Operation Nightingale is a multi-state federal enforcement action targeting an alleged scheme involving fraudulent nursing diplomas and transcripts tied to now-closed Florida-based schools. As a result of this investigation, nursing boards across the country have begun reviewing credentials, placing many Registered Nurses, Licensed Practical Nurses, and Licensed Vocational Nurses at risk of disciplinary action, suspension, or loss of licensure.
If your nursing license has been flagged or a complaint has been filed, working with an experienced nurse license defense lawyer is essential. These matters move quickly and can threaten your ability to continue practicing. A nurse license defense lawyer can help you respond to licensing board inquiries, challenge allegations, and take proactive steps to protect your nursing career before enforcement actions escalate.
Texas Nurses Facing Operation Nightingale: The First 72 Hours
A letter tied to Operation Nightingale can be alarming. In this video, attorney Kerry Bloodsaw and client manager Jasen Dalus explain the first 72 hours, how to protect your Texas nursing license, and the stages of board action, including investigations, formal charges, and possible non-disciplinary agreements.
How Florida School Investigations Can Affect Texas Nursing Licenses
Florida regulators have taken action against certain nursing schools connected to Operation Nightingale, requiring audits and record reviews tied to alleged credential issues. These actions have led licensing boards across the nation to closely examine the nursing education histories of the affected institutions.
For nurses licensed in Texas, this scrutiny can trigger license reviews, documentation requests, or disciplinary proceedings by the Texas Board of Nursing, even if a license was previously approved. The Florida schools identified in these federal investigations include:
- Agape Academy of Sciences
- Azure College – Fort Lauderdale, Florida
- Carleen Health Institute of South Florida – West Palm Beach / Carleen Home Health School II
- Florida College of Health Science II d/b/a Florida College of Health, LLC – Tampa, Florida
- Ideal Professional Institute – Miami Gardens, Florida
- Med-Life Institute – multiple locations: Kissimmee, Lauderdale Lakes, Naples, West Palm Beach, Florida
- Myrielle School of Nursing – Palm Springs, Florida
- Nursing Bridges Institute – Pensacola, Florida
- Palm Beach International College – Lake Worth, Florida
- Palm Beach School of Nursing – Palm Beach County, Florida
- Quisqueya Health Care Academy – Florida
- Quisqueya School of Nursing d/b/a Sunshine Academy – Florida
- Sacred Heart International Institute – Broward County, Florida
- Siena and Sienna College of Health II – Broward County, Florida
- Sigma Institute of Health – Florida
- Suncoast College of Health – Bradenton, Florida
- Techni-Pro Institute, LLC – Boca Raton, Florida
- The Enfimye Institute – West Palm Beach, Florida
If your nursing education came from one of these schools, an Operation Nightingale license defense lawyer can help you respond to board inquiries and protect your Texas nursing license. At Bertolino LLP, we assist nurses facing investigations related to Operation Nightingale, including challenges to educational credentials, license eligibility, and potential disciplinary actions by the Texas Board of Nursing.
Texas Board of Nursing and Operation Nightingale License Reviews
The Texas Board of Nursing is actively reviewing licenses connected to Operation Nightingale, focusing on individuals who used fraudulent nursing credentials to qualify and sit for the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX) and obtain RN, LPN, and LVN licensure.
The Board works closely with other nursing regulatory bodies, educational institutions, and accreditation authorities to detect and investigate these issues. Letters from the Texas Board of Nursing may request documentation or explanations, and in some cases, licensure obtained through fraudulent means may be subject to revocation. An Operation Nightingale license defense lawyer can help you respond properly, protect your license, and guide you through the investigation process.
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Protecting Your License During an Operation Nightingale Investigation
If your nursing license is being reviewed as part of Operation Nightingale, taking immediate action is essential. These investigations focus on individuals who obtained licensure using fraudulent or questionable nursing credentials. An Operation Nightingale license defense lawyer can help you respond to the Texas Board of Nursing (BON), protect your license, and navigate the review process. Common issues in these cases include:
- Attendance at schools implicated in Operation Nightingale
- Questions about the authenticity of educational credentials
- Eligibility to sit for the national nursing board exam
At Bertolino LLP, our attorneys gather documentation, verify credentials, and work directly with (and sometimes against) the Texas BON to challenge allegations, protect licensure, and guide nurses through any corrective or compliance actions required.
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At Bertolino LLP, We Help Nurses Facing Operation Nightingale Investigations by the Texas Board of Nursing
If your nursing license is being reviewed as part of Operation Nightingale, it’s crucial to seek guidance from an experienced Operation Nightingale license defense lawyer. At Bertolino LLP, we have been advocating for medical professionals for over 20 years, helping nurses protect their careers when their education or credentials are under scrutiny.
We take the time to understand your situation, review your educational records, and provide clear, practical advice and counsel to defend your license and keep you working in your profession. Our goal is to work closely with you and ensure your rights are protected throughout the investigation process.
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