I. CALL TO ORDER & ESTABLISHMENT OF QUORUM · 2019-09-05 · 1 MINUTES INDIANA STATE BOARD OF NURSING April 19, 2007 I. CALL TO ORDER & ESTABLISHMENT OF QUORUM Mr. Helmuth called

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MINUTES

INDIANA STATE BOARD OF NURSING

April 19, 2007

I. CALL TO ORDER & ESTABLISHMENT OF QUORUM

Mr. Helmuth called the meeting to order at 8:32 a.m. in the Auditorium of the Indiana Government Center South Building, 302 West Washington Street, Indianapolis, Indiana 46204 and declared a quorum, in accordance with IC § 25-23-1-5(b).

Board Members Present:

Mervin Helmuth, R.N., President Carolyn Slagle, R.N., C.N.S., Vice-President Laurie Peters, R.N., Member Ann Parker, R.N., Secretary Susan Dye, R.N., Member Janis Shook, L.P.N., Member Darla Jones, L.P.N., Member

Board Members Absent: Traci Little, JD, Consumer Member Laurel Valentino, R.N., Member

State Officials Present:

Tonja Thompson, Board Director, Indiana Professional Licensing Agency Michelle Hines, Assistant Board Director, Indiana Professional Licensing Agency Gordon White, Commission Advisory Counsel, Office of the Attorney General

II. ADOPTION OF THE AGENDA

A motion was made and seconded to adopt the agenda, as amended. HELMUTH/SLAGLE Motion carried 6-0-0

III. ADOPTION OF THE MINUTES FROM THE MARCH 15, 2007 MEETING OF THE BOARD

A motion was made and seconded to adopt the minutes, as amended, from the March 15, 2007 meeting of the Board.

HELMUTH/SLAGLE Motion carried 6-0-0

IV. INDIANA STATE NURSES ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (ISNAP) REPORT

Ernie Klein, ISNAP Executive Director, addressed the Board regarding current participants in the ISNAP program. He requested a meeting with the Board, with IPLA staff and the Attorney General’s Office. Charles Lindquist, ISNAP Program Director, presented the monthly report to the Board. Mr. Lindquist informed the Board that ISNAP has, as of March, 2007, 463 active clients, 25 new intakes, 50 intakes in process and 15 RMA’s returned. Mr. Lindquist stated that ISNAP met on March 15 to review those who have applied for the needs assistance fund. They have reviewed four applications, three of those qualified for assistance and vouchers were mailed. Mr. Lindquist stated that ISNAP uses 200% of the 2006 Poverty Guidelines as eligibility guidelines. To date, ISNAP has sent out 104 applications and only 35 have been returned for consideration. Mr. Lindquist addressed the audience as requested by the Board.

V. EDUCATION

1. ITT Technical Institute – Letter of Intent and Application for Accreditation

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Dr. Louise Hart and Marilyn Chestnut appeared before the Board on behalf of ITT Technical Institute. ITT is intending to start an Associate Program. They would like to begin admitting thirty students each quarter beginning in September, 2007. The total of students may be two hundred or more. They explained that the lab coordinator and clerical position will be the same person. Ms. Chestnut explained that there will be one skills lab with six beds. The Board suggested a job description for the program chair be provided. The Board stated that the philosophy statement looks good. The Board would like to see a student handbook available. The Board also explained that the full time faculty must have a Master’s Degree. Ms. Chestnut and Ms. Hart explained that they have begun renovation and ordering of supplies. Board Action: A motion was made and seconded to approve ITT Technical Institute’s letter of intent and application for accreditation. PETERS/SLAGLE Motion carried 7-0-0

2. Indiana Business College – Letter of Intent and Application for Accreditation

Gary McGee and Vicki Thomas appeared before the Board on behalf of Indiana Business College. They explained this program will be a twenty-one month ASN program. The Director of Nursing will be responsible for admissions. The Board questioned the preceptor language in the documents provided. The Board wants to see more clarification regarding what a preceptor does. The Board requested Indiana Business College to change their wording regarding the education requirements of faculty. They have faculty must have a Bachelors in Nursing, it should state a Master’s in Nursing or include the language from 848 IAC 1-2-13. The Board explained this rule allows a little space for faculty members who do not quite have a Master’s degree. Mr. McGee and Ms. Thomas explained that in order to be admitted to Indiana Business College, each applicant must take two different tests, the accuplacer and Ati Teas. They also informed the Board that fifty percent of the program is the amount of credits they will allow transferred by a student. The Board questioned their student handbook and they informed the Board that they are currently working on it. Mr. McGee stated that Indiana Business College has $35,000.00 in the budget right now for start up cost fee.

Board Action: A motion was made and seconded to approve Indiana Business College’s Letter of Intent and Application for Accreditation. PETERS/PARKER Motion carried 6-1-0 Ms. Dye opposed. 3. Olympia College – Change of Name FYI for the Board. Olympia College has changed their name. The new name is now Everest College. 4. Indiana Wesleyan University – Change in Launch of ASN Program FYI for the Board. The ASN Program will not launch in August, 2007.

VI. RULES 1. LSA Document #07-58 - Notice of Intent to Readopt Rules without Changes:

848 IAC 1 Registered Nurses and Practical Nurses 848 IAC 2 Standards for the competent practice of Registered and Licensed Practical Nurses 848 IAC 3 Nurses-Midwives 848 IAC 4 Advanced practice nursing and prescriptive authority for advanced practice nursing 848 IAC 5-2-1 Limitations of rules 848 IAC 5-3-1 Fees for prescriptive authority

After considering the factors pursuant to Indiana Code 4-22-2.5-3.1(c), the Board has determined that the following rules impose costs and requirements on small businesses:

• 848 IAC 1-2 Accreditation of controlling organizations

Board Action: A motion was made and seconded to readopt the rules without changes. HELMUTH/SLAGLE Motion carried 7-0-0

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VII. PERSONAL APPEARANCES

A motion was made and seconded to affirm the recommendations of Carolyn Slagle for the Board, as follows:

HELMUTH/PARKER

Motion carried 6-0-1 Ms. Slagle abstained. A. Appearance by Applicants for Licensure

1. David Harrison

Mr. Harrison appeared before the Board regarding the positive response on his application for licensure by examination. Mr. Harrison was charged with minor consumption on April 15, 2004. He received fines and had to remain trouble free in Tippecanoe County for one year, which he completed. Mr. Harrison was charged with minor consumption in the sum of 2004. He received fines and eight hours of alcohol education class, which he completed. Mr. Harrison was charged with possession of marijuana on July 25, 2005. He received fines and had to complete ten days of road crew, which he completed. Mr. Harrison stated that he started attending drug and alcohol classes in the summer of 2006. He signed up at Penrod Center and attended classes during the summer. Mr. Harrison informed the Board that he has already been evaluated by ISNAP. Ms. Slagle recommended Mr. Harrison’s license be issued.

2. Teresa Najera

Ms. Najera did not appear before the Board regarding the positive response on her application for licensure by endorsement. She will be rescheduled for the May 16, 2007 Board meeting.

3. Erin Siebenmorgen

Ms. Siebenmorgen appeared before the Board regarding the positive response on her application for licensure by examination. Ms. Siebenmorgan was arrested on January 30, 2006 for operating a vehicle while intoxicated. She was under the influence of marijuana. Ms. Siebenmorgan was assessed $362.50 in fines and courts costs, eighty hours of community service, one hundred eighty days of informal probation and ordered to attend drug and alcohol classes. Ms. Slagle recommended Ms. Siebenmorgen be evaluated by ISNAP within thirty days. Once PLA receives approval from ISNAP, she may be licensed.

