Nursing Expert Witnesses in West Virginia

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Nursing expert witnesses practice in a variety of fields, including geriatric nursing, pediatric nursing, psychiatric nursing, oncology nursing, and emergency nursing. Some of the most common specialties among nursing expert witnesses also include critical care nursing, forensic nursing, surgical nursing, obstetric and gynecological nursing, and community health nursing. They have provided opinions on the effects of medication errors, patient safety issues, standards of care, medical malpractice, and patient advocacy.

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Average Nursing Expert Witnesses Court Fees

$250/hr

Review Fee

$325/hr

Deposition Fee

$400/hr

Court Fee

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Review Fee $150/hr
Deposition Fee $300/hr
Court Fee $600/hr

This extremely qualified expert with licensed nursing home administrator with years of experience in the field. She received both her B.Ed. and M.Ed. degrees from the University of Toledo and completed her post-graduate training in healthcare and business administration at the University of North Carolina, the University of Toledo and Ashland University. She had fellow status at the American College of Healthcare Administrators and a member of several other professional associations. She is a former executive nurse at Mississippi State Hospital and a former long term care consultant at Omnicare Westhaven. She is also the former nursing home administrator and director of nursing a The Ohio Veterans Home and the former Director of the critical care and post anesthesia units at Firelands Community Hospital. Currently, she works as a Hospital, Nursing Home and Behavioral Health Surveyor for a major healthcare accreditation company.

Hospital Surveyor, A Major Healthcare Accreditation Company

Postgraduate (PG), Ashland University

Waterville,

Ohio

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Review Fee $100/hr
Deposition Fee $200/hr
Court Fee $500/hr

This expert has considerable experience in dialysis nursing. He formerly served as a Clinical Coordinator at DaVita Dialysis Center, leading an interdisciplinary team that oversaw 200 patients daily and was highly active in clinical research studies. As a Site Director with Research Across America, he led a nephrology research group composed of multiple dialysis units and oversaw five research sites with ongoing clinical trials. Currently, this expert is a Facility Administrator at a major dialysis center.

Diabetes Clinical Manager, A Major Medical Device Company

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN), Texas Woman's University

Tipp City,

Ohio

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Review Fee $350/hr
Deposition Fee $350/hr
Court Fee $550/hr

This highly qualified expert earned her BSN from the University of Incarnate word, her MSN from the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio, and a post-masters pediatric nurse practitioner certificate at the University of Cincinnati. She is also active in her field as a member of the National Association of Pediatric Nurse Practitioners and the American College of Chest Physicians. Formerly, she held roles as a pediatric intensive care unit staff nurse at Santa Rosa Children's Hospital in San Antonio, TX and roles as a clinical nurse specialist at Pediatric Digestive Care of San Antonio and at the Pediatric Pulmonary and Critical Care Associates. Additionally, this expert has been a clinical nurse specialist at the Aerodigestive and Sleep Center of the Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center. Currently she is a clinical nurse specialist and nurse practitioner at a major children's hospital medical center.

Consultant, A medical consulting services company in OH

Post-Master's Nurse Practitioner (PNP), University of Cincinnati

Loveland,

Ohio

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Review Fee $250/hr
Deposition Fee $450/hr
Court Fee $750/hr

This highly-qualified expert has over 20 years of experience working in long-term care. She earned her BSN from Kent State University, is a licensed registered nurse, and holds an additional certification in wound care. She began her career as a staff nurse at Euclid Hospital before serving as a charge nurse, a nurse supervisor, and unit coordinator at Menorah Park Campus. She then served as the director of nursing at Chardon Healthcare Center, Mapleview Country Villa, and the Greens. Currently, this expert is the director of nursing at a long-term care skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility in Ohio, where her responsibilities include coordinating care and ensuring quality and safety for residents.

