Immediately preceding text appears at serial pages (385257) to (385258). Delegation The Pennsylvania Nurse Practice Act contains no delegation language. 212.1(k)); and section 17.6 of the Practical Nurse Law (63 P.S. An LDN may request that his license be placed on inactive status. This act must be known and may be cited as the 'Advanced Practice Registered Nurse Act'." 2020 Act No. (ii)Attendance at exhibits manned by detail personnel. Chapter 464 - 2019 Florida Statutes - The Florida Senate 2063; reserved December 25, 1987, effective December 26, 1987, 17 Pa.B. 221.2(a) and (d)); and section 17.6 of the Practical Nurse Law (63 P.S. (C)A paramour or former paramour of the childs parent. (a)Written notification of intent to discontinue a program of practical nursing shall be submitted to the Board within a reasonable period of time, but not less than 6 months prior to a discontinuance. Nurse Practice Act "The Nurse Practice Act Page provides information on the RSA 326-B which is the legislative law that defines a number focuses that include but limited to nursing scope of practice, functions of the board of nursing and the executive director, licensing, nurse delegation, disciplinary processes and continuing competence. (a)A registered nurse shall notify the Board of pending criminal charges within 30 days of the filing of the criminal charges or on the biennial renewal application under 21.29(c)(4) (relating to expiration and renewal of license), whichever is sooner. A minimum of 60 days from publication in the Pennsylvania Bulletin of notice of intention to adopt shall be provided for public comment. It recognizes the Inspector General as an appropriate authority, and stipulates an appropriate authority may not disclose the identity of a whistleblower without the whistleblowers consent unless disclosure is unavoidable in the investigation of the alleged violation. Immediately preceding text appears at serial page (319577). The PSNA Political Action Committee is a non-partisan organization funded by members donations through which PSNA-PAC can contribute to pro-nursing candidates for Pennsylvania State House and State Senate. The provisions of this 21.373 adopted June 2, 2006, effective June 3, 2006, 36 Pa.B. Administrative Rules. 7822; amended March 25, 2022, effective March 26, 2022, 52 Pa.B. (iii)Clearly defined policies relating to admission, promotion, retention, transfer, advanced placement and dismissal. The provisions of this 121.22 amended October 22, 1976, effective October 23, 1976, 6 Pa.B. The provisions of this 21.414 adopted February 20, 1987, effective February 21, 1987, 17 Pa.B. 212.1(k) and 216.1); and sections 9 and 17.6 of the Practical Nurse Law (63 P.S. 667.6); and 23 Pa.C.S. BoardThe State Board of Nursing of the Commonwealth. (b)Policies and rules of procedure of the faculty organization shall be in written form and shall be reviewed periodically by the faculty. The State of Scope of Practice - Penn Nursing In Pennsylvania, the School Code mandates a ratio of 1 certified school nurse to 1,500 students, which may mean that 1 school nurse is covering 3-5 buildings. (e)Course outlines that identify all aspects of each course shall be developed and readily available. In other practice settings, certain information shall be recorded in the patients medical record on each occasion when a controlled substance is prescribed, administered or dispensed. 186); and section 8 of the Practical Nurse Law (63 P.S. Immediately preceding text appears at serial pages (50846) to (50847). 279.1(a)(3) and (7)). Focused assessmentAppraisal of an individuals current status and situation, which contributes to comprehensive assessment by the licensed professional nurse and supports ongoing data collection. (11)Evaluation used to assess participants satisfaction with the training. (a)The qualifications of the nurse director or nurse coordinator shall be as follows: (1)Graduation from an approved school of professional nursing. The provisions of this 21.233 amended July 1, 1983, effective July 2, 1983, 13 Pa.B. 2667. (a)A candidate shall submit a re-examination application, including the required fee for re-examination. The Pennsylvania State Nurses Association supports legislation and registered nurse delegation that will place specific language into the Nurse Practice Act that will clarify the practice of delegation for the Commonwealth's RNs. 106-386). 658). (a)A registered nurse who has graduated from an approved professional nursing education program in the United States or Canada and who obtained licensure in another jurisdiction having passed an examination considered by the Board to be equivalent to the examination required for licensure in this Commonwealth may be granted licensure by endorsement. Discussion of a patients sexual practices, preferences and performance shall be fully documented in the patients chart, when applicable. 7822. Board approval of the nurse administrators credentials shall be obtained prior to the appointment. In order to return to active status, the licensee shall submit proof of completion of a minimum of 30 hours of approved CPE in the biennial period preceding the request for reactivation and pay applicable fees. 6409; amended December 11, 2009, effective December 12, 2009, 39 Pa.B. The provisions of this 21.336 issued under sections 2.1(k) and 8.1(c) of The Professional Nursing Law (63 P.S. (d)Compliance with this section will not be treated as compliance with the standards of acceptable and prevailing practice as a CRNP when medical circumstances require that the CRNP exceed the requirements of this section. This section cited in 49 Pa. Code 21.363 (relating to approval process). 