandria L. Engels-Smith (201607372RN) for violating a person's right to privacy and confidentiality and failing to conform to the essential standards of acceptable nursing practice.  She resides in Happy Valley, Ore.
  • The Board reprimanded the registered nurse license of Margaret A. Griffith (083043001RN) with conditions for conduct derogatory to the standards of nursing.  She resides in Lake Oswego, Ore.

Columbia County

  • ​The Board accepted the Voluntary Surrender of Tera L. Roberts's registered nurse and family nurse practitioner licenses (200941738RN/ 201150123NP) for prescribing drugs to people who were not her clients and for prescribing drugs for personal use.  She resides in Vernonia, Ore.

Curry County

  • ​The Board accepted the Voluntary Surrender of Deanna L. Chapman's practical nurse license (201804538LPN) for failing to answer questions truthfully on a licensure application.  She resides in Brookings, Ore.

Deschutes County

  • The Board imposed a $5,000 civil penalty against Alicia Michaelson for representing herself as an LPN in Oregon without a nursing license.  She resides in Bend, Ore.
  • The Board placed the registered nurse license of Jenny M. Hadley (201406567RN) on probation for 24 months for using intoxicants to the extent injurious to herself or others.  She resides in Bend, Ore.

Douglas County

  • The Board reprimanded the family nurse license of William F. Briggs (085072588N1) for failing to accurately document nursing interventions and failing to conform to the essential standards of acceptable nursing practice.  He resides in Sutherlin, Ore.
  • The Board accepted the Voluntary Surrender of Samantha J. Slobodiak's nursing assistant certificate (201902526CNA) for failing to answer questions truthfully on her renewal application.  She resides in Myrtle Creek, Ore.

Jefferson County

  • The Board revoked Lisa M. Zelenka's registered nurse license (200942283RN) for violating the terms and conditions of a Board Order.  She resides in Madras, Ore.
Klamath County
  • The Board suspended the registered nurse license of Jessica C. Fraley (20084226​2RN) for 90 days for violating the terms and conditions of a Board Order.  She resides in Klamath Falls, Ore.
Lane County
  • The Board accepted the Voluntary Surrender of Marisia A. Daley's practical nurse license (201601737LPN) for violating the terms and conditions of a Board Order.  She resides in Eugene, Ore.
  • The Board revoked Cristine S. Leach's registered nurse license (200842697RN) for demonstrated incidents of dishonesty, falsifying data, and directing another person to alter data.  She resides in Cottage Grove, Ore.
  • The Board reprimanded the practical nurse license of Sabrina P. Scnear (201501357LPN) for performing acts beyond her authorized scope, failing to document nursing interventions in a thorough manner, and failing to conform to the essential standards of acceptable nursing practice.  She resides in Eugene, Ore.
  • The Board placed the registered nurse license of Karen D. Smith (200541693RN) on probation for 24 months for using intoxicants to the extent injurious to herself or others.  She resides in Eugene, Ore.
Linn County
  • The Board placed the nursing assistant certificate of Jubal S. Johnson (202114548CNA) on probation for 12 months based on criminal convictions.  He resides in Albany, Ore.
Marion County
  • The Board suspended the registered nurse license of Monica L. MacQuarrie (096000578RN) for six months, to be followed by 24 months of probation, for violating the terms and conditions of the Health Professionals' Services Program.  She resides in Sublimity, Ore.
Multnomah County
  • The Board accepted the Voluntary Surrender of Caroline Dion's practical nurse license (202000714LPN) for performing acts beyond her authorized scope of practice and failing to conform to the essential standards of acceptable nursing practice.  She resides in Portland, Ore.
  • The Board revoked Joseph K. Raney's registered nurse license (201800044RN) due to a felony conviction.  He resides in Portland, Ore.
  • The Board placed the registered nurse license of Joseph E. Tanner (201508479RN) on probation for 24 months and imposed a $5,000 civil penalty for failing to take action to preserve client safety, failing to accurately documents nursing interventions, and failing to conform to the essential standards of acceptable nursing practice.  He resides in Portland, Ore.
Washington County
  • The Board placed the practical nurse license of Mystique D. Summitt (201905072LPN) on probation for 24 months for entering inaccurate documentation into a health record and failing to conform to the essential standards of acceptable nursing practice.  She resides in Forest Grove, Ore.
Out of State
  • California— The Board accepted the Voluntary Withdrawal of Nicole R. Bushnell's RN application for failing to answer questions truthfully on a licensure application.  She resides in Three Rivers, Calif.
  • Kansas—The Board denied Duane M. Glenn's CNA application for failing to answer application questions truthfully and failing to cooperate with the Board during an investigation.  He resides in Wichita, Kansas.
  • Mississippi—The Board denied Karian G. Snyder's RN application for failing to provide documents requested by the Board and failing to cooperate with the Board during an investigation.  She resides in Olive Branch, Miss.
  • New Mexico— The Board reprimanded the registered nurse license of Paula M. Arviso (201706120RN) and imposed a $5,000 civil penalty for falsifying data and failing to conform to the essential standards of acceptable nursing practice.  She resides in Thoreau, N.M.
  • Washington— The Board revoked Cory A. Churner-Tisdale's practical nurse license (201608584LPN) for violating the terms and conditions of a Board Order.  He resides in Vancouver, Wash.
  • Washington— The Board accepted the Voluntary Surrender of Jessica M. Lundh's practical nurse license (201407755LPN) for failing to document nursing interventions in a timely and accurate manner and failing to conform to the essential standards of acceptable nursing practice.  She resides in White Salmon, Wash.
  • Washington— The Board reprimanded the registered nurse license of Troy J. Norman (200243054RN) for failing to document nursing interventions accurately and failing to conform to the essential standards of acceptable nursing practice.  He resides in Camas, Wash.
The Oregon State Board of Nursing (OSBN) took final disciplinary action against the following nurses or nursing assistants during its November 17, 2021, Board Meeting.  The status of individual nurses or nursing assistants licensed in Oregon is available on the OSBN Verification System​​.  Or, you can download a file of all actions​ taken during the meeting.

