Ocala, FL — Alexis Von Yates, a 35-year-old registered nurse from Ocala, Florida, has had her license temporarily suspended by the Florida Department of Health (DOH) following serious criminal allegations. According to the agency’s official online records, an emergency suspension order was issued on Friday morning, effectively halting her ability to practice nursing in the state.

Yates has held a single-state nursing license in Florida since 2016. While her professional history with the DOH shows no prior disciplinary actions until now, the recent criminal charges prompted swift regulatory action. The emergency order, a measure typically reserved for cases involving threats to public safety, underscores the severity of the situation.

The disciplinary action stems from a 2024 criminal case in which Yates was arrested and charged with sexual battery on a minor between the ages of 12 and 16. Court documents indicate the alleged victim is the biological son of Yates’ husband. The reported incident occurred in July 2024, when Yates was allegedly discovered engaging in a sexual relationship with the boy.

The investigation began after an anonymous tip was submitted to local authorities. Following initial inquiries, law enforcement launched a full probe that eventually led to Yates’ arrest. Details of the case remain limited due to the sensitive nature of the allegations and the involvement of a juvenile victim, but public records confirm that Yates has been formally charged and is awaiting trial.

In response to the charges, the Florida DOH acted under its authority to issue an Emergency Suspension Order (ESO). This legal mechanism allows the department to suspend a healthcare professional’s license when there is sufficient evidence suggesting that their continued practice may pose an immediate danger to the health, safety, or welfare of the public.

Yates’ case adds to a growing number of instances where licensed medical professionals face disciplinary action as a result of criminal behavior. Though healthcare providers are often held to high ethical and legal standards due to the nature of their responsibilities, cases like these serve as stark reminders of the need for stringent oversight and swift intervention when those standards are breached.

As of now, Yates is prohibited from practicing nursing in the state of Florida pending the outcome of the criminal case and any future administrative hearings regarding her license status. The DOH has not indicated whether a permanent revocation will be sought, but such actions are common in cases involving felony charges or misconduct involving minors.

Local authorities and the Florida Department of Children and Families are reportedly involved in ongoing investigations, particularly given the familial relationship between the accused and the alleged victim.

Yates is currently out on bond, and court proceedings are expected to continue later this year. If convicted, she could face significant prison time and the permanent revocation of her nursing license.

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