If a sworn complaint is received KSBN is required to investigate you. Most reports received by KSBN come from employers as a result of the peer review process under the Risk Management Act. Employers must report to KSBN any nursing actions that fall below the standard of care. These acts must have a reasonable probability of causing injury to a patient. They must also report any actions that may be a ground for discipline.
Reports can originate from any source.
Other sources include the court system, law enforcement, newspapers, TV or radio reports, patients, neighbors, relatives, other agencies, individual health care providers, etc. KSBN staff includes investigators who are licensed nurses. Cases are assigned to these three investigators. Investigators collect information from many sources. Medical records, personnel records, agency record, and records of discipline on licensing from other states are reviewed.