Clackamas County
  • The Board reprimanded the registered nurse license of Madison E. Berreth (201700041RN) for performing acts beyond her authorized scope, failing to communicate client status information to members of the healthcare team, and failing to conform to the essential standards of acceptable nursing practice.  She resides in Portland, Ore.
  • The Board accepted the Voluntary Surrender of Erin R. Eastberg's nursing assistant certificate (200910741CNA) for stealing money from the client.  She resides in Beavercreek, Ore.
  • The Board accepted the Voluntary Surrender of Elisabeth A. E. Hopchas's nursing assistant certificate (202005780CNA) for impairment.  She resides in Lake Oswego, Ore.
  • The Board accepted the Voluntary Surrender of Eftu R. Wakijra's nursing assistant certificate (201010510CNA) for performing acts beyond her authorized duties and failing to conform to the essential standards of acceptable CNA performance.  She resides in Milwaukie, Ore.
Clat​sop County
  • The Board revoked Susanne C. Benthin's registered nurse license (095006618RN) for violating the terms and conditions of a Board Order.  She resides in Astoria, Ore.
Coos County
  • The Board revoked Misty L. Lewis's practical nurse license (200030024LPN) for obtaining unauthorized medication, failure to accurately document nursing interventions, and failing to conform to the essential standards of acceptable nursing practice.  She resides in Coos Bay, Ore.
  • The Board accepted the Voluntary Surrender of Kerri G. Martindale's registered nurse license (201042043RN) for using intoxicants to the extent injurious to herself or others and failing to conform to the essential standards of acceptable nursing practice.  She resides in Coquille, Ore.
Jackson County
  • The Board suspended the nursing assistant certificate of Mercedes K. Cortes (201401141CNA) for a minimum 14 days for failing to cooperate with the Board during an investigation.  She resides in Medford, Ore.
Jefferson County
  • The Board imposed a $2,500 civil penalty against Margueritte R. Alley's registered nurse license (082009793RN) for practicing without a current nursing license.  She resides in Culver, Ore.
  • The Board reprimanded the registered nurse license of Shawn G. Winsor (081033262RN) for the attempted removal of unauthorized medications from the workplace.  She resides in Madras, Ore.
Klamath County
  • The Board suspended the registered nurse license of Amanda J. McLin (201141922RN) for a minimum 14 days for failing to cooperate with the Board during an investigation.  She resides in Klamath Falls, Ore.
Lane County
  • The Board reprimanded the registered nurse license of Tosha M. Carter (200643136RN) for failing to respect the dignity and rights of clients and failing to conform to the essential standards of acceptable nursing practice.  She resides in Junction City, Ore.
  • The Board accepted the Voluntary Surrender of Stephanie M. Conant's registered nurse license (200542136RN) for violating the terms and conditions of a Board Order.  She resides in Eugene, Ore.
  • The Board placed the nursing assistant certificate of Jose A. Rodriguez (200411911CNA) on probation for 24 months for using intoxicants to the extent injurious to himself or others.  He resides in Eugene, Ore.
  • The Board revoked Lori L. Ryan's practical nurse license (201704610LPN) for failing to comply with the terms and conditions of the Health Professionals' Services Program.  She resides in Creswell, Ore.
  • The Board reprimanded the registered nurse license of Lenore M. Skinner (201240856RN) for violating the rights of privacy.  She resides in Eugene, Ore.
Marion County
  • The Board reprimanded the registered nurse license of Cheri D. Mendenhall (200140867RN) with conditions for failing to document nursing interventions in a timely manner.  She resides in Keizer, Ore.
Multnomah County
  • The Board reprimanded the registered nurse license of Adeline R. Andriesian (201700676RN) for failing to take action to preserve client safety, failing to communicate client status information to other individuals, and failing to accurately document nursing interventions.  She resides in Portland, Ore.
  • The Board reprimanded the practical nurse license of Jennifer A. Giles (200030165LPN) for failing to document nursing interventions in a timely manner and failing to take action to preserve client safety.  She resides in Gresham, Ore. 
Out of State
  • Iowa— The Board accepted the Voluntary Withdrawal of Adam K. Rowland's RN application for failing to conform to the essential standards of acceptable nursing practice.  He resides in Centerville, Iowa.
  • Washington— The Board suspended the nursing assistant certificate of Gregory Hoffa (201900538CNA) for 90 days for neglecting a person, failing to implement the plan of care developed by the RN, and documenting the provision of services that were not provided.  He resides in Richland, Wash.
  • Washington— The Board reprimanded the registered nurse license of Denise M. Sloan (200040237RN) for violating a person's rights of privacy of information by accessing information without proper authorization or a demonstrated need to know.  She resides in Vancouver, Wash.
  • Washington— The Board accepted the Voluntary Withdrawal of John K. Wanene's CNA application for failing to answer questions truthfully on his application.  He resides in Tacoma, Wash.
​​​​The Oregon State Board of Nursing (OSBN) took final disciplinary action against the following nurses or nursing assistants during its October 13, 2021, Board Meeting.  The status of individual nurses or nursing assistants licensed in Oregon is available on the OSBN Verification System​​.  Or, you can download a file of all actions​ taken during the meeting.

