Woman Charged for Impersonating Nurse, Endangering Lives in New Mexico

Margarita Gonzalez has been indicted by a Doña Ana County jury for allegedly posing as a nurse without a license, leading to serious patient safety concerns. The New Mexico Attorney General's office charged her with 34 counts, including identity theft and administering narcotics to minors, with potential prison time of up to 100 years if convicted. Gonzalez worked at four nursing facilities in Las Cruces, where she reportedly administered incorrect dosages, including a dangerous insulin dose that could have resulted in death. Her fraudulent activities reportedly cost over $25,000, prompting investigations by the New Mexico Department of Justice's Medicaid Fraud and Elder Abuse Bureau.

Key Details: • Gonzalez faces 34 charges, including identity theft and resident abuse. • She could face up to 100 years in prison if convicted. • Investigated by the New Mexico Department of Justice's Medicaid Fraud and Elder Abuse Bureau. • Worked at Village at Northrise, Las Cruces Wellness and Rehabilitation, Peak Behavioral Health, and Matrix Home Care. • Texas Board of Nursing issued an imposter alert against her in October 2025.