CVMC Nurse Charged with Diverting Drugs for Personal Use

Brittney Roberts accused of obtaining fentanyl, meperidine, and midazolam intended for patients

Published on Mar. 5, 2026

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A 36-year-old nurse at Central Vermont Medical Center has pleaded not guilty to charges of diverting fentanyl and other drugs for personal use. Brittney Roberts, also known as Brittney Metivier, allegedly obtained the medications intended for patients between January and October 2025 while working in the hospital's endoscopy unit.

Why it matters

This case highlights ongoing issues with drug diversion by healthcare workers, which can put patient safety at risk and erode public trust in medical institutions. Substance abuse among medical professionals is an ongoing challenge that hospitals and regulators continue to grapple with.

The details

Authorities say Roberts faces a felony charge of fraud or deceit involving a regulated drug, stemming from an investigation led by the Vermont Secretary of State's Office of Professional Regulation. If convicted, she could face up to two years in prison and a $5,000 fine.

  • Roberts allegedly diverted drugs between January and October 2025.
  • Roberts pleaded not guilty to the charges on March 5, 2026.

The players

Brittney Roberts

A 36-year-old nurse at Central Vermont Medical Center, also known as Brittney Metivier, who is accused of diverting fentanyl, meperidine, and midazolam intended for patients.

Central Vermont Medical Center

The hospital where Roberts worked in the endoscopy unit and allegedly diverted drugs.

Vermont Secretary of State's Office of Professional Regulation

The agency that led the investigation into Roberts' alleged drug diversion.

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What’s next

The judge will decide whether to allow Roberts to be released on bail.

The takeaway

This case highlights the ongoing challenge of drug diversion by healthcare workers and the need for robust oversight and support systems to prevent such incidents, which can compromise patient safety and public trust in medical institutions.