4. Carla Aberle

Ms. Aberle did not appear before the Board regarding the positive response on her application for licensure by endorsement. Ms. Aberle did not indicate the action taken against her North Dakota license on her application for licensure by endorsement in Indiana. IPLA received this information through the Nursys Database. Ms. Aberle submitted additional documentation for the Board to review. Ms. Slagle reviewed the documentation and recommended Ms. Aberle’s license by issued.

5. Yolanda Moore

Ms. Moore appeared before the Board regarding the positive response on her application for licensure by endorsement. In 1999 Ms. Moore purchased a car from a car lot in Detroit, Michigan that was selling stolen vehicles. She was arrested for being in possession of the car two years later. On July 23, 2001 she was placed on criminal probation. Ms. Moore explained that in the State of Michigan, they have a law that requires a licensed professional to be summarily suspended for any felony. Her suspension is dissolved, but, she is now on two year probation with the Michigan Board. Ms. Slagle recommended Ms. Moore’s license be issued on Indefinite Probation. Ms. Moore may apply for withdraw of probation once her Michigan license is clear.

B. Appearance for Applicants by Renewal 1. Shelley Dawn Applegate

Ms. Applegate appeared before the Board regarding the positive response on her renewal

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application. Ms. Applegate did not appear at the March 15, 2007 Board meeting. Ms. Applegate stated that she did not admit her termination on her February 28, 2007 renewal. She was terminated from Twin Lakes in July, 2006 for not reporting to work. Ms. Applegate also talked about how submitted a letter to the Board explaining that she dispensed Klonopin to her friends. She explained that it was her Klonopin that she dispensed. Ms. Slagle recommended Ms. Applegate’s license be renewed and issued on Indefinite Probation for a period of two years. Additionally, Ms. Applegate must submit quarterly reports from her employer and if she is not working she must still submit quarterly reports.

2. Terri Inman

Ms. Inman appeared before the Board regarding the positive response on her renewal application. Ms. Inman is currently licensed in North Carolina. She was in the North Carolina nurse’s assistance program. Ms. Inman stated that she has completed everything and her restrictions have been lifted as of February, 2004. Ms. Inman stated she has not been in monitoring since August, 2005. Ms. Inman stated that she voluntarily surrendered her North Carolina license. Ms. Slagle recommended Ms. Inman be evaluated by ISNAP within thirty days. Once PLA receives approval from ISNAP, her license may be renewed.

3. Nicole Serritella

Ms. Serritella appeared before the Board regarding the positive response on her renewal application. Ms. Serritella pled guilty to conversion, a class A misdemeanor. She received fines, is on criminal probation, forty hours of community service and completed a domestic abuse program. Ms. Serritella stated she is currently living at the YWCA and has established living with them for the next eighteen months. Ms. Slagle recommended Ms. Serritella’s license be renewed on Indefinite Probation for the length of her criminal probation.

4. John Anthony Hren

Mr. Hren appeared before the Board regarding the positive response on his renewal application. Mr. Hren did not appear at the March 15, 2007 Board meeting. Mr. Hren was charged with a D felony for controlled substance on November 20, 2005. He tried to bring in a controlled substance to the jail. Mr. Hren stated he is currently on parole for approximately the next twenty months. Mr. Hren was released from jail on March 2, 2007. His date of sobriety is February 13, 2006 and his drugs of choice were alcohol and vicodin. Ms. Slagle recommended Mr. Hren be evaluated by ISNAP. Once PLA receives approval from ISNAP, Mr. Hren’s license may be issued on Indefinite Probation until completion of his ISNAP contract.

VIII. PERSONAL APPEARANCES BEFORE THE FULL BOARD

1. Rebecca Guinn

Ms. Guinn appeared before the Board regarding the positive response on her renewal application. Ms. Guinn appeared before the Board at their January 18, 2007 meeting regarding the positive response on her renewal application. The board denied her renewal and requested that she obtain a psychological evaluation before she can reapply for renewal. Ms. Guinn submitted her psychological evaluation. Ms. Guinn stated she is currently attending counseling at Ball State University. Board Action: A motion was made and seconded to renew Ms. Guinn’s license. JONES/SHOOK

Motion Failed 3-3-1 Mr. Helmuth, Ms. Peters & Ms. Dye opposed. Ms. Slagle abstained.

Board Action: A motion was made and seconded to renew Ms. Guinn’s license on Indefinite probation. Ms. Guinn may submit another psychological evaluation from the same psychologist (Dr. Spengler). The psychological evaluation must include any diagnoses and any recommendations of further treatment. Additionally, Ms. Guinn must comply with the psychologist's recommendation(s). HELMUTH/SHOOK Motion carried 6-1-0 Ms. Jones opposed.

IX. ADMINISTRATIVE HEARINGS

A. The following hearings were continued:

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1. State of Indiana v. George Edward Barnes, R.N., License No. 28120533A

Administrative Cause No. 2007 NB 020 Re: Disciplinary Hearing

2. State of Indiana v. Kimberly Yvette McKissick, R.N., License No. 28123410A Administrative Cause No. 2005 NB 0179

Re: Disciplinary Hearing B. State of Indiana v. Suzanne Marie Hawkins, R.N., License No. 28148602A

Administrative Cause No. 2006 NB 0008 Re: Request to Withdraw Probation Parties and Counsel Present: Suzanne Hawkins, Respondent Shelley Johnson, Deputy Attorney General for State of Indiana

Participating Board Members: Mr. Helmuth (Hearing Officer) Ms. Peters Ms. Dye Ms. Parker Ms. Shook Ms. Jones

Case Summary: Respondent’s license was placed on Indefinite Probation at the April 20, 2006 Board meeting. The Findings of Fact, Ultimate Findings of Fact, Conclusions of Law and Order was filed on May 8, 2006.

Board Action: A motion was made and seconded to withdraw the probation on the Respondent’s license. PETERS/SHOOK Motion carried 6-0-0

C. State of Indiana v. Angela Feldmann (Allard), R.N., License No. 28112911A Administrative Cause No. 2002 NB 0114 Re: Request for Reinstatement

Parties and Counsel Present: Angela Feldmann (Allard), Respondent Elizabeth Kiefner, Deputy Attorney General for the State of Indiana

State’s Witness: Charles Lindquist, ISNAP Program Director


Case Summary: Respondent’s license was placed on Indefinite Suspension at the March 20, 2003 Board meeting. The Findings of Fact and Order was filed on May 15, 2003.

Board Action: A motion was made and seconded to reinstate the Respondent’s license on Indefinite Probation for the length of her ISNAP contract. Further, Respondent must be in compliance with ISNAP and pay a fine in the amount of $250.00 dollars within ninety (90) days. HELMUTH/JONES Motion carried 6-0-0

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D. State of Indiana v. Elizabeth West, R.N., License No. 28142065A Administrative Cause No. 2002 NB 075 RE: Request to Withdraw Probation

Parties and Counsel Present: Elizabeth West, Respondent Shelley Johnson, Deputy Attorney General for the State of Indiana Respondent’s Witness: Charles Lindquist, ISNAP Program Director Participating Board Members: Mr. Helmuth (Hearing Officer) Ms. Peters Ms. Dye Ms. Parker Ms. Shook Ms. Jones Ms. Slagle

Case Summary: Respondent’s license was placed on Indefinite Probation at the June 16, 2005 Board meeting. The Final Order was filed on June 24, 2005. The Board instructed the Respondent to submit a signed copy from her employer of her Final Order.

