A Burnaby nurse has been disciplined for multiple “practice issues” including procedures that protect patients from germs.
Lip Choon Teh has entered into a consent agreement with the BC College of Nurses and Midwives, according to a notice posted this month.
An inquiry committee approved the agreement, which is designed to address issues that happened in September of 2021 and related to “aseptic technique (practices and procedures that help protect patients from dangerous germs), infection control, medications and focused assessments.”
Before returning to practice, Teh has agreed to undergo a “robust orientation and have their skills and competencies assessed by a healthcare professional,” according to the agreement.
Teh has also agreed to remedial education related to professional standards, a mentorship with a clinical educator who will oversee Teh’s practice and a learning plan including written employer feedback at regular intervals.
Under the terms of the agreement, Teh is banned from being the sole nurse on duty or nurse in charge or providing supervision or orientation to students or others, and is limited to working at a single practice setting.
“The inquiry committee is satisfied that the terms will protect the public,” states the notice.
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