Hospital worker arrested after being accused of sexual battery – WSVN 7News | Miami News, Weather, Sports

PLANTATION, FLA. (WSVN) – A Plantation Hospital employee has been arrested following allegations of sexual misconduct with patients.

Emerson Jean, 45, is behind bars after, Plantation police said, he touched at least one patient inappropriately while working at HCA Westside Hospital.

Jean was accused of sexual assault and the hospital has since suspended him.

The HCA East Florida Division released a statement that read:

At HCA Florida Westside Hospital, we do not tolerate behavior that jeopardizes the well-being and safety of our patients. After learning of the allegations, we suspended the individual from all duties and restricted his access to hospital premises. We are assisting law enforcement in their investigation.

HCA East Florida Division

Authorities are asking any other victims to come forward.

If you have any information that could help police in their investigation, call Broward County Crime Stoppers at 954-493-TIPS. Remember, you can always remain anonymous and could be eligible for a reward of up to $5,000.

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