Board Action: A motion was made and seconded to withdraw the probation on the Respondent’s license. HELMUTH/SLAGLE Motion carried 7-0-0

E. State of Indiana v. Carla Renee Whitney, L.P.N., License No. 27042373A

Administrative Cause No. 2007 NB 0024 Re: Disciplinary Hearing Parties and Counsel Present: Respondent did not appear and was not represented by counsel. Elizabeth Kiefner, Deputy Attorney General for the State of Indiana

Participating Board Members: Mr. Helmuth (Hearing Officer) Ms. Peters Ms. Dye Ms. Parker Ms. Shook Ms. Jones Ms. Slagle

Case Summary: A complaint was filed on February 21, 2007 alleging the Respondent violated four counts of Indiana Code 25-1-9-4.

Board Action: A motion was made and seconded to issue a Notice of Proposed Default.

HELMUTH/DYE

Motion carried 7-0-0 F. State of Indiana v. Leslie Anne Fitzgerald, R.N., License No. 28081900A

Administrative Cause No. 2007 NB 017 Re: Preliminary & Disciplinary Hearing Parties and Counsel Present: Respondent did not appear and was not represented by counsel. Elizabeth Kiefner, Deputy Attorney General for the State of Indiana

Participating Board Members: Mr. Helmuth (Hearing Officer) Ms. Peters Ms. Dye Ms. Parker Ms. Shook

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Ms. Jones Ms. Slagle

Case Summary: Respondent’s license was placed on Summary Suspension at the February 15, 2007 Board meeting. A complaint was filed on March 1, 2007 alleging the Respondent violated one count of Indiana Code 25-1-9-4. A response was received from the Respondent. The Board considered the Respondent’s response. Board Action: A motion was made and seconded to issue a Notice of Proposed Default. JONES/DYE Motion carried 7-0-0 A motion was made and seconded to renew the Summary Suspension on the Respondent’s license for a period of ninety (90) days. HELMUTH/JONES Motion carried 7-0-0

G. State of Indiana v. Pamela Sue Washburn, L.P.N., License No. 27031834A

Administrative Cause No. 2007 NB 004 Re: Preliminary & Disciplinary Hearing

Parties and Counsel Present: Respondent did not appear and was not represented by counsel. Mark Mader, Deputy Attorney General for the State of Indiana


Case Summary: Respondent’s license was placed on Summary Suspension at the January 18, 2007 Board meeting. A Complaint was filed on March 2, 2007 alleging the Respondent violated one count of Indiana Code 25-1-9-4. Board Action: A motion was made and seconded to issue a Notice of Proposed Default.

PETERS/PARKER Motion carried 7-0-0 A motion was made and seconded to renew the Summary Suspension on the Respondent’s license for an additional ninety (90) days. JONES/SHOOK Motion carried 7-0-0

H. State of Indiana v. Lisa Brugh, R.N., License No. 28113823A

Administrative Cause No. 2004 NB 0128 Re: Request to Withdraw Probation

Parties and Counsel Present: Lisa Brugh, Respondent Elizabeth Kiefner, Deputy Attorney General for the State of Indiana

Respondent’s Witness: Charles Lindquist, ISNAP Program Director


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Ms. Slagle Case Summary: Respondent’s license was placed on Indefinite Probation at the Junes 15, 2006 Board meeting. The Final Order was filed on June 28, 2006. Board Action: A motion was made and seconded to withdraw the probation on the Respondent’s license.

HELMUTH/JONES Motion carried 7-0-0

I. State of Indiana v. Kathy Packer, R.N., License No. 28102099A

Administrative Cause No. 2005 NB 0137 Re: Request to Withdraw Probation

Parties and Counsel Present: Kathy Packer, Respondent Laura Wilford, Deputy Attorney General for the State of Indiana


Participating Board Members: Mr. Helmuth (Hearing Officer) Ms. Peters Ms. Dye Ms. Parker Ms. Shook Ms. Jones Case Summary: Respondent’s license was placed on Indefinite Probation at the January 19, 2006 Board meeting. The Findings of Fact, Ultimate Findings of Fact, Conclusions of Law and Order filed on February 1, 2006. Board Action: A motion was made and seconded to deny the Respondent’s request. Further, Respondent’s license will remain on probation until she can provide a signed copy of her Final Order by her employer and request another hearing.

JONES/DYE Motion carried 6-0-0

J. State of Indiana v. Valerie Brown, L.P.N., R.N., License No. 27043016A & 28140283A

Administrative Cause No. 2003 NB 0133 Re: Request to Withdraw Probation Parties and Counsel Present: Valerie Brown, Respondent Laura Wilford, Deputy Attorney General for the State of Indiana


Participating Board Members: Mr. Helmuth (Hearing Officer) Ms. Peters Ms. Dye Ms. Parker Ms. Shook Ms. Jones Ms. Slagle Case Summary: Respondent’s license was placed on Indefinite Probation at the March 18, 2004 Board meeting. The Findings of Fact, Ultimate Findings of Fact, Conclusions of Law and Order was filed on March 25, 2004. Board Action: A motion was made and seconded to withdraw the probation on the Respondent’s license.

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HELMUTH/PETERS Motion carried 7-0-0

K. State of Indiana v. Cynthia Thomas, R.N., License No. 28145710A

Administrative Cause No. 2001 NB 031 Re: Request for Reinstatement Parties and Counsel Present: Cynthia Thomas, Respondent Shelley Johnson, Deputy Attorney General for the State of Indiana


Case Summary: Respondent’s license was placed on Indefinite Suspension at the February 21, 2002 Board meeting. The Findings of Fact and Order was filed on February 28, 2002. Board Action: A motion was made and seconded to deny the Respondent’s request. HELMUTH/JONES Motion carried 6-0-0

L. State of Indiana v. Jamie Solomon, L.P.N., License No. 27058438A

Administrative Cause No. 2006 NB 0134 Re: Request to Withdraw Probation Parties and Counsel Present: Jamie Solomon, Respondent did not appear and was not represented by counsel. The State of Indiana was not represented. State’s Witness: Charles Lindquist, ISNAP Program Director Participating Board Members: Mr. Helmuth (Hearing Officer) Ms. Peters Ms. Dye Ms. Parker Ms. Shook Ms. Jones Case Summary: Respondent’s license was placed on Indefinite Probation at the October 19, 2006 Board meeting. The Decision on License Application was filed on November 3, 2006.

Board Action: A motion was made and seconded to withdraw the probation on the Respondent’s license.


M. State of Indiana v. Jody Dennison, L.P.N., License No. 27055674A

Administrative Cause No. 2007 NB 030 Re: Disciplinary Hearing Parties and Counsel Present: Respondent did not appear and was not represented by counsel. Mark Mader, Deputy Attorney General for the State of Indiana


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Ms. Jones Ms. Slagle Case Summary: A complaint was filed on March 9, 2007 alleging the Respondent violated three counts of Indiana Code 25-1-9-4. Board Action: A motion was made and seconded to issue a Notice of Proposed Default.


