After five theft convictions, nursing home worker faces licensing sanctions

By: Clark Kauffman

Outlets: Iowa Capital Dispatch

Published: August 21, 2026

Words: 444

Last Updated: 1 month, 4 weeks ago

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An Iowa nursing home worker who has been convicted of theft on at least five occasions is now facing sanctions from state licensing officials.

The Iowa Board of Nursing has charged licensed practical nurse Sam Justin Cook, 47, of Ankeny with failing to notify the board of a criminal conviction within 30 days and with failing to respond to or comply with a board investigation or subpoena.

The board has released no information on the …

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