Registered Nurse, A medical center and a rehabilitation center in OH

Bachelor of Science (BS), Kent State University

Fairport Harbor,

Ohio

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Review Fee $175/hr
Deposition Fee $225/hr
Court Fee $275/hr

This qualified nursing expert is a certified registered nurse practitioner and board certified in family practice. She received her AS in nursing from Gwynedd-Mercy College before earning both her BSN and MSN from La Salle University. She is active in her field as a member of the American Academy of Family Physicians. She began her career at Graduate Hospital, serving as a staff nurse on the surgical floor, in the surgical intensive care unit, and in the post-anesthesia care unit. She also served as a case manager for the Visiting Nurse Association of Greater Philadelphia and a clinical instructor of nursing at Gwynedd-Mercy University. Currently, this expert is the owner of a consulting firm and a nurse at a nephrology-focused medical practice, both in Pennsylvania.

Owner, A private consulting firm in PA

Master of Science in Nursing (MSN), La Salle University

Bensalem,

Pennsylvania

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Review Fee $200/hr
Deposition Fee $200/hr
Court Fee $200/hr

This expert is a certified Registered Nurse Practitioner at a major medical university's emergency department, which is an urban academic Level 1 Trauma Center as well. She is a member of the Society of Academic Emergency Medicine and the Academy of Administrators for Academic Emergency Medicine. She is the former Administrator for Research and Development at Thomas Jefferson University and is currently the Executive Director for Strategic Initiatives at a major medical university's emergency department.

Executive Director for Strategic Initiatives, Major Medical University's Emergency Department

Master of Science (MS), Thomas Jefferson University School of Nursing

Philadelphia,

Pennsylvania

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Review Fee $300/hr
Deposition Fee $400/hr
Court Fee $400/hr

This expert has been practicing nursing for nearly 40 years. A Nationally Certified Family Nurse Practitioner, she has been awarded the honor of Fellow of the American Academy of Nurses and holds membership in a multitude of distinguished nursing organizations. She is a former President of the Association of Women’s Health, Obstetrics and Neonatal Nursing as well as a former President and Vice President of the Pennsylvania State Nurses Association Board of Trustees. Extensively published in professional journals such as "Journal of Nursing Education" and "Journal of the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners", she also serves as a manuscript reviewer for over 15 nursing, medical, and health publications. Currently, this expert is an Associate Professor of Maternal-Child Nursing at a major university, where she also serves as the Coordinator for both Nursing Education and the Nurse Certification Program.

Associate Professor, Major University

Master of Public Management (MPM), Carnegie Mellon University

Jefferson Hills,

Pennsylvania

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Review Fee $100/hr
Deposition Fee $200/hr
Court Fee $250/hr

This qualified expert earned her BSN from New York University and her MA in Nursing Education from the Columbia University Teachers College. She is currently in a doctoral program in Adelphi University. She is active in her field as a member of several professional organizations such as the Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing, the American Society of Perianesthesia Nurses, and the American Arab Nurses Assocation. Formerly, this expert has served as a Clinical Adjunct Instructor at the College of New Rochelle, Adjunct Faculty at Adelphi University, and a Staff Nurse at various hospitals. Currently she is a Clinical Adjunct Instructor at a major regional university and a Clinical PACU Nurse Educator at a major university-affiliated hospital.

Clinical Educator/Quality Improvement Manager, A staffing agency based in PA

Master of Arts (MA), Columbia University

Philadelphia,

Pennsylvania

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Review Fee $300/hr
Deposition Fee $450/hr
Court Fee $550/hr

This qualified expert has nearly 25 years of experience in nursing. She earned her AS in applied science from Luzerne County Community College and completed a 120-hour nursing home administrator's course at Penn State University. She is licensed as a registered nurse and a nursing home administrator. She has been a registered nurse for several different units at the Veteran's Affairs Medical Center, including orthopedics, ER/ICU, and subacute and medical-surgical care. She was also a critical care nurse for Saint Catherine's Medical Center and a nurse supervisor for Genesis Healthcare. For the past 7 years, this expert has served as a nursing services director for several healthcare facilities such as Spang Crest, Golden Living Center, and Genesis Health Care. Currently, she serves as the director of nursing services and center nurse executive for a healthcare center in Pennsylvania.