N. State of Indiana v. Paul Seymour, R.N., License No. 28134537A

Administrative Cause No. 2000 NB 034 Re: Request for Reinstatement Parties and Counsel Present: Paul Seymour, Respondent did not appear and was not represented by counsel. Laura Wilford, Deputy Attorney General for the State of Indiana

Respondent’s Witnesses: Charles Lindquist, ISNAP Program Director Regina Haight

Participating Board Members: Mr. Helmuth (Hearing Officer) Ms. Peters Ms. Dye Ms. Parker Ms. Shook Ms. Jones Ms. Slagle Case Summary: Respondent’s license was placed on Indefinite Suspension at the June 21, 2001 Board meeting. The Findings of Fact and Order was filed on July 6, 2001. Board Action: A motion was made and seconded to reinstate the Respondent’s license on Indefinite Probation for the duration of the Respondent’s criminal probation and completion of his ISNAP contract.


O. State of Indiana v. Nancy Mae Fisher, R.N., License No. 28108386A

Administrative Cause No. 2006 NB 0170 Re: Disciplinary Hearing Parties and Counsel Present: Nancy Mae Fisher, Respondent Keith Karlson, Counsel for the Respondent Tracy Fitz, Deputy Attorney General for the State of Indiana

Participating Board Members: Mr. Helmuth (Hearing Officer) Ms. Peters Ms. Dye Ms. Parker Ms. Shook Ms. Jones Ms. Slagle Case Summary: A complaint was filed on December 20, 2005 alleging the Respondent violated five counts of Indiana Code 25-1-9-4. An Agreement was presented to the Board. The Agreement included a fine in the amount of $250.00 dollars, fifteen (15) hours of continuing education as directed in the Final Order and a Letter of Reprimand. Board Action: A motion was made and seconded to issue a Notice of Proposed Default.

HELMUTH/PETERS

Motion carried 5-0-1

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P. State of Indiana v. Debra Lyn Robertson, R.N., License No. 28097726A

Administrative Cause No. 2006 NB 0162 Re: Disciplinary Hearing Parties and Counsel Present: Debra Lyn Robertson, Respondent Steven Johnsonbaugh, Counsel for the Respondent Laura Wilford, Deputy Attorney General for the State of Indiana


Case Summary: A complaint was filed on February 28, 2007 alleging the Respondent violated five counts of Indiana Code 25-1-9-4. An Agreement was presented to the Board. The Agreement included voluntary suspension of the Respondent’s license.

Board Action: A motion was made and seconded to accept the Agreement. HELMUTH/JONES Motion carried 6-0-1 Ms. Slagle abstained.

Q. State of Indiana v. Debra Benyi, R.N., License No. 28138906A

Administrative Cause No. 97 NB 067 Re: Request to Withdraw Probation Parties and Counsel Present: Debra Benyi, Respondent The State of Indiana was not represented.



Case Summary: Respondent’s license was placed on Indefinite Probation at the August 12, 1997 Board meeting. The Findings of Fact, Conclusions of Law and Order was filed on December 27, 2006. Board Action: A motion was made and seconded to withdraw the probation on the Respondent’s license. PETERS/SHOOK Motion carried 6-0-0

R. State of Indiana v. Patricia Vaughn, L.P.N., License No. 27021278A

Administrative Cause No. 2007 NB 034 Re: Disciplinary Hearing Parties and Counsel Present: Respondent did not appear and was not represented by counsel. Mark Mader, Deputy Attorney General for the State of Indiana

State’s Witness: Jennifer Tobin

Participating Board Members: Mr. Helmuth (Hearing Officer) Ms. Peters

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Ms. Dye Ms. Parker Ms. Shook Case Summary: A complaint was filed on March 14, 2007 alleging the Respondent violated two counts of Indiana Code 25-1-9-4. Board Action: A motion was made and seconded to issue a Notice of Proposed Default. HELMUTH/PETERS Motion carried 5-0-0 A motion was made and seconded to place the Respondent’s license on Summary Suspension for a period of ninety (90) days. HELMUTH/PETERS Motion carried 5-0-0

S. State of Indiana v. Eileen Wendt, L.P.N., License No. 27048115A

Administrative Cause No. 2005 NB 0197 Re: Preliminary & Disciplinary Hearing Parties and Counsel Present: Respondent was not present and was not represented by counsel. Shelley Johnson, Deputy Attorney General for the State of Indiana


Case Summary: Respondent’s license was placed on Summary Suspension at the January 18, 2007 Board meeting. A complaint was filed on October 31, 2006 alleging the Respondent violated one count of Indiana Code 25-1-9-4. An Agreement was presented to the Board. The Agreement included extension of the Summary Suspension on the Respondent’s license for a period of ninety (90) days. Board Action: A motion was made and seconded to accept the Agreement. JONES/PETERS Motion carried 7-0-0

T. State of Indiana v. Rodney Cupp, L.P.N., License No. 27038966A

Administrative Cause No. 2004 NB 0111 Re: Request for Reinstatement Parties and Counsel Present: Rodney Cupp, Respondent Laura Wilford, Deputy Attorney General for the State of Indiana

Participating Board Members: Mr. Helmuth (Hearing Officer) Ms. Peters Ms. Dye Ms. Parker Ms. Shook Ms. Jones Ms. Slagle Case Summary: Respondent’s license was placed on Indefinite Suspension at the September 21, 2006 Board meeting. The Findings of Fact, Conclusions of Law and Order was filed on October 5, 2005. Board Action: A motion was made and seconded to reinstate the Respondent’s license on Indefinite Probation for the length of his ISNAP contract.

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HELMUTH/SLAGLE Motion carried 7-0-0

U. State of Indiana v. Deanna Elaine Hembree, R.N., License No. 28126104A

Administrative Cause No. 2004 NB 0065 Re: Order to Show Cause Parties and Counsel Present: Deanna Elaine Hembree, Respondent Tracy Fitz, Deputy Attorney General for the State of Indiana

State’s Witness: Charles Lindquist, ISNAP Program Director Participating Board Members: Mr. Helmuth (Hearing Officer) Ms. Peters Ms. Dye Ms. Parker Ms. Shook Ms. Jones Case Summary: Respondent’s license was placed on Indefinite Probation at the May 19, 2005 Board meeting. The Findings of Fact, Conclusions of Law and Order on Order to Show Cause was filed on June 27, 2005. The Order to Show Cause was filed on March 20, 2007. Board Action: A motion was made and seconded to place the Respondent’s license on Indefinite Suspension for a period of six (6) months of compliance with ISNAP. PETERS/SHOOK Motion carried 6-0-0

V. State of Indiana v. Barbara Jo Hurst, L.P.N., License No. 27023216A

Administrative Cause No. 2006 NB 088 Re: Request for Reinstatement Parties and Counsel Present: Barbara Jo Hurst, Respondent Shelley Johnson, Deputy Attorney General for the State of Indiana

Participating Board Members: Mr. Helmuth (Hearing Officer) Ms. Peters Ms. Dye Ms. Parker Ms. Shook Ms. Jones Case Summary: Respondent’s license was placed on Indefinite Suspension at the November 16, 2006 Board meeting. The Findings of Fact and Order was filed on November 29, 2006. Board Action: A motion was made and seconded to reinstate the Respondent’s license on Indefinite Probation until successful completion of her ISNAP contract. DYE/SHOOK Motion carried 6-0-0

W. State of Indiana v. Kenneth Joseph Stofko, R.N., License No. 28098001A

Administrative Cause No. 2007 NB 006 Re: Preliminary & Disciplinary Hearing Parties and Counsel Present: Respondent did not appear and was not represented by counsel. Tracy Fitz, Deputy Attorney General for the State of Indiana

