Christy Ragland, MSN, RN, PHN, LNC

Christy Ragland, MSN, RN, PHN, LNC, is a highly experienced Registered Nurse and Legal Nurse Consultant based in San Diego, California. With 28 years of clinical nursing experience and 18 years as Legal Nurse Consultant in nursing education, Christy has built a career rooted in excellence, integrity, and compassionate care. Her clinical background spans medical-surgical, mother-baby, home health, and quality assurance, giving her a broad and deep understanding of patient care across multiple healthcare settings. As the founder and principal consultant of Ragland Legal Nurse Consulting, Christy partners with attorneys to uncover clinical truth through meticulous medical record analysis, case chronologies, and standards-of-care evaluations. She specializes in hospital-based cases, particularly those involving inpatient complications, complex conditions, and postpartum care. Christy’s unique blend of bedside experience, academic mentorship, and legal consulting allows her to provide precise, thoughtful insights that support justice and clarity in every case. Beyond her clinical and consulting work, Christy is a dedicated educator. She has served as Legal Nurse Consultant at Ragland Legal Nurse Consulting, UC San Diego, and other institutions, mentoring nursing students through clinical rotations, nurse residency programs, and community health initiatives. Passionate about professional development and patient-centered care, she integrates real-world clinical expertise with a heart for service, emphasizing ethical practice, accountability, and lifelong learning. Outside of her professional pursuits, Christy enjoys traveling and spending quality time with her family.

• Legal Nurse Consultant Program

• University of Phoenix - MSN