Clackamas County
  • The Board accepted the Voluntary Surrender of Martha J. Bergman’s practical nurse license (079010952LPN) for misrepresentation in applying for a license renewal and conviction of a crime that bears demonstrable relationship to nursing practice.  She resides in Boring, Ore.
  • The Board reprimanded the practical nurse license of Emily C. Creswick (201230103LPN) for engaging in unsecured transmission of protected client data and violating the client’s rights of privacy and confidentiality.  She resides in Milwaukie, Ore.
Clatsop County
  • The Board accepted the Voluntary Surrender of Teresa M. Martinolich’s limited registered nurse license (L202103389RN) for violating the terms and conditions of a Board Order.  She resides in Astoria, Ore.
Columbia County
  • The Board accepted the Voluntary Surrender of Laura J. Smythe’s practical nurse license (201508312LPN) for failing to conform to the essential standards of acceptable nursing practice.  She resides in Rainier, Ore.
Coos County
  • The Board suspended the practical nurse license of Misty L. Lewis (200030024LPN) for a minimum 14 days for failing to cooperate with the Board during an investigation.  She resides in Coos Bay, Ore.
Deschutes County
  • The Board accepted the Voluntary Surrender of Heather S. Spaulding’s nursing assistant certificate (201010059CNA) for violating the terms and conditions of a Board Order.  She resides in Bend, Ore.
Jackson County
  • The Board reprimanded the registered nurse license of Laura B. Murphy (201505276RN) and imposed a $1,250 civil penalty for violating a person’s rights of privacy of information by accessing information without proper authorization or a demonstrated need to know.  She resides in Ashland, Ore.
Josephine County
  • The Board reprimanded the registered nurse license of Ashley M. Tobin (201807167RN) for failing to maintain professional boundaries with a client.  She resides in Grants Pass, Ore.
Lane County
  • The Board accepted the Voluntary Withdrawal of Leona L. Kurtz’s RN reactivation application (201604061RN) due to impairment issues.  She resides in Springfield, Ore.
  • The Board placed the nursing assistant certificate of Rebecca M. Leon (000027005CNA) on probation for 24 months for failing to maintain professional boundaries and using intoxicants to the extent injurious to herself or others.  She resides in Eugene, Ore.
  • The Board imposed a $2,500 civil penalty against Carol E. Shane’s registered nurse license (200441987RN) for practicing without a current nursing license.  She resides in Eugene, Ore.
Marion County
  • The Board accepted the Voluntary Withdrawal of Christine L. Davis’s RN application for failing to cooperate with the Board during an investigation.  She resides in Salem, Ore.
  • The Board placed the registered nurse license of Kenneth B. Kennedy (201043397RN) on probation for 12 months for falsifying data, failing to communicate client status information to members of the healthcare team, and failing to conform to the essential standards of acceptable nursing practice.  He resides in Salem, Ore.
  • The Board accepted the Voluntary Surrender of Benjamin C. Lawrence’s practical nurse license (201607685LPN) for the unauthorized removal of money from the workplace, failure to report his felony arrest to the Board within 10 days, and failing to answer questions truthfully on an application for licensure.  He resides in Salem, Ore.
