EP 142: The Impact of False Board of Nursing Complaints on Nurses' Careers

Maryland Registered Nurse Stephanie Skipper shares her harrowing experience with false Board of Nursing complaints, board proceedings, and legal battles in the post-op care industry. This episode explores healthcare entrepreneurship and manual lymphatic drainage versus cellulite lymphatic drainage within a nurse's scope of practice. The discussion also touches on regulatory overreach, due process, extortion, fake degrees, and fighting false nursing license allegations. Thank you to Nurses Uncorked Enema Award Sponsor, Happy Bum Co. Please visit https://happybumco.com/  and use promo code NURSESUNCORKED for 20% off your first bundle. Advertise on the show! Email with the subject NURSES UNCORKED SPONSOR to: nursesuncorked@gmail.com Become a Patron! Gain early access to episodes, ad-free episodes, exclusive bonus content, giveaways, Zoom parties, shout-outs, and much more. https://patron.podbean.com/nursesuncorkedpodcast ETSY Shop:  Stop Healthcare Worker Violence! https://www.etsy.com/shop/TheNurseErica   Guest Stephanie Skipper: Instagram: @iamnursestephie  tiktok.com/@iamnursestephie   DISCLAIMER: This episode presents the personal account and perspective of Stephanie Skipper regarding her experiences with the Maryland Board of Nursing and a named individual. The statements, allegations, and opinions expressed are solely those of the guest and do not represent the views of this podcast or its producers. All claims made in this episode are alleged and unverified. The individual referenced as having filed a complaint has not been contacted for comment, and this episode does not represent their account or position. Nothing in this episode should be construed as a statement of fact regarding any third party. Listeners are encouraged to seek multiple perspectives before forming conclusions. This podcast does not intend to defame, harass, or make false statements of fact about any person or organization. Any legal proceedings or regulatory matters referenced are ongoing or concluded matters of public record and are discussed here in good faith for informational and advocacy purposes only. This content is not legal advice. Chapters: 00:00 Introduction to Stephanie's Journey 06:36 Stephanie's Nursing Background and Business Ventures 12:25 The Manual Lymphatic Drainage Massage Course that Started it All 19:45 Conflict with a Competitor 23:34 The Board of Nursing Investigation 28:36 License Suspension and Fallout from the Complaint 35:10 Investigating the Accuser 44:20 More Victims 46:39 Navigating the Board of Nursing Investigatory Process and Proceedings 55:42 Charges and Accusations 56:55 Cellulite Lymphatic Drainage versus Manual Lymphatic Drainage 1:00:42 Enema of the Week Award 1:03:09 Forged Letter 1:08:09 Witnesses and Testimonies 1:13:34 Appealing the Decision and Moving Forward 1:22:14 Going Public: The Power of Social Media 1:27:40 Due Process and Plans for Civil Lawsuits   Help the podcast grow by giving episodes a like, download, follow and a 5 ️ star rating! Please follow Nurses Uncorked at: tiktok.com/nurses-uncorked https://youtube.com/@NursesUncorkedL   You can listen to the podcast at: podcasts.apple/nursesuncorked spotify.com/nursesuncorked podbean.com/nursesuncorked iheart.com/nurses-uncorked   Follow Nurse Erica:  @TheNurseErica on TikTok, Instagram, Facebook and YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/@thenurseerica9094 https://www.instagram.com/the.nurse.erica/   DISCLAIMER: This Podcast and all related content published or distributed by or on behalf of Nurse Erica or Nurses Uncorked Podcast is for informational, educational and entertainment purposes only and may include information that is general in nature and that is not specific to you. Any information or opinions expressed or contained herein are not intended to serve as legal advice, or replace medical advice, nor to diagnose, prescribe or treat any disease, condition, illness or injury, and you should consult your health care professional regarding all matters concerning your health, including before beginning any exercise, weigh