Florida man accused of posing as nurse using fake license

Legal & Compliance Risks - Joseph Kenny was arrested for two counts of practicing healthcare without a license [1] - Kenny presented a fake license during a nursing interview, impersonating his roommate [1] - Kenny's Florida nursing license was revoked in 2022 due to past disciplinary actions [3] - Kenny has a history of nursing licenses in Florida, Alabama, and California being disciplined for diverting drugs and DUI [3] Patient Safety & Healthcare Quality Concerns - Kenny applied for at least a dozen jobs and worked at a nursing home and another facility as a registered nurse for about a week each [4] - The sheriff raised concerns about patient safety, highlighting the risks of unlicensed individuals administering drugs [4] - The incident underscores the importance of thorough vetting processes in healthcare hiring [5] Hiring & Verification Procedures - Investigators set up a fake job interview after receiving a tip [2] - The hiring manager noticed discrepancies in Kenny's appearance and application [2][3] - The hiring manager identified that the driver's license presented was not a valid Florida driver's license [3]