Nursing Home Administrator, A University Healthcare Network in PA

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN), Western Governors University

Pottsville,

Pennsylvania

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Review Fee $500/hr
Deposition Fee $600/hr
Court Fee $600/hr

This highly-qualified expert has over 20 years of experience in internal medicine and nearly 15 years of experience with nursing home care. She received her BS in biology from Xavier University of New Orleans before earning her MD from the University of Maryland and completing her internal medicine residency at Temple University. This expert is board-certified in internal medicine and certified in medical direction by the American Medical Directors Association. She is active in her field as a member of the American Medical Directors Association and the American College of Physicians. Upon finishing her residency program, she was a physician and partner with Benner, Mulshine, and Seay for 9 years. She then transitioned to working in nursing home care, serving as a physician and medical director for numerous nursing and rehabilitation centers, including Brightview Assisted Living in Catonsville, FutureCare Pineview, and Frederick Villa Nursing & Rehabilitation Center. For her work, she was awarded the Medical Director of the Year award by the Maryland Medical Directors Association. Currently, this expert serves as the medical director for a home healthcare service and multiple nursing & rehabilitation centers in Maryland.

Chief Medical Officer, A medical group in MD

Doctor of Medicine (MD), University of Maryland

Laurel,

Maryland

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Review Fee $300/hr
Deposition Fee $400/hr
Court Fee $400/hr

This highly qualified nurse practitioner and clinical nurse specialist has over 15 years experience in oncology that include advanced oncology training. She earned her MSN at the University of Pennsylvania, PhD at Walden University School of Health and Human Service, fellowship trained in cancer disparities in underserved and geriatric populations and is an Advanced Oncology Certified Nurse Practitioner and researcher. This expert is a member of several professional organizations such as the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners, American Public Health Association, and Oncology Nursing Society. Formerly, she was an Oncology Clinical Nurse Specialist of Infusion Center at the Weinberg Cancer Institute. Currently, she teaches at a top ranking university and is a surgical oncology nurse practitioner/ researcher at an academic affiliated hospital.

Nurse Practitioner, A Major Metropolitan Hospital

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), Washden University School of Health and Human Services

Baltimore,

Maryland

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Review Fee $200/hr
Deposition Fee $250/hr
Court Fee $350/hr

This board certified expert has been a registered professional nurse for over 30 years; with 19 years of experience as a nurse practitioner and 10 years as a wound care specialist. She is currently the Director of the Post-Master's Doctor of Nursing Practice Program at a university medical center, where she also serves as an Assistant Professor.

Author of Board Review Questions, American Geriatric Society

Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP), University of Maryland

Bel Air,

Maryland

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Review Fee $425/hr
Deposition Fee $525/hr

This highly-qualified expert has nearly 30 years of experience as an epidemiologist and nurse-midwife, with demonstrated experience in medical device safety including gynecologic surgical mesh, breast implants, hip replacement, cardiovascular and dermatologic devices, post-market surveillance, and pharmacoepidemiology. She received her BS in biology from the University of Illinois and a diploma in nursing from Evanston Hospital School of Nursing before earning her BS in nursing and her MS in perinatal nursing from the University of Illinois at Chicago. She then went on to earn a post-masters certificate in midwifery from the State University of New York at Stony Brook and her PhD in perinatal epidemiology from the University of Maryland at Baltimore. This expert is a certified nurse-midwife and a licensed registered nurse. She is active in her field as a member of several organizations, including the American Nurses Association, the American College of Nurse-Midwives, and the American Academy of Nursing. She is also highly involved in research, having authored several peer-reviewed journal articles and book chapters and spoken at multiple scientific conferences throughout her career. For her work, she has been the recipient of numerous honors and awards. With over 15 years in academia, this expert has formerly served as an assistant professor of child, women and family health at the University of Maryland, and adjunct assistant professor in prevention and community health and an adjunct clinical associate professor of clinical management and leadership at George Washington University, and, most recently, as an adjunct associate professor at the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences. Clinically, she has served as an maternal child health epidemiologist and a health sciences administrator for the United States Department of Health and Human Services and the CDC and has worked extensively with the FDA as an epidemiologist and branch chief for the FDA's Center for Devices and Radiological Health. Additionally, she served as the director of women's health, medical ethics and patient advocacy for the Office of the Assistant Secretary of Defense. Currently, this expert is the owner and CEO of an epidemiology consulting group based in Maryland.