  • The Board suspended the nursing assistant and medication aide certificates of Leslie B. Stafford-Smith (201500208CNA/ 201607324CMA) for 30 days for Failing to respect the dignity and rights of clients, failing to maintain professional boundaries, and abusing a person.  She resides in Aumsville, Ore.
  • The Board reprimanded the registered nurse license of Dawn J. Whipp-Groberg (093003261RN) for performing acts beyond her authorized scope, failing to take action to preserve client safety, and failing to conform to the essential standards of acceptable nursing practice.  She resides in Salem, Ore.
Multnomah County
  • The Board reprimanded the registered nurse license of Wondimu E. Chako (200241818RN) for failing to take action to preserve client safety and failing to conform to the essential standards of acceptable nursing practice.  He resides in Portland, Ore.
  • The Board placed the practical nurse license of Ian T. Drakulich (201230436LPN) on probation for 24 months for failing to comply with the terms and conditions of the Health Professionals’ Services Program.  He resides in Portland, Ore.
  • The Board placed the practical nurse license of Penny M. Guenzi (201230652LPN) on probation for 24 months for using intoxicants to the extent injurious to herself or others.  She resides in Portland, Ore.
  • The Board placed the registered nurse license of Sharin A. Little (L202111648RN) on probation for 24 months for using intoxicants in a manner dangerous to herself or others.  She resides in Portland, Ore.
Polk County
  • The Board accepted the Voluntary Surrender of Jenelle R. Morace’s registered nurse license (200141253RN) for violating the terms and conditions of a Board Order.  She resides in Dallas, Ore.
Wasco County
  • The Board suspended the nursing assistant certificate of Rose A. Vivier (000035273CNA) for a minimum 14 days for failing to cooperate with the Board during an investigation.  She resides in Dufur, Ore.
Yamhill County
  • The Board reprimanded the practical nurse license of Alma D. Alvarez-Garcia (201392141LPN) for failing to conform to the essential standards of acceptable nursing practice.  She resides in McMinnville, Ore.
Out of State
  • Idaho— The Board reprimanded the registered nurse license of Julie Rae Sullivan (200742580RN) failing to accurately document nursing interventions, failing to take action to preserve client safety, and failing to conform to the essential standards of acceptable nursing practice.  She resides in New Plymouth, Idaho.
  • Nevada— The Board accepted the Voluntary Surrender of Lori A. Horton’s registered nurse license (099007816RN) for using intoxicants to the extent injurious to herself or others.  She resides in Las Vegas, Nev.
  • Washington— The Board accepted the Voluntary Surrender of Jacob P. Bennett’s registered nurse license (201708237RN) for violating the terms and conditions of a Board Order.  He resides in Vancouver, Wash.
  • Washington— The Board accepted the Voluntary Withdrawal of Danielle M. Sylvia’s LPN reinstatement application (201030521LPN) for using intoxicants in a manner dangerous to herself or others.  She resides in Port Angeles, Wash.
​​​The Oregon State Board of Nursing (OSBN) took final disciplinary action against the following nurses or nursing assistants during its September 15, 2021, Board Meeting.  The status of individual nurses or nursing assistants licensed in Oregon is available on the OSBN Verification System​​.  Or, you can download a file of all actions​ taken during the meeting.