Participating Board Members: Mr. Helmuth (Hearing Officer) Ms. Peters Ms. Dye

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Ms. Parker Ms. Shook Ms. Jones Ms. Slagle Case Summary: Respondent’s license was placed on Summary Suspension at the January 18, 2007 Board meeting. A complaint was filed on March 19, 2007 alleging the Respondent violated one count of Indiana Code 25-1-9-4. Board Action: A motion was made and seconded to renew the Summary Suspension on the Respondent’s license for an additional ninety (90) days. HELMUTH/PETERS Motion carried 7-0-0

X. State of Indiana v. Carolyn Sue Ellison, L.P.N., License No. 27032165A

Administrative Cause No. 2007 NB 033 Re: Preliminary & Disciplinary Hearing Parties and Counsel Present: Carolyn Sue Ellison, Respondent Andrew Dutkanych, Counsel for the Respondent Shelley Johnson, Deputy Attorney General for the State of Indiana

State’s Witness: Tonja Thompson Teresa Crouch Emily German-Brown Lois Degolyer-Mixell

Participating Board Members: Mr. Helmuth (Hearing Officer) Ms. Peters Ms. Dye Ms. Parker Ms. Shook Ms. Jones Ms. Slagle Case Summary: Respondent’s license was placed on Summary Suspension at the March 15, 2007 Board meeting. A complaint was filed on March 19, 2007 alleging the Respondent violated three counts of 25-1-9-4. Board Action: A motion was made and seconded to revoke the Respondent’s license. Peters/Dye Motion carried 5-2-0 Ms. Shook and Ms. Jones opposed.

Y. State of Indiana v. Sherie Lynn Heideman, R.N., License No. 28113443A Administrative Cause No. 2003 NB 0113 Re: Request for Reinstatement Parties and Counsel Present: Respondent did not appear and was not represented by counsel. Laura Wilford, Deputy Attorney General for the State of Indiana

Participating Board Members: Mr. Helmuth (Hearing Officer) Ms. Peters Ms. Dye Ms. Parker Ms. Shook Ms. Jones Ms. Slagle Case Summary: Respondent’s license was placed on Indefinite Suspension at the June 15, 2006 Board meeting. The Findings of Fact, Conclusions of Law and Order on Order to Show Cause was filed on June 23, 2006.

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Board Action: A motion was made and seconded to issue a Notice of Proposed Dismissal. HELMUTH/JONES Motion carried 7-0-0

Z. State of Indiana v. Emily Lois McKnelly, L.P.N., License No. 27055178A

Administrative Cause No. 2005 NB 0212 Re: Notice of Proposed Dismissal Parties and Counsel Present: Respondent did not appear and was not represented by counsel. Laura Wilford, Deputy Attorney General for the State of Indiana

Participating Board Members: Mr. Helmuth (Hearing Officer) Ms. Peters Ms. Dye Ms. Parker Ms. Shook Ms. Jones Ms. Slagle Case Summary: A Notice of Proposed Dismissal was filed on March 7, 2007. Board Action: A motion was made and seconded to accept the Notice of Proposed Dismissal. JONES/PETERS Motion carried 7-0-0

AA. State of Indiana v. Brenda O’Leary, L.P.N., License No. 27032794A

Administrative Cause No. 2007 NB 040 Re: Petition for Summary Suspension Parties and Counsel Present: Respondent did not appear and was not represented by counsel. Mark Mader, Deputy Attorney General for the State of Indiana

Participating Board Members: Mr. Helmuth (Hearing Officer) Ms. Peters Ms. Dye Ms. Parker Ms. Shook Ms. Jones Ms. Slagle Case Summary: A Petition for Summary Suspension was filed on March 28, 2007. Board Action: A motion was made and seconded to place the Respondent’s license on Summary Suspension for a period of ninety (90) days. HELMUTH/PETERS Motion carried 7-0-0

BB. State of Indiana v. Johnnie Peoples, R.N., License No. 28165552A

Administrative Cause No. 2007 NB 045 Re: Petition for Summary Suspension Parties and Counsel Present: Respondent did not appear and was not represented by counsel. Shelley Johnson, Deputy Attorney General for the State of Indiana


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Ms. Slagle Case Summary: A Petition for Summary Suspension was filed on March 30, 2007. Board Action: A motion was made and seconded to place the Respondent’s license on Summary Suspension for a period of ninety (90) days. HELMUTH/DYE Motion carried 7-0-0

CC. State of Indiana v. Patricia Ann Ellis, L.P.N., License No. 27035499A

Administrative Cause No. 2007 NB 048 Re: Petition for Summary Suspension Parties and Counsel Present: Respondent did not appear and was not represented by counsel. Elizabeth Kiefner, Deputy Attorney General for the State of Indiana


Participating Board Members: Mr. Helmuth (Hearing Officer) Ms. Peters Ms. Dye Ms. Parker Ms. Shook Ms. Jones Ms. Slagle Case Summary: A Petition for Summary Suspension was filed on April 2, 2007. Board Action: A motion was made and seconded to place the Respondent’s license on Summary Suspension for a period of ninety (90) days. HELMUTH/JONES Motion carried 7-0-0

DD. State of Indiana v. Karen Clouser, L.P.N., License No. 27054669A

Administrative Cause No. 2006 NB 0150 Re: Order to Show Cause Parties and Counsel Present: Respondent did not appear and was not represented by counsel. The State of Indiana was not represented.


Participating Board Members: Mr. Helmuth (Hearing Officer) Ms. Peters Ms. Dye Ms. Parker Ms. Shook Ms. Jones Ms. Slagle Case Summary: Respondent’s license was placed on Indefinite Probation at the November 16, 2006 Board meeting. The Decision on License Renewal Application was filed on December 6, 2006. An Order to Show Cause was filed on April 4, 2007. Board Action: A motion was made and seconded to issue a Notice of Proposed Default. HELMUTH/PETERS Motion carried 7-0-0 A motion was made and seconded to place the Respondent’s license on Summary Suspension for a period of ninety (90) days.

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EE. State of Indiana v. Cathy Lynn Coffey, R.N., License No. 28151589A

Administrative Cause No. 2006 NB 005 Re: Order to Show Cause Parties and Counsel Present: Respondent did not appear and was not represented by counsel. The State of Indiana was not represented.


Participating Board Members: Mr. Helmuth (Hearing Officer) Ms. Peters Ms. Dye Ms. Parker Ms. Shook Ms. Jones Ms. Slagle Case Summary: Respondent’s license was placed on Indefinite Probation at the January 19, 2006 Board meeting. The Decision on License Renewal was filed on February 3, 2006. An Order to Show Cause was filed on April 4, 2007. Board Action: A motion was made and seconded to issue a Notice of Proposed Default and place the Respondent’s license on Summary Suspension for a period of ninety (90) days. HELMUTH/JONES Motion carried 7-0-0

FF. State of Indiana v. Amy Gard, L.P.N., License No. 27041295A


Participating Board Members: Mr. Helmuth (Hearing Officer) Ms. Peters Ms. Dye Ms. Parker Ms. Shook Ms. Jones Ms. Slagle Case Summary: Respondent’s license was placed on Summary Suspension at the January 18, 2007 Board meeting. A complaint was filed on April 3, 2007 alleging the Respondent violated five counts of Indiana Code 25-1-9-4. Board Action: A motion was made and seconded to issue a Notice of Proposed Default and renew the Summary Suspension on the Respondent’s license for an additional ninety (90) days. HELMUTH/JONES Motion carried 7-0-0