212(1)). Please direct comments or questions to, CERTIFIED REGISTERED NURSE PRACTITIONERS 21.251, CHILD ABUSE REPORTING REQUIREMENTS 21.501. (3)The certified nurse anesthetist is authorized to administer anesthesia in cooperation with a surgeon or dentist. 212.1(k) and 222); amended under sections 2.1(k) and 12.1(a) of The Professional Nursing Law (63 P.S. 216(b)(4)), unless the person demonstrates that he has an active license to practice in another state or has had an RD registration or a CNS certification for at least 2 out of the last 5 years. (5)National nursing specialty organizations. Two things limit the independent scope of nursing practice: Task/practice must be within the field of nursing, and; RN must possess the specialized knowledge, judgment, and skill required to complete the job/task undertaken. 841; amended July 1, 1983, effective July 2, 1983, 13 Pa.B. This section cited in 49 Pa.B. (6)The registered nurse shall have employed the prescribed techniques in administering the therapy in accordance with the established criteria. (e)The applicant shall remit the required renewal fee in 21.805 (relating to fees) with the applicants renewal application forms. The scope of the counseling program shall be clearly defined in accordance with the objectives of the program. (e)A CRNP may not delegate prescriptive authority. Any organization of five or more NPs that supports this mission can become an organizational member of AANP. (a)A CRNP program must be developed and maintained under the authority of a regionally accredited university or college or have current accreditation by the Credentialing Commission for Nurse Education or the National League of Nursing. (a)An IV therapy course provided as part of the LPN education curriculum in 21.203 (relating to specific curriculum requirements for practical nursing programs) or as a stand-alone course offered by a provider shall include instruction of the topics in 21.203(d)(8). Immediately preceding text appears at serial page (385246). The Medical Cannabis Act, provides for the medical use of cannabis (marijuana) in Pennsylvania for the treatment of certain medical conditions. (2)An individual applying for a temporary practice permit for a currently-licensed practical nurse shall demonstrate proficiency in English by submitting proof that the individuals nursing education program was conducted in English or that the individual has received a passing score on a Board-approved English proficiency examination. (x)Insertion of peripheral short catheters. (b)The philosophy and objectives shall provide the basis for the development, the conduct and the evaluation of the total program. 1916. 7822. The Board may consider sexual relationships between the dietitian-nutritionist and the patient occurring prior to the professional relationship. (b)Cooperating agencies outside of this Commonwealth shall be subject to the following: (1)The state board of nursing of the state in which the cooperating agency is located shall be contacted to determine the approval status of that agency in that state. (viii)Engaging in any of the following recent acts: (A)Kicking, biting, throwing, burning, stabbing or cutting a child in a manner that endangers the child. 2677; amended September 16, 1983, effective September 17, 1983, 13 Pa.B. The provisions of this 21.63 amended October 22, 1976, effective October 23, 1976, 6 Pa.B. (c)CRNPs may obtain credit for continuing education hours on an individual basis if the CRNP, prior to attendance at the course, obtains Board approval by submitting a request for course approval and supporting documentation listed in 21.336(b). Immediately preceding text appears at serial page (385246). (e)Up to 4 hours may be approved under subsection (c) for service as a teacher in a nursing education program, preceptor providing direct clinical supervision in a specialty area, lecturer or speaker and for publication in a refereed journal or other scholarly publication relating to the CNSs area of practice. When defining additional clinical hours, the complexity of the specialty content, as well as the need for clinical experience to enhance retention and skills, shall be considered. Two years will be the maximum time allowed for the correction of the deficiencies that resulted in the program being placed on provisional approval status. (a)The Board may remove a nursing education program from the approved list in accordance with the following procedures if the program fails to meet and maintain minimum standards, including the minimum passing rates on the National licensure examination, as established by this subchapter. (iii)Examining or touching the body of a patient except in the appropriate performance of the LDNs practice. 7822. (b)A nursing education program shall notify applicants for admission of the programs approval status and, within 30 days of a change of status, shall notify applicants and students by electronic mail or first class mail that the programs approval status has changed.