Nurses
Carol Stanford, left, who directs the nursing diversion program, presents a painting given to the Board of Registered Nursing by a graduate of the program to Ruth Ann Terry, board executive officer who has since resigned. (Liz O. Baylen / Los Angeles Times)
Carol Stanford, left, diversion program manager, presents a report to the nursing board. In a recent interview with reporters, she vigorously defended the program, while acknowledging that “nothing’s perfect.” But pressed on the flaws identified by the reporters, she said officials were taking steps to tighten it up. (Liz O. Baylen / Los Angeles Times)
While in diversion, Anette Ekelius violated the rules by working as a nurse without board permission. She was eventually kicked out of the program and ultimately lost her license. I was a good nurse, but not when I was using, obviously, she said, adding that she is now sober. (Liz O. Baylen / Los Angeles Times)