GG. State of Indiana v. Elizabeth Leon, R.N., License No. 28106735A Administrative Cause No. 2007 NB 003 Re: Preliminary & Disciplinary Hearing Parties and Counsel Present: Respondent did not appear and was not represented by counsel. Laura Wilford, Deputy Attorney General for the State of Indiana

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Participating Board Members: Mr. Helmuth (Hearing Officer) Ms. Peters Ms. Dye Ms. Parker Ms. Shook Ms. Jones Ms. Slagle Case Summary: Respondent’s license was placed on Summary Suspension at the January 18, 2007 Board meeting. A complaint was filed on April 9, 2007 alleging the Respondent violated three counts of Indiana Code 25-1-9-4. Board Action: A motion was made and seconded to place the Respondent’s license Indefinite Suspension for a period of ninety (90) days. Prior to petitioning for reinstatement, Respondent must have a complete psychological evaluation by a Board approved psychologist or psychiatrist, have a complete evaluation by a Board approved addictionologist, have ninety (90) days of full compliance with ISNAP and pay two fines in the amount of $250.00 dollars each for a total of $500.00. HELMUTH/SLAGLE Motion carried 7-0-0

HH. State of Indiana v. Tina Louise Irish, L.P.N., License No. 27044206A

Administrative Cause No. 2005 NB 0176 Re: Preliminary & Disciplinary Hearing Parties and Counsel Present: Respondent did not appear and was not represented by counsel. Laura Wilford, Deputy Attorney General for the State of Indiana

Participating Board Members: Mr. Helmuth (Hearing Officer) Ms. Peters Ms. Dye Ms. Parker Ms. Shook Ms. Jones Case Summary: Respondent’s license was placed on Summary Suspension at the January 18, 2007 Board meeting. A complaint was filed on April 9, 2007 alleging the Respondent violated three counts of Indiana Code 25-1-9-4. Respondent requested a continuance the morning of the hearing. Board Action: A motion was made and seconded to approve the continuance. HELMUTH/PETERS Motion carried 6-0-0 A motion was made and seconded to renew the Summary Suspension on the Respondent’s license for an additional ninety (90) days. HELMUTH/JONES Motion carried 7-0-0

II. State of Indiana v. Jessica Bilby, L.P.N., License No. 27050078A

Administrative Cause No. 2006 NB 0127 Re: Petition for Summary Suspension Parties and Counsel Present: Respondent did not appear and was not represented by counsel. Elizabeth Kiefner, Deputy Attorney General for the State of Indiana

Participating Board Members: Mr. Helmuth (Hearing Officer) Ms. Peters Ms. Dye Ms. Parker

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Ms. Shook Ms. Jones Ms. Slagle Case Summary: A Petition for Summary Suspension was filed on April 10, 2007. Board Action: A motion was made and seconded to place the Respondent’s license on Summary Suspension for a period of ninety (90) days. HELMUTH/PETERS Motion carried 7-0-0

JJ. State of Indiana v. William W. Hunter, R.N., License No. 28162600A

Administrative Cause No. 2007 NB 059 Re: Petition for Summary Suspension Parties and Counsel Present: William W. Hunter, Respondent Tracy Fitz, Deputy Attorney General for the State of Indiana


Participating Board Members: Mr. Helmuth (Hearing Officer) Ms. Peters Ms. Dye Ms. Parker Ms. Shook Ms. Jones Ms. Slagle Case Summary: A Petition for Summary Suspension was filed on April 11, 2007. Board Action: A motion was made and seconded to place the Respondent’s license on Summary Suspension for a period of ninety (90) days. HELMUTH/PETERS Motion carried 6-0-0

KK. State of Indiana v. Kevin Michael Price, R.N., License No. 28172210A

Administrative Cause No. 2007 NB 058 Re: Petition for Summary Suspension Parties and Counsel Present: Respondent did not appear and was not represented by counsel. Tracy Fitz, Deputy Attorney General for the State of Indiana


Participating Board Members: Mr. Helmuth (Hearing Officer) Ms. Peters Ms. Dye Ms. Parker Ms. Shook Ms. Jones Ms. Slagle Case Summary: A Petition for Summary Suspension was filed on April 11, 2007. Board Action: A motion was made and seconded to place the Respondent’s license on Summary Suspension for a period of ninety (90) days. HELMUTH/DYE Motion carried 7-0-0

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LL. State of Indiana v. Rosie Elizabeth Banks, L.P.N., License No. 27029478A Administrative Cause No. 2007 NB 060 Re: Petition for Summary Suspension Parties and Counsel Present: Respondent did not appear and was not represented by counsel. Tracy Fitz, Deputy Attorney General for the State of Indiana


MM. State of Indiana v. Cynthia Lou Hillman, L.P.N., License No. 27029898A


Participating Board Members: Mr. Helmuth (Hearing Officer) Ms. Peters Ms. Dye Ms. Parker Ms. Shook Ms. Jones Ms. Slagle Case Summary: Respondent’s license was placed on Summary Suspension at the January 18, 2007 Board meeting. A complaint was filed on April 11, 2007 alleging the Respondent violated two counts of Indiana Code 25-1-9-4. Board Action: A motion was made and seconded to issue a Notice of Proposed Default. HELMUTH/DYE Motion carried 7-0-0 A motion was made and seconded to renew the Summary Suspension on the Respondent’s license for an additional ninety (90) days. HELMUTH/SHOOK Motion carried 7-0-0

NN. State of Indiana v. Susan Carringer, R.N., License No. 28170273A

Administrative Cause No. 2007 NB 061 Re: Petition for Summary Suspension Parties and Counsel Present: Respondent did not appear and was not represented by counsel. Mark Mader, Deputy Attorney General for the State of Indiana


Participating Board Members:

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Mr. Helmuth (Hearing Officer) Ms. Peters Ms. Dye Ms. Parker Ms. Shook Ms. Jones Ms. Slagle Case Summary: A Petition for Summary Suspension was filed on April 12, 2007. Board Action: A motion was made and seconded to place the Respondent’s license on Summary Suspension for a period of ninety (90) days. PETERS/PARKER Motion carried 7-0-0

OO. State of Indiana v. Dawn Gehring, R.N., License No. 28119176A

Administrative Cause No. 2006 NB 0092 Re: Petition for Extension of Summary Suspension Parties and Counsel Present: Respondent did not appear and was not represented by counsel. Laura Wilford, Deputy Attorney General for the State of Indiana

Participating Board Members: Mr. Helmuth (Hearing Officer) Ms. Peters Ms. Dye Ms. Parker Ms. Shook Ms. Jones Ms. Slagle Case Summary: A Petition for Extension of Summary Suspension was filed on April 12, 2007. Board Action: A motion was made and seconded to renew the Summary Suspension on the Respondent’s license for an additional ninety (90) days. HELMUTH/JONES Motion carried 7-0-0

PP. State of Indiana v. Chisa Johnson, L.P.N., License No. 27053568A



Participating Board Members: Mr. Helmuth (Hearing Officer) Ms. Peters Ms. Dye Ms. Parker Ms. Shook Ms. Jones Ms. Slagle Case Summary: A Petition for Summary Suspension was filed on April 17, 2007. Board Action: A motion was made and seconded to place the Respondent’s license on Summary Suspension for a period of ninety (90) days. HELMUTH/JONES Motion carried 7-0-0

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QQ. State of Indiana v. Rachel Nicole Vaughn, L.P.N., License No. 27053499A Administrative Cause No. 2007 NB 063 Re: Petition for Summary Suspension Parties and Counsel Present: Respondent did not appear and was not represented by counsel. Tracy Fitz, Deputy Attorney General for the State of Indiana


Participating Board Members: Mr. Helmuth (Hearing Officer) Ms. Peters Ms. Dye Ms. Parker Ms. Shook Ms. Jones Ms. Slagle Case Summary: A Petition for Summary Suspension was filed on April 17, 2007. Board Action: A motion was made and seconded to place the Respondent’s license on Summary Suspension for a period of ninety (90) days. HELMUTH/DYE Motion carried 7-0-0

RR. State of Indiana v. Cheryl Lynn Blackford, R.N., License No. 28140387A




SS. State of Indiana v. Rebecca Guinn, L.P.N., License No. 27033911A Administrative Cause No. 2007 NB 0026 Re: Notice of Proposed Dismissal Parties and Counsel Present: Rebecca Guinn, Respondent The State of Indiana was not represented.

