On September 10, 2018 a panel of the Inquiry Committee approved a Consent Agreement between CRNBC and Wendy Davies of Victoria, British Columbia, to address conduct concerns related to the unauthorized access to medical records of 62 individuals with whom she had no legitimate care relationship. She also transmitted, in a non-secure manner, medical records when friends or family requested an update on care plan status, which was inappropriate. The actions were contrary to CRNBC standards, privacy law, and Vancouver Island Health Authority policy. Her employment was terminated on this basis.
If and when Ms. Davies successfully applies for reinstatement of her nursing registration, she has voluntarily agreed to a three month suspension due to the significance of this type of conduct vis-à-vis its impact on trust in the nursing profession. Ms. Davies also agreed to complete remedial education in privacy and confidentiality.
Ms. Davies expressed remorse for her misconduct.
The Inquiry Committee is satisfied that these terms will protect the public.