Clackamas County
  • The Board suspended the nursing assistant certificate of Brandie Alverson (201900512CNA) for a minimum 14 days for failing to cooperate with the Board during an investigation.  She resides in Oregon City, Ore.
Jackson County
  • The Board reprimanded the registered nurse license of Dana Landis (087003132RN) for entering incomplete documentation into a health record, failing to take action to preserve client safety, and failing to conform to the essential standards of acceptable nursing practice.  She resides in Jacksonville, Ore.
Josephine County
  • The Board reprimanded the nursing assistant certificate of Kassandra M. Dyer (201910767CNA) with conditions for entering inaccurate documentation into a health record, documenting the provision of services that were not provided, and failing to take action to preserve client safety.  She resides in Grants Pass, Ore.
  • The Board placed the registered nurse license of Veronica L. Sharp (200441667RN) on probation for 24 months for using intoxicants in a manner dangerous to herself or others.  She resides in Merlin, Ore.
Klamath County
  • The Board denied the CNA application of Melissa A. Sales for failing to cooperate with the Board during an investigation.  She resides in Klamath Falls, Ore.
Linn County
  • The Board revoked the nursing assistant certificate of Katie M. Spowehn (201910876CNA) for using intoxicants in a manner dangerous to herself or others and failing to cooperate with the Board during an investigation.  She resides in Albany, Ore.
  • The Board revoked the registered nurse license of Lisa J. Spring (200441092RN) for failing to document client care information and failing to cooperate with the Board during an investigation.  She resides in Lebanon, Ore.
  • The Board reprimanded the registered nurse license of Dana I. Wheeler (082010255RN) for violating the client’s rights of privacy and confidentiality.  She resides in Lebanon, Ore.
Multnomah County
  • The Board imposed a $1,000 civil penalty against Jeannette T. Gailey’s registered nurse license (077038612RN) for practicing without a current nursing license.  She resides in Troutdale, Ore.
  • The Board reprimanded the registered nurse license of Kevin M. Bates (201801380RN) for engaging in abusive behavior towards a coworker.  He resides in Portland, Ore.
  • The Board suspended the registered nurse license of Mandy D. Shinn (201243233RN) for a minimum 14 days for failing to cooperate with the Board during an investigation.  She resides in Portland, Ore.
Polk County
  • The Board placed the nursing assistant certificate of Lisa M. Schmidt (000008279CNA) on probation for six months for conduct substantially related to her fitness to engage in CNA duties.  She resides in Dallas, Ore.
Washington County
  • The Board suspended the nursing assistant certificate of Katherine L. Emry (200711746CNA) for a minimum 14 days for failing to cooperate with the Board during an investigation.  She resides in Tualatin, Ore.
  • The Board accepted the Voluntary Surrender of Elisha A. Gonzales’s registered nurse license (201500054RN) for violating the terms and conditions of a Board Order.  She resides in Hillsboro, Ore.
  • The Board reprimanded the registered nurse license of Bang Phi P. Hoang (201606196RN) for performing acts beyond her authorized scope, failing to take action to preserve client safety, and failing to conform to the essential standards of acceptable nursing practice.  She resides in Hillsboro, Ore.
  • The Board revoked the registered nurse license of Megan C. Scott (200542383RN) for failing to conform to the essential standards of acceptable nursing practice and practicing when unable due to a physical impairment.  She resides in Beaverton, Ore.
  • The Board accepted the Voluntary Surrender of Linda G. Walker’s registered nurse license (090001005RN) for violating the terms and conditions of the Health Professionals’ Services Program.  She resides in Beaverton, Ore.
Out of State
  • Idaho— The Board accepted the Voluntary Surrender of Suzanne L. Larsen’s registered nurse license (202009041RN) for practicing nursing while impaired.  She resides in Nampa, Idaho.
  • Georgia— The Board accepted the Voluntary Withdrawal of Patrick T. Simoes’s RN reactivation application (201607043RN) for using intoxicants in a manner dangerous to himself or others.  He resides in Loganville, Ga.
  • North Carolina— The Board suspended the registered nurse license of Jessica J. Recore (201902367RN) for a minimum 14 days for failing to cooperate with the Board during an investigation.  She resides in Jacksonville, N.C.
  • Texas— The Board accepted the Voluntary Surrender of Crystal N. Berru’s registered nurse license (201910249RN) for violating the terms and conditions of a Board Order.  She resides in Corpus Christi, Texas.
  • Washington— The Board revoked the practical nurse license of Janet E. Scurlock (201030149LPN) for violating the terms and conditions of a Board Order.  She resides in Vancouver, Wash.
  • Washington— The Board suspended the registered nurse license of David E. Wilken (201406762RN) for 30 days followed by probation for 24 months for using intoxicants to the extent injurious to himself or others and engaging in abusive behavior towards coworkers.  He resides in Ridgefield, Wash.