Adjunct Associate Professor, A University in DC

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), University of Maryland at Baltimore

Derwood,

Maryland

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Review Fee $200/hr
Deposition Fee $200/hr
Court Fee $250/hr

This highly-qualified acute care nurse has more than 15 years of experience in her field, specializing in cardiac surgery and pulmonary transplant in both inpatient and outpatient settings. She earned her ASN from Anne Arundel Community College, her BSN from the College of Notre Dame, and her MSN and DNP in acute care nursing from the University of Maryland. This expert is a licensed registered nurse practitioner and holds an additional certification in acute care nursing. She is active in her field as a member of the American Association of Nurse Practitioners and the American Society of Transplantation. She began her career as a clinical nurse intern on the medical/surgical unit at Johns Hopkins. She then served as a registered nurse in the coronary care ICU at Baltimore Washington Medical Center before serving as an acute care nurse practitioner in the cardiac surgery ICU and telemetry step-down units at the University of Maryland Medical Center. She is currently a senior acute care nurse practitioner in the pulmonary transplant unit at a major university-affiliated medical center in Maryland, where she also serves on the adjunct faculty.

Senior Acute Care NP, A University-Affiliated Hospital in MD

Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP), University of Maryland

Linthicum Heights,

Maryland

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Review Fee $150/hr
Deposition Fee $800/hr
Court Fee $800/hr

This qualified expert has over 20 years of experience in nursing, having work in critical care, step-down, medical-surgical, renal transplant, and, most recently, post-operative care. She graduate cum laude from Old Dominion University with her BS in nursing and is certified in perianesthesia nursing, advanced cardiovascular life support, basic life support, and pediatric advanced life support. She is active in her field as a member of both the American Society of PeriAnesthesia Nurses and the Virginia Society of PeriAnesthesia Nurses. She formerly served as a staff nurse and preceptor at Bon Secours - Maryview Hospital and the staff nurse at Sentara Healthcare - Norfolk General Hospital. For the past 10 years, this expert has worked for a healthcare system in Virginia, working in the post-anesthesia care unit as the unit coordinator, permanent charge, and preceptor nurse.

Unit Coordinator, Permanent Charge, and Preceptor Nurse, A healthcare system in VA

Bachelor of Science (BS), Old Dominion University

Virginia Beach,

Virginia

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Review Fee $275/hr
Deposition Fee $300/hr
Court Fee $350/hr

This certified registered nurse specializes in the practice of Labor and Delivery and Obstetrical Triage and has nearly two decades of specialty experience in her field, serving in both management and clinical roles at several major healthcare centers including one of the largest Labor & Delivery units in the country.

Staff Nurse IV, A hospital in VA

Bachelor of Science (BS), Capella University

Ashburn,

Virginia

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Review Fee $300/hr
Deposition Fee $400/hr

This highly qualified Adult Nurse Practitioner earned her degree from the University of Maryland. She is double board certified as an Occupational Health Nurse and a Substance Abuse Nurse. She is a fellow of the American Academy of Nursing. This expert has published over 10 peer-reviewed articles and has been invited to over 16 national lectures. She is a former Staff Nurse and Occupational Health Nurse. She is former Branch Chief at the White House Office of National Drug Control Office. She currently serves as Associate professor at a major school of nursing and is a Nurse Practitioner/Substance Abuse Counselor at a private center. She is currently a chair member for a major US nursing committee.

