On May 9, 2018, a panel of the Inquiry Committee approved a Consent Agreement between CRNBC and Charlotte D’Arcy of Campbell River, to remediate practice issues related to her conduct and competence. Between June 2016 and February 2017 the Registrant was the subject of at least sixteen complaints from coworkers, patients and families; the complaints characterized the Registrant’s interactions and communication as aggressive and dismissive. The Registrant also erred in connecting (an incorrect) solution to an epidural catheter without double-checking it, giving blood without consent, making narcotic administration errors on five occasions and failing to: recognize a deteriorating patient, document initiation of a Heparin infusion, conduct and/or document physical assessments on at least ten occasions.
The Registrant agreed to complete sensitivity training and a documentation course, and to accept a Reprimand for and not to repeat her problematic conduct or practice errors.
The Registrant also voluntarily agreed to terms equivalent to limits on practice, including a one year (or equivalent) prohibition from being in charge or working with students and a six month (or equivalent) requirement to work only day shifts. During the period limiting practice to daytime hours, the Registrant will be supervised by another nurse and must declare each shift that her practice in relation to communication, documentation and patient assessment has been complete, professional and appropriate.
The Inquiry Committee is satisfied that the terms will protect the public.