​​The Oregon State Board of Nursing (OSBN) took final disciplinary action against the following nurses or nursing assistants during its August 18, 2021, Board Meeting.  The status of individual nurses or nursing assistants licensed in Oregon is available on the OSBN Verification System​​.  Or, you can download a file of all actions​ taken during the meeting.

Clackamas County
  • The Board accepted the Voluntary Surrender of Laura K. Borud’s registered nurse license (097000421RN) for violating the terms and conditions of a Board Order.  She resides in Oregon City, Ore.
Clatsop County
  • The Board reprimanded the registered nurse license of James R. Fergus (201242141RN) for entering inaccurate documentation into a health record, failing to take action to preserve client safety and failing to conform to the essential standards of acceptable nursing practice.  He resides in Seaside, Ore.
  • The Board reprimanded the registered nurse license of Jennifer L. Nygaard (200642708RN) for entering inaccurate documentation in a health record and failing to conform to the essential standards of acceptable nursing practice.  She resides in Astoria, Ore.
Deschutes County
  • The Board imposed a $5,000 civil penalty against Jennifer S. Fuller’s registered nurse license (200440579RN) for practicing without a current nursing license.  She resides in Redmond, Ore.
  • The Board revoked the registered nurse license of Diana D. Hergenrader (089000183RN) and imposed a $5,000 for falsifying data, demonstrated incidents of fraud, obtaining unauthorized medications, and aiding individuals to violate or circumvent healthcare laws, rules, and regulations.  She resides in La Pine, Ore.
Jackson County
  • The Board placed the practical nurse license of Matthew S. Robertson (201805675LPN) on probation for 24 months for obtaining unauthorized drugs for personal use and failing to conform to the essential standards of acceptable nursing practice.  He resides in Eagle Point, Ore.
Josephine County
  • The Board accepted the Voluntary Surrender of Deana L. Calver’s nursing assistant certificate (201606023CNA) for violating the terms and conditions of a Board Order.  She resides in Grants Pass, Ore.
Klamath County
  • The Board placed the registered nurse license of Regan W. Anderson (201803690RN) on probation for 24 months for practicing nursing while impaired and using intoxicants to the extent injurious to herself or others.  She resides in Klamath Falls, Ore.
Lake County
  • The Board reprimanded the family nurse practitioner license of Lesa A. Cahill (200550014NP) for performing acts beyond her authorized scope, failing to maintain professional boundaries with a client, and failing to conform to the essential standards of acceptable nursing practice.  She resides in Lakeview, Ore.
Lane County
  • The Board reprimanded the registered nurse license of Theresa L. Curcio (201901681RN) for failing to take action to preserve client safety and failing to communicate client status information to members of the healthcare team in a timely manner.  She resides in Springfield, Ore.
  • The Board revoked the registered nurse license of David H. Gizara (094006393RN) for violating the terms and conditions of a Board Order.  He resides in Eugene, Ore.
  • The Board reprimanded the practical nurse license of Matthew J. Hackett (201330118LPN) for neglecting a client, failing to document information pertinent to a client’s care, and failing to take action to preserve client safety.  He resides in Springfield, Ore.
