A Pennsylvania woman is facing a wide range of charges after allegedly orchestrating a sophisticated, multi state scheme in which she posed as a licensed nurse, treated vulnerable patients without proper credentials, and stole prescription medications from healthcare facilities.
A Five-Year Scheme Built on Deception
The woman posed as a nurse in facilities across Pennsylvania using a network of fake identities, false credentials, and stolen personal information. Investigators have linked her to at least 20 aliases and seven different Social Security numbers, enabling her to secure short-term nursing jobs in rehabilitation centers and nursing homes despite having no legal nursing license in Pennsylvania or any of the other states where she operated.
According to Pennsylvania State Police, the alleged fraud began in 2020. By creating a fake limited liability company and submitting falsified employment documents to staffing agencies, she was able to gain access to multiple medical facilities. Her positions ranged from licensed practical nurse to registered nurse supervisor.
A Pattern of Misconduct Across States
Once inside these facilities, she allegedly diverted prescription medications meant for patients. Police say her misconduct was consistently flagged, with every facility placing her on “do-not-retain” lists due to unprofessional conduct. Yet she would simply vanish and reappear under a new name at a different location.
Her criminal activity isn’t limited to Pennsylvania. Authorities uncovered outstanding warrants in Georgia, Tennessee, New Jersey, and Indiana, tied to fraud and impersonation charges. Georgia’s nursing board has already listed her on its Nursing Impostor Alerts system.
Arrest and Ongoing Investigation
The woman’s downfall began with a traffic stop in April on Interstate 79 in Washington County, PA. A subsequent search of her vehicle uncovered an array of suspicious items: IDs belonging to multiple victims, prescription drugs under various names, falsified medical paperwork, and medical equipment.
Even after her arrest, authorities struggled to confirm her identity due to the number of aliases she maintained. “She went to really great lengths,” said State Police spokesman. “This wasn’t random, this was calculated. She researched these identities and built a web of deception.”
What This Means for Employers
This case serves as a reminder of the importance of using an accredited background screening company, credential verification, and continuous employee monitoring, especially when using staffing agencies. It highlights the real world consequences of failing to detect fraudulent activity.
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