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The scope of people who can be involved in medical malpractice lawsuits goes far beyond just doctors and nurses. Certified Nursing Assistants or CNAs can be found guilty in medical malpractice lawsuits even though they are somewhat limited in what they are allowed to with patients.
CNAs often have a very limited amount of schooling but are still responsible for caring for many patient needs. If you or someone you love was seriously injured by a negligent CNA, contact the experienced St. Petersburg medical malpractice lawyers of Beltz & Ruth, P.A at 800-931-4369 today to discuss your case.
Certified Nursing Assistants generally have substantially less experience and education than nurses; because of this the potential for error when dealing with a patient is fairly high. Negligent CNAs may be:
- Too rough with patients-CNAs are responsible for moving patients around in hospital beds as well as helping them move from the bed to the bathroom or other areas.
- Uncleanly-CNAs may forget to wash hands thoroughly and wear gloves when moving from patient to patient.
- Neglectful-CNAs may not respond to a patient who has a need.
CNAs are supposed to be overseen at all times by a nurse, but often work on their own. When alone, they are capable of making serious mistakes that could result in the injury of a patient.
If you or someone you love has been injured by a negligent nursing assistant, you may be eligible to receive compensation. Contact the experienced St. Petersburg medical malpractice lawyers of Beltz & Ruth, P.A at 800-931-4369 for more information.