  • The Board reprimanded the nursing assistant certificate of Christine M. Ryan (201705663CNA) for falsifying data.  She resides in Eugene, Ore.
Linn County
  • The Board accepted the Voluntary Surrender of Nicole J. Raniero’s nursing assistant certificate (201212322CNA) for demonstrated incidents of reckless behavior.  She resides in Sweet Home, Ore.
Multnomah County
  • The Board reprimanded the registered nurse license of Phoebe R. McHugh (201906628RN) for conduct related to coworkers and healthcare team members.  She resides in Portland, Ore.
  • The Board accepted the Voluntary Surrender of Peter Tomter’s registered nurse license (202009037RN) for willful misrepresentation in applying for a license, the unauthorized removal of drugs from the workplace, and violating the terms and conditions of a Board Order.  He resides in Portland, Ore.
  • The Board imposed a $1,200 civil penalty against Melissa G. Vang’s practical nurse license (201230619LPN) for practicing without a current nursing license.  She resides in Portland, Ore.
Polk County
  • The Board revoked the nursing assistant certificate of Kristofer R. Sickles (201210680CNA) for violating the terms and conditions of a Board Order.  He resides in Dallas, Ore.
Washington County
  • The Board reprimanded the psychiatric/mental health nurse practitioner license of Margaret K. Alexander (201350004NP) for failing to lawfully dispense medications and failing to conform to the essential standards of acceptable nursing practice.  She resides in Beaverton, Ore.
  • The Board reprimanded the registered nurse license of Steven L. Sellers (200542112RN) for failing to conform to the essential standards of acceptable nursing practice.  He resides in Tualatin, Ore.
  • Washington— The Board accepted the Voluntary Withdrawal of Cynthia O. Silva’s RN reactivation application (201401405RN) for impairment.  She resides in Forest Grove, Ore.
Yamhill County
  • The Board accepted the Voluntary Surrender of Barbara J. Vargas’s nursing assistant certificate (201110696CNA) for abusing a person.  She resides in McMinnville, Ore.
Out of State
  • Alabama— The Board suspended the registered nurse license of Benjamin Oglesby (201908169RN) for a minimum 14 days for failing to cooperate with the Board during the course of an investigation.  He resides in Kimberly, Ala.
  • California— The Board placed the registered nurse license of Teresa M. Brunick (201141724RN) on probation for 24 months for practicing nursing while impaired and using intoxicants to the extent injurious to herself or others.  She resides in San Jose, Calif.
  • California— The Board revoked the registered nurse license of Connie L. Morris (201407313RN) for violating the terms and conditions of a Board Order.  She resides in Acton, Calif.
  • California— The Board revoked the nursing assistant certificate of Simon Patfield (202101591CNA) for violating the terms and conditions of a Board Order.  He resides in San Francisco, Calif.
  • Florida— The Board reprimanded the registered nurse license of Justin C. Stephens (201701301RN) for demonstrated incidents of dishonesty and using another person’s nursing license for any purpose.  He resides in Jacksonville, Fla.
  • Washington— The Board accepted the Voluntary Withdrawal of Laura Robbins’s RN application for conviction of a crime that bears demonstrable relationship to the practice of nursing.  She resides in Redmond, Wash.