Episode Summary:
In this powerful episode of Don’t Eat Your Young, host Beth Quaas sits down with nurse practitioner, educator, and healthcare leader Amy Siple to share her shocking story. After 30+ years of spotless nursing service, Amy’s career was nearly destroyed due to a clerical licensing error during her husband's cancer treatment. Together, they uncover the harsh realities of board investigations, license renewals, and the lack of protections for nurses.

Key Topics Covered:

• Why nurse licensing boards aren't your ally during investigations
• How failing to renew a license on time can result in accusations of unprofessional conduct
• The critical importance of malpractice insurance license protection riders
• How public shaming and broken systems are driving compassionate nurses out of practice

Resources & Links:
Connect with Amy Siple on LinkedIn and Youtube.
Visit Amy's website.
Amy Siple’s article about nurse practitioner-led care can be found on PubMed.

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