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Average Nursing Expert Witnesses Court Fees
$250/hr
Review Fee
$325/hr
Deposition Fee
$400/hr
Court Fee
This nursing expert earned her BS in Nursing from the University of Texas HSC at San Antonio and her MS in Nursing from Arkansas State University. She is certified as an Advanced Nurse Practitioner, a Family Nurse Practitioner, and a Nurse Educator. She belongs to a number of prestigious societies in the field, including the American Nurses Association and the National League of Nursing. This expert is currently an assistant professor of nursing at a top university medical center and an advanced practice nurse in a hospital setting.
Advanced Practice Nurse, Area Hospital
Master of Science (MS), Arkansas State University
Memphis,
Tennessee
This expert is a Registered Nurse, certified in Medical/Surgical and ambulatory care nursing, and received a masters degree in Nursing Education from Tennessee Tech University. He is a former Surgical Nurse for the US Navy Hospital in Okinawa, and the Division Officer of the Same Day Surgery and Conscious Sedation Suite at the Navy Hospital in Pensacola. Currently, he is a Medical and Surgical Instructor at a Tennessee-based nursing university.
Medical and Surgical Instructor, Tennessee-based nursing university
Master of Science in Nursing (MSN), Tennessee Tech University
Cookeville,
Tennessee
The expert is currently a Professor at a major university nursing school and a Family Nurse Practitioner at a community health center. In addition to several associate dean roles at various universities, she has published extensively on various topics including background checks, moral turpitude, and nursing. She is currently researching childhood obesity in addition to teaching pediatrics courses and several others.
Professor, A TN university
Doctor of Education (EdD), University of Tennessee-Knoxville
Lenoir City,
Tennessee
This qualified expert earned her ADN from Sincalir Community College and is certified in ACLS, PALS, and BLS. She is a licensed registered nurse in Tennessee and is certified as a professional legal nurse consultant by the National Center for Legal Nurse Consultants. This expert has previously served as a registered nurse house float at Southern Hills Medical Center and as a clinical coordinator for Crossroads Surgery Center. She currently is an emergency room registered nurse at a comprehensive Tennessee medical center.
Chapel Hill,
Tennessee
This Tennessee-based expert received his AS in nursing from Motlow State Community College, his BSN from the University of Tennessee, and his MS in family nursing from Austin Peay State University. This expert is a licensed registered nurse and is certified in both ACLS and BLS. Formerly, he served as a registered cardiac telemetry nurse at Saint Thomas West Hospital, a travel nurse at Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital and Christus Spohn Memorial Hospital, and a registered nurse in the cardiovascular intensive care unit at Saint Thomas West Hospital. He currently serves as a family nurse practitioner in the electrophysiology and cardiology unit at a hospital in Tennessee.
Family Nurse Practitioner, A Hospital in TN
Master of Science (MS), Austin Peay State University
Franklin,
Tennessee
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What Can a Nursing Expert Witness Opine On?
Medication Administration
Delivering prescribed medications to patients.
Wound Care
Cleaning and dressing patient wounds.
Vital Signs Monitoring
Checking heart rate, blood pressure, and temperature.
Patient Assessment
Evaluating patient's health and conditions.
Intravenous Therapy
Administering fluids and medications through IV.
Patient Education
Teaching patients about health management.
FAQs for Nursing Expert Witnesses
What is a nursing expert witness?
A nursing expert witness is a qualified nurse who explains nursing standards and care in legal cases. They assist by reviewing medical records, offering opinions, and testifying to clarify complex nursing issues.
In what case types may a nursing expert witness be required?
A nursing expert witness is required in medical malpractice, nursing home abuse, personal injury, wrongful death, elder neglect, hospital liability, and standards-of-care cases.
How can a nursing expert witness evaluate adherence to the nursing standard of care?
A nursing expert witness evaluates adherence to the nursing standard of care by comparing records, policies, and nurse actions to accepted professional guidelines and evidence-based practices.
What qualifications should a nursing expert witness possess for high-acuity hospital matters?
A nursing expert witness for high-acuity hospital matters should have advanced clinical credentials, current licensure, critical care experience, and prior testimony or legal consulting experience.
How does a nursing expert witness assess nursing documentation for evidentiary reliability?
A nursing expert witness evaluates nursing documentation for evidentiary reliability by checking accuracy, completeness, timeliness, consistency with standards of care, and absence of alterations.
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