Unlicensed Oakland Co. Nurse Charged In Patient's Death: Officials

MADISON HEIGHTS, MI — An Oakland County nurse without a valid license is facing charges in connection with a man's death at an Oakland County nursing center, according to the Michigan Attorney General's Office.

Antonio Serraon, 55, of Warren, was charged with placing misleading or inaccurate information in medical records or charts and one count of unauthorized practice of a health profession. Serraon is due in court for a probable cause conference on March 19.

Officials said Serraon was working at Mission Point of Madison Heights on December 13, 2023 when a disabled patient fell and hit his head on the floor.

The man died from his injuries from the fall, according to officials.

Before the man fell, officials said Serraon gave the him a sedative without proper authorization. Serraon then went on to falsify the records about follow-up care that was never provided, according to officials.

Serraon did not have an active nursing license at the time, according to officials.

"Unlawful conduct by a healthcare provider is deeply concerning—particularly when it directly compromises patient safety," Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel said. "Patients and their families, as well as other healthcare providers, trust nurses to perform their critical duties within the boundaries of professional standards and the law. Falsifying records or administering medication in a manner not prescribed increases serious harm to patients."