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With over 2 decades as a frontline critical care nurse, Maggie Ortiz is a dedicated advocate for nurses. Her journey has spanned from Level I ICU's, ER's, Cath Lab and procedural areas to serving as an Investigator with a Board of Nursing. Seeing nurses' challenges and complexities, Maggie founded Advocates for Nurses to offer education, advocacy, and support.

Maggie's extensive background includes:

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• Academic Journey: Started with an Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN), followed by a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN), and eventually completed a Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) through a bridge program.

• Critical Care Nurse: Over two decades of experience in critical care nursing, where she honed her skills in patient care and crisis management.

• Board of Nursing Investigator: Gained invaluable insights into the investigative process, understanding the nuances of nursing standards and the Nurse Practice Act. Trained nationally by C.L.E.A.R (Council on Licensure, Enforcement & Regulation).

• Legal Nursing Consultant: Crossed over into legal nursing, assisting nurses and their legal teams with case reviews, preparing reports, and offering expertise in nursing practice standards.

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Maggie’s mission is to ensure nurses receive education, guidance, and advocacy as it pertains to due process. She offers personalized consultations, educational courses, and expert legal nurse/legal nurse consulting.