Participating Board Members: Mr. Helmuth (Hearing Officer) Ms. Peters Ms. Dye Ms. Parker

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Ms. Shook Ms. Jones Ms. Slagle Case Summary: A Notice of Proposed Dismissal was filed on March 29, 2007. Board Action: A motion was made and seconded to approve the Notice of Proposed Dismissal. HELMUTH/DYE Motion carried 7-0-0

TT. State of Indiana v. Kimberly Kay Zorman, R.N., License No. 28139993A Administrative Cause No. 2007 NB 016 Re: Notice of Proposed Default Parties and Counsel Present: Respondent did not appear and was not represented by counsel. Laura Wilford, Deputy Attorney General for the State of Indiana

Participating Board Members: Mr. Helmuth (Hearing Officer) Ms. Peters Ms. Dye Ms. Parker Ms. Shook Ms. Jones Ms. Slagle Case Summary: Respondent did not appear at the hearing scheduled on March 15, 2007. The Summary Suspension and Notice of Proposed Default was filed on March 21, 2007. A response from the Respondent was received. The Board considered the Respondent’s response. Board Action: A motion was made and seconded to hold the Respondent’s license in Default. HELMUTH/PETERS Motion carried 7-0-0 A motion was made and seconded to place the Respondent’s license on Indefinite Suspension for a period of one (1) year. Further, prior to petitioning, Respondent must have ninety (90) days of compliance with ISNAP and pay a fine in the amount of $250.00 dollars. HELMUTH/PARKER Motion carried 7-0-0

UU. State of Indiana v. Karla D. Eastridge, L.P.N., License No. 27028947A

Administrative Cause No. 2006 NB 0163 Re: Notice of Proposed Default Parties and Counsel Present: Respondent did not appear and was not represented by counsel. Elizabeth Kiefner, Deputy Attorney General for the State of Indiana


Participating Board Members: Mr. Helmuth (Hearing Officer) Ms. Peters Ms. Dye Ms. Parker Ms. Shook Ms. Jones Ms. Slagle Case Summary: Respondent did not appear at the hearing scheduled on March 15, 2007. The Extension of Summary Suspension and Notice of Proposed Default Order was filed on March 21, 2007. There has been no response from the Respondent.

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Board Action: A motion was made and seconded to hold the Respondent’s license in Default. HELMUTH/DYE Motion carried 7-0-0 A motion was made and seconded to place the Respondent’s license Indefinite Suspension. Further, prior to petitioning, Respondent must have a psychological evaluation by a Board approved psychologist, six (6) months of compliance with ISNAP and pay a fine in the amount of $500.00 dollars. HELMUTH/PETERS Motion carried 7-0-0

VV. State of Indiana v. Holly Marie Pine, L.P.N., License No. 27052363A

Administrative Cause No. 2006 NB 0157 Re: Notice of Proposed Default Parties and Counsel Present: Respondent did not appear and was not represented by counsel. Laura Wilford, Deputy Attorney General for the State of Indiana

Participating Board Members: Mr. Helmuth (Hearing Officer) Ms. Peters Ms. Dye Ms. Parker Ms. Shook Ms. Jones Ms. Slagle Case Summary: Respondent did not appear at the hearing scheduled on March 15, 2007. The Order Extending Summary Suspension and Notice of Proposed Default was filed on March 21, 2007. A response was received from the Respondent. The Board considered the Respondent’s response. Board Action: A motion was made and seconded to hold the Respondent’s license in Default. HELMUTH/PETERS Motion carried 7-0-0 A motion was made and seconded to place the Respondent’s license on Indefinite Suspension for a period of three (3) years. Further, Respondent must have one (1) year of compliance with ISNAP, pay costs to the Attorney General’s Office and IPLA, and a fine in the amount of $500.00 dollars. HELMUTH/PETERS Motion carried 7-0-0

WW. State of Indiana v. Jill Christa Jones, L.P.N., License No. 27046372A

Administrative Cause No. 2006 NB 0158 Re: Notice of Proposed Default Parties and Counsel Present: Respondent did not appear and was not represented by counsel. Mark Mader, Deputy Attorney General for the State of Indiana

Participating Board Members: Mr. Helmuth (Hearing Officer) Ms. Peters Ms. Dye Ms. Parker Ms. Shook Ms. Jones Ms. Slagle Case Summary: Respondent did not appear at the hearing scheduled on March 15, 2007. The Extension of Summary Suspension and Notice of Proposed Default was filed on March 21, 2007. There has been no response from the Respondent. Board Action: A motion was made and seconded to hold the Respondent’s license in Default. HELMUTH/PETERS

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Motion carried 7-0-0 A motion was made and seconded to place the Respondent’s license on Indefinite Suspension for a period of one (1) year. Further, Respondent must have six (6) months of compliance with ISNAP and pay a fine in the amount of $250.00 dollars. HELMUTH/PETERS Motion carried 7-0-0

XX. State of Indiana v. James Dockery, L.P.N., License No. 27045650A

Administrative Cause No. 2007 NB 0015 Re: Notice of Proposed Default Parties and Counsel Present: Respondent did not appear and was not represented by counsel. Laura Wilford, Deputy Attorney General for the State of Indiana

Participating Board Members: Mr. Helmuth (Hearing Officer) Ms. Peters Ms. Dye Ms. Parker Ms. Shook Ms. Jones Ms. Slagle Case Summary: Respondent did not appear at the hearing scheduled on March 15, 2007. The Notice of Proposed Default was filed on March 21, 2007. There has been no response from the Respondent. Board Action: A motion was made and seconded to place the Respondent’s license Indefinite Suspension. Further, Respondent must have a psychological evaluation within thirty days prior to petitioning for reinstatement and pay a fine in the amount of $250.00 dollars. HELMUTH/JONES Motion carried 7-0-0

YY. State of Indiana v. Rebecca Lynn Graves, L.P.N., License No. 27028695A

Administrative Cause No. 2006 NB 0091 Re: Notice of Proposed Default Parties and Counsel Present: Respondent did not appear and was not represented by counsel. Elizabeth Kiefner, Deputy Attorney General for the State of Indiana

Participating Board Members: Mr. Helmuth (Hearing Officer) Ms. Peters Ms. Dye Ms. Parker Ms. Shook Ms. Jones Ms. Slagle Case Summary: Respondent did not appear at the hearing scheduled on February 15, 2007. The Notice of Proposed Default was filed on March 7, 2007. A response from the Respondent was received. The Board considered the Respondent’s response. Board Action: A motion was made and seconded to place the Respondent’s license Indefinite Suspension. Further, Respondent must have a psychological evaluation within thirty days prior to petitioning for reinstatement and have ninety (90) days of compliance with ISNAP.