Nurse Practitioner and Substance Abuse Counselor, Private clinical practice in VA

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), Walden University

Arlington,

Virginia

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Review Fee $225/hr
Deposition Fee $300/hr
Court Fee $300/hr

This highly-qualified expert has 15 years of experience in the field of nursing. She earned her BS in wildlife science from Virginia Tech before earning a diploma in nursing from the Southside Regional Medical Center School of Nursing. She then went on to earn her BSN from Jacksonville University and her MSN in acute care nursing, as well as a wound ostomy continence nursing certificate, from the University of Virginia. This expert is a certified wound ostomy continence nurse. She is active in her field as a member of the Wound Ostomy and Continence Nurses Society, as an author of multiple nursing publications, and participating in professional development to stay up to date on practices in her field. She has formerly served as a patient care technician and staff nurse in the medical-surgical unit at Southside Regional Medical Center, as well as a home health case manager and wound ostomy continence nurse for Continuum Home Health. Currently, this expert serves as a certified ostomy nurse for a university-affiliated outpatient clinic in Virginia.

Certified Ostomy Nurse, A university-affiliated outpatient clinic in VA

Master of Science in Nursing (MSN), University of Virginia

Richmond,

Virginia

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Review Fee $400/hr
Deposition Fee $500/hr
Court Fee $500/hr

This highly qualified expert earned her BS in nursing from Radford University and her MS in nurse-midwifery from Georgetown University. She is certified by the American Midwifery Certification Board and by the Neonatal Resuscitation Program. She is also active in her field as a member of a number of medical societies including the American College of Nurse-Midwives, the Association of Women's Health, Obstetric, and Neonatal Nurses, and the American Nurse Association. Formerly, she has held numerous roles as a certified nurse-midwife and a clinical nurse specialist. Currently, she is a certified nurse-midwife at a major hospital in Virginia.

Certified Nurse-Midwife, A medical office in VA

Master of Science (MS), Georgetown University

Elizabeth City,

Virginia

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Review Fee $200/hr
Deposition Fee $250/hr
Court Fee $250/hr

This highly-qualified nursing expert has 23 years of experience as an intensive care nurse, with experience in the CVICU, ER, catheterization lab, CCU, MRICU, PACU, and OR. He earned his AA in science and his AS in nursing from Hillsborough Community College before completing his BHS from Virginia Commonwealth University and is now a licensed registered nurse. This expert has former experience as an RN in the cardiovascular intensive care unit at the Medical College of Virginia Hospital, in the Vascular OR at Sentara Hospital, and as a traveling RN. He additionally has served as a nurse consultant with Blue Cross Blue Shield. Currently, this RN serves on the cardiovascular intensive care unit at a for-profit healthcare facility in VA.

Registered Nurse, A staff nursing company in VA

Bachelor of Health Science (BHSc), Virginia Commonwealth University

Henrico,

Virginia

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Related Specialties

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 the role of a nursing expert witness in legal proceedings?

A nursing expert witness provides insight into standards of care, patient safety, and medical procedures. They can testify on whether these standards were met in a specific case.

In what types of cases might I need a nursing expert witness?

Nursing expert witnesses are often needed in medical malpractice cases, personal injury suits, wrongful death claims, and elder abuse cases.

What subspecialties exist within the field of nursing that an expert witness might specialize in?

Subspecialties include pediatric nursing, geriatric nursing, oncology nursing, critical care nursing, and more. Each can provide specialized knowledge for specific cases.

How can a nursing expert witness help in a case involving medication errors?

A nursing expert can explain proper medication administration protocols and identify if any deviations occurred that may have led to harm or injury.

Why is it important to hire a certified nurse as an expert witness?

Certified nurses have demonstrated expertise in their specialty through rigorous exams. Their certification lends credibility to their testimony and insights.

How does Expert Institute select its Nursing expert witnesses?

Expert Institute offers a personalized approach to help you find the highest quality experts. We source actively-practicing professionals who match all your requirements for specialty areas, work experience, litigation history, fee range, certifications, location, and more.

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