Erin Strotman: The Shocking Case of a NICU Nurse Accused of Infant Abuse
The case of Erin Strotman , a 26-year-old NICU nurse accused of harming multiple infants at Henrico Doctors’ Hospital, has sent shockwaves through the medical and legal communities. Arrested in January 2025 on felony child abuse charges, Strotman allegedly injured seven newborns during a single shift before abruptly leaving her job. This disturbing incident has raised serious concerns about patient safety, hospital oversight, and the psychological pressures faced by healthcare workers. The Critical Role of NICUs in Infant Care Neonatal Intensive Care Units (NICUs) are specialized hospital wards designed to care for premature and critically ill newborns. Equipped with advanced medical technology, NICUs rely on highly trained professionals to monitor and treat vulnerable infants. Nurses and neonatologists work together to provide life-saving interventions, including respiratory support, feeding assistance, and infection control. The trust placed in NICU staff makes cases like Erin ...