The idea that the head nurse is an RN, a certified EMT, and a certified sign language interpreter is not believable.
The job of a certified interpreter is a very difficult job in itself - requiring many hours of CEUs to retain certification. While I understand creative license - they should have used a real certified sign language interpreter in the show, and not the nurse.
The fact that the actress portraying the nurse demonstrated a novice level of competence - at best, was the main indication that she was not a certified interpreter. Also, she stepped out of the interpreter role several times, and returned to her nurse role - which is unacceptable in the interpreting field.
All of this being said, the issue of cochlear implants, along with the diagnosis of Usher's Syndrome is real, and it was portrayed very well here. The use of the two Deaf actors was necessary and well done.
The job of a certified interpreter is a very difficult job in itself - requiring many hours of CEUs to retain certification. While I understand creative license - they should have used a real certified sign language interpreter in the show, and not the nurse.
The fact that the actress portraying the nurse demonstrated a novice level of competence - at best, was the main indication that she was not a certified interpreter. Also, she stepped out of the interpreter role several times, and returned to her nurse role - which is unacceptable in the interpreting field.
All of this being said, the issue of cochlear implants, along with the diagnosis of Usher's Syndrome is real, and it was portrayed very well here. The use of the two Deaf actors was necessary and well done.
