A Public Servant Forever wrote on March 24, 2008 10:20 PM: Awaiting, How are you.

The Legislative Meeting held today was a recognition for change in our State. Trust me, as a patient advocate; first and foremost, I want to see major improvements in the quality of care and treatment of patients in the State of Nevada. Although others may be prompted to leave our state because of these events, I plan to stay, and I plan to do my part to work towards initiating these improvements set forth by the meeting today. Thank you to Theresa, for speaking out on the dedication and character of Lisa Jones. Those of us who really knew her truly understand that the experience, working knowledge, and “integrity” that Lisa Jones brought to the Bureau is irreplaceable. I now know and understand that many people are angry and saddened by these events, and my heart feels for you. But, we have a road ahead of us, to making quality improvements in our state, in terms of healthcare, and we can never, never forget these events. Your voices are heard, and we must continue to work together as “one” to always respect and cherish the sanctity of life.

awaiting wrote on March 22, 2008 09:33 PM: Pub I truly mean it when I say Have A Nice EASTER!

A Public Servant Forever wrote on March 22, 2008 09:09 PM: Dear Awaiting;

Thank you for sharing that with me. Now, I feel as though I have more of an understanding of where you are coming from. Lisa Jones was indeed placed in a very tough position, but the one thing that I do admire about her is that she will always tell you the truth. I think that is one of the reasons that the media is also drawn to her, because they know that she is going to be straightforward with them. Lisa stepped up to the Mic, and she told the truth to all of us, she did not try to sugar coat the situation, and she never has. She did not try to place blame, but only give the public the facts; she has always been this way. I don’t want us all to forget who is really to blame here, and that is the physicians, who took a Hippocratic Oath to do no harm, and completely disregarded this oath. These events were eventually going to come to light in our state. As public officials, we are compassionate and caring, but we can’t do our jobs if our hands are tied. Many of the surveyors at the bureau stay there primarily because they care about what they are doing more than about how much they are getting paid. I just cannot bear witnessing someone as caring and dedicated as Lisa Jones being discredited in the eyes of the public in such a wrongful manner.

awaiting wrote on March 22, 2008 07:45 PM: Before you decide to analyze me I will share something I was a nurse for over 30 years.I treated my patients with the best care and Respect that I was capable of ! I never assaulted or took away their dignity!Whether it was a survey for Joint Accreditation or just a surprise visit it made know difference to me as I treated everyone the same way I felt I would want to be.But guess what I made one mistake and that was going to the Endoscopy Center !When I would read articles that would Quote Lisa with I don.t think that revocation but sanctions her smug attitude angered me ! I am angry and it really helps me cope when I feel that I was raped by the same profession that I invested my life in.I have to add that this crisis is off the magnitude of patient abuse and the way it is being dealt with by all is CRIMINAL!

A Public Servant Forever wrote on March 22, 2008 07:15 PM: Dear Awaiting;

Boy, do you really have issues. What I do, I do in support of my friend Lisa Jones, It has nothing to do with any monetary value. I do what I think is best for the common good, and for the citizens of our state. By the way, why are you so angry???

A Public Servant Forever

awaiting wrote on March 21, 2008 08:33 PM: So how pub did I gue$$ you were Re$ublican? Please check match.com and get a new BFF!

A Public Servant Forever wrote on March 20, 2008 08:45 PM: As a former employee of the Bureau of Licensure and Certification whose job was to intake the incoming complaints against the medical and health facilities which fell under the jurisdiction of the bureau in Las Vegas, Nevada, and as a public servant, I could not sit back and not respond in defense of Lisa M. Jones. Lisa Jones is not only an exceptional leader; she has been my mentor for over 5 years. Lisa is dedicated, working diligently and with much overtime, to her duties in her position as Bureau Chief, and I know because I was right there by her side along the way. Lisa Jones is incredibly knowledgeable and highly intelligent in her field. What I have always admired about her is her toughness and ability to stand her ground, and get the job done. When I first started working at the bureau, I was an extremely young and shy employee, but working with Lisa not only taught me how to focus and absorb knowledge, but how to effectively convey that knowledge to others with confidence. I actually learned more from working with Lisa Jones then in all my years of schooling. To me, Lisa is really an exceptional Bureau Chief and Manager, and if given the appropriate resources and opportunity, I know that she will continue to do an excellent job for the bureau and for our state. I have always been a strong supporter of Governor Gibbons,and now I am asking the Governor, as well as the public, to reconsider the decision for the resignation of Lisa Jones.

With True Sincerity,
A Public Servant Forever

Cindy in Summerlin wrote on March 19, 2008 09:09 AM: "...old personal vendetta," or not, it is time to do the right thing and resign! The medical community in Las Vegas cannot recover until (fair or unfair) heads roll. Come on, guys -- save the taxpayers the time and trouble in removing you and get the heck out so that we can move on!

2zero wrote on March 19, 2008 08:59 AM: Gibbons can take a leave for mental health reasons and his "estranged" wife, Dawn, can take his place? She did his "job" at the state legislature, at this point I would settle for my 12 year old daughter...she would do a better job running this state!

Recall Gibbons wrote on March 19, 2008 08:36 AM: This guy is in over his head. He is a puppet and a poor one at that. The public needs to get rid of any politician that has ties to REID or ROGICH.

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