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X. DELIBERATION AND POSSIBLE ISSUANCE OF FINAL ORDERS A. Settlement Agreements 1. State of Indiana v. Dustin Childress, L.P.N., License No. 27045163A Administrative Cause No. 2006 NB 0160 RE: Proposed Settlement Agreement

Parties and Counsel Present: Respondent did not appear and was not represented by counsel. Elizabeth Kiefner, Deputy Attorney General for the State of Indiana Participating Board Members: Ms. Peters (Hearing Officer) Mr. Helmuth Ms. Shook Ms. Slagle Ms. Dye

Ms. Parker Ms. Jones Case Summary: An Agreement was filed on March 27, 2007 between the Respondent and the Office of the Attorney General. The Agreement included Indefinite Suspension on the Respondent’s license. Further, prior to petitioning for reinstatement, Respondent must have three (3) months of documented compliance with his RMA, a total of six (6) hours of continuing education credits as outlined in the Final Order, submit results of a complete addictionologist examination by a certified addictionologist, Letter of Reprimand and pay a fine in the amount of $500.00 dollars. The Agreement was not signed by the Respondent. Board Action: A motion was made and seconded to issue a Notice of Proposed Default. HELMUTH/PETERS Motion carried 7-0-0 A motion was made and seconded to place the Respondent’s license on Summary Suspension for a period of ninety (90) days. HELMUTH/DYE Motion carried 7-0-0

2. State of Indiana v. Mary Ellen Fain, R.N., License No. 28154671A

Administrative Cause No. 2006 NB 0073 Re: Proposed Settlement Agreement Parties and Counsel Present: Respondent did not appear and was not represented by counsel. Laura Wilford, Deputy Attorney General for the State of Indiana

Participating Board Members: Ms. Peters (Hearing Officer) Mr. Helmuth Ms. Shook Ms. Slagle Ms. Dye

Ms. Parker Ms. Jones Case Summary: An Agreement was filed on March 19, 2007 between the Respondent and the Office of the Attorney General. The Agreement included Indefinite Probation on the Respondent’s license. Respondent must enter into and remain in compliance with an RMA within thirty (30) days of the Final Order. Further, prior to petitioning, Respondent must pay a fine in the amount of $750.00, complete the RMA, submit results from an evaluation from a Board certified addictionologist and submit certified documents which demonstrate that her licenses in other jurisdictions are in good standing. Board Action: A motion was made and seconded to accept the Agreement. HELMUTH/SLAGLE Motion carried 7-0-0

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3. State of Indiana v. Janie Ann Pile, R.N., License No. 2131577A

Administrative Cause No. 2007 NB 053 Re: Agreement for Summary Suspension Parties and Counsel Present: Respondent did not appear and was not represented by counsel. Elizabeth Kiefner, Deputy Attorney General for the State of Indiana

Participating Board Members: Ms. Peters (Hearing Officer) Mr. Helmuth Ms. Shook Ms. Slagle Ms. Dye

Ms. Parker Ms. Jones Case Summary: An Agreement was filed on April 4, 2007 between the Respondent and the Office of the Attorney General. The Agreement included Summary Suspension of the Respondent’s license for an additional ninety (90) days. Board Action: A motion was made and seconded to accept the Agreement. HELMUTH/DYE Motion carried 7-0-0

4. State of Indiana v. Tina Marie Gaddis, L.P.N., License No. 27040944A Administrative Cause No. 2007 NB 0027 Re: Proposed Settlement Agreement Parties and Counsel Present: Respondent did not appear and was not represented by counsel. Elizabeth Kiefner, Deputy Attorney General for the State of Indiana

Participating Board Members: Ms. Peters (Hearing Officer) Mr. Helmuth Ms. Shook Ms. Dye

Ms. Parker Ms. Jones Case Summary: An Agreement was filed on April 18, 2007 between the Respondent and the Office of the Attorney General. The Agreement included a fine in the amount of $250.00 dollars. Board Action: A motion was made and seconded to accept the Agreement. PETERS/DYE Motion carried 6-0-0

5. State of Indiana v. Jodi Leigh Hall, L.P.N., License No. 27043578A Administrative Cause No. 2007 NB 023 Re: Proposed Settlement Agreement Parties and Counsel Present: Respondent did not appear and was not represented by counsel. Laura Wilford, Deputy Attorney General for the State of Indiana

Participating Board Members: Ms. Peters (Hearing Officer) Mr. Helmuth Ms. Shook Ms. Dye

Ms. Parker Ms. Jones Case Summary: An Agreement was filed on April 17, 2007 between the Respondent and the Office of the Attorney General. The Agreement included Indefinite Probation on the Respondent’s license.

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Respondent must be evaluated by ISNAP within thirty (30) days of the Final Order. Further, within one hundred (100) days of the Final Order, Respondent must pay a fine in the amount of $750.00 dollars and submit proof of six (6) continuing education credits as outlined in the Final Order. Board Action: A motion was made and seconded to deny the Agreement and move to place the Respondent’s license on Summary Suspension for a period of ninety (90) days. PETERS/JONES Motion carried 6-0-0

6. State of Indiana v. Sarah Ford Osmond, L.P.N., License No. 27038088A Administrative Cause No. 2007 NB 029 Re: Proposed Settlement Agreement Parties and Counsel Present: Respondent did not appear and was not represented by counsel. Laura Wilford, Deputy Attorney General for the State of Indiana Participating Board Members: Ms. Peters (Hearing Officer) Mr. Helmuth Ms. Shook Ms. Dye

Ms. Parker Ms. Jones Ms. Slagle Case Summary: An Agreement was filed on April 17, 2007 between the Respondent and the Office of the Attorney General. The Agreement included a fine in the amount of $250.00 dollars. Board Action: A motion was made and seconded to accept the Agreement. HELMUTH/PETERS Motion carried 7-0-0

7. State of Indiana v. Nancy Chorba, R.N., License No. 28126169A

Administrative Cause No. 2006 NB 0051 Re: Proposed Settlement Agreement Parties and Counsel Present: Nancy Chorba, Respondent Paula Neff, Counsel was not present. Elizabeth Kiefner, Deputy Attorney General for the State of Indiana.

Participating Board Members: Mr. Helmuth (Hearing Officer) Ms. Peters Ms. Dye Ms. Parker Ms. Shook Ms. Jones Ms. Slagle Case Summary: A Settlement Agreement was presented to the Board. The Agreement included a Letter of Reprimand and eight (8) continuing education credits as outlined in the Final Order. Board Action: A motion was made and seconded to approve the Agreement. HELMUTH/JONES Motion carried 7-0-0

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XI. ADJOURNMENT

There being no further business, and having completed its duties, the meeting of the Indiana State Board of Nursing adjourned at 8:45 p.m. ___________________________________________ __________________ Mervin Helmuth, R.N., President Date ___________________________________________ __________________ Ann Parker, R.N., Secretary Date

I. CALL TO ORDER & ESTABLISHMENT OF QUORUM · 2019-09-05 · 1 MINUTES INDIANA STATE BOARD OF NURSING April 19, 2007 I. CALL TO ORDER & ESTABLISHMENT OF QUORUM Mr. Helmuth called

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