(6)The blood is identified as the blood ordered for the patient. Immediately preceding text appears at serial page (9718). 221.2(a) and (d)); and section 17.6 of the Practical Nurse Law (63 P.S. The provisions of this 21.253 adopted December 25, 1987, effective December 26, 1987, 17 Pa.B. An applicant for licensure by examination shall comply with the requirements of 21.151 (relating to application for examination), pass the examination and complete at least 3 hours of training in child abuse recognition and reporting in accordance with 21.508(a) (relating to child abuse recognition and reportingmandatory training requirement). (3)Opportunities for students to participate in self-evaluation of their own learning experiences. The provisions of this 21.12 amended October 22, 1976, effective October 23, 1976, 6 Pa.B. 6196. 3263; amended December 19, 2003, effective December 20, 2003, 33 Pa.B. 2677; amended September 16, 1983, effective September 17, 1983, 13 Pa.B. (a)Applicants for certification shall pay a fee set forth in 21.253 (relating to fees), and submit an application form provided by the Board to the Board for its review and approval. Disclaimer: The information on this system is unverified. . (3)Patient counseling. The following nursing practices fall within the scope of registered nurse practice under 21.11 (relating to general functions): (1)Collection of arterial and venous blood samples. Nurses, Part II. (a)When a program closes, the controlling agency shall be responsible for the safekeeping of the records of its students; and official copies shall be made available upon request. The answer to most questions is it depends. 4302 (relating to incest). (5)The registered nurse involved in direct patient care is certified in advanced cardiac life support (ACLS). The provisions of this 21.16 amended October 22, 1976, effective October 23, 1976, 6 Pa.B. 2829. 2061. (a)The Board will approve educational programs as set forth in section 6.2(c) of the act (63 P.S. Immediately preceding text appears at serial pages (9712) to (9713). The provisions of this Subchapter A adopted May 22, 1951, unless otherwise noted. The CRNP shall verify completion of the continuing education when submitting a biennial renewal. Immediately preceding text appears at serial pages (319602) to (319603). 2677; amended September 16, 1983, effective September 17, 1983, 13 Pa.B. Admin . (3)Demonstrate current National certification, if the CRNP was certified by the Board after February 7, 2005. Practical Nurses (Nurse Practice Act). 3281; amended August 24, 2012, effective August 25, 2012, 42 Pa.B. (12)Make respiratory and occupational therapy referrals. A CNS who is already certified by the Board may apply for an additional certification. The registered nurse who is not a certified registered nurse anesthetist may administer intravenous conscious sedation medications, under 21.14, during minor therapeutic and diagnostic procedures, when the following conditions exist: (1)The specific amount of intravenous conscious sedation medications has been ordered in writing by a licensed physician and a licensed physician is physically present in the room during administration. 2005. The provisions of this 21.29 amended under sections 2.1, 11 and 12.1(a) of The Professional Nursing Law (63 P.S. Latest news delivered right to your inbox! Clinical hours must meet at least National certification requirements with a minimum of 500. Any organization of five or more NPs that supports this mission can become an organizational member of AANP. (b)Criminal penalties. (5)An individual who enhances faculty-directed clinical learning experiences by guiding selected clinical activities shall be designated as a clinical preceptor. SB 416. A CRNP shall comply with 21.18 (relating to standards of nursing conduct). 186); and section 1 of The Professional Nursing Law (63 P.S. (2)Proof of current National certification in the specialty in which the nurse is seeking certification by the Board. 659 and 667.6). standardize the nursing delegation process based on research findings and evidence in the literature and is applicable to all levels of nursing licensure (advanced practice registered nurse [APRN], registered nurse [RN], licensed practical/vocational nurse [LPN/VN]) where the nurse practice act (NPA) is silent. 704; amended March 25, 1977, effective March 26, 1977, 7 Pa.B. (b)An applicant who graduated from a professional nursing education program in a country or territory outside of the United States or Canada shall have the applicants education evaluated by a Board-approved foreign credentials evaluator to determine whether the education obtained is equivalent to the program of study required in this Commonwealth at the time the program was completed. Immediately preceding text appears at serial page (9717). 2673; amended July 3, 2008, effective July 5, 2008, 38 Pa.B. (i)Faculty shall have input into the selection of preceptors. (a)The following continuing education activities that meet the requirements of 21.133 (relating to continuing education content) for registered nurses are approved: (1)Activities sponsored by a Board-approved practical or professional nursing program or a Nationally accredited graduate nursing program. The provisions of this 21.332 issued under sections 2.1(k) and 8.1(c) of The Professional Nursing Law (63 P.S. When functioning in the expanded role as a professional nurse, the nurse shall practice within the scope of practice of the (3)Providing evidence to the Board that the applicant has a current license and has practiced as a registered nurse in another jurisdiction at some period of time within the last 5 years. Signed into law July 2, 2014: This bill amends the Whistleblower Law to addthe following to the definition of employer: public body or individual; partnership; association; for-profit or non-profit corporation. 658). (iii)Submit an application for an education evaluation to a Board-approved foreign credentials evaluator if required under 21.155(d) (relating to licensure by endorsement) and retain documentation of the application submitted to the evaluator to provide to the Board upon request. The provisions of this 21.805 amended July 26, 2019, effective July 27, 2019, 49 Pa.B. 1916. The provisions of this 21.183 amended under section 506 of The Administrative Code of 1929 (71 P.S. (b)A licensed practical nurse whose license has been suspended for 5 years or longer may reactivate the license after complying with the terms of the suspension Order by doing either of the following: (1)Successfully completing the initial licensing examination approved by the Board and submitting the examination fee in 21.147. (a)If the Board receives information suggesting that a nursing education program has not maintained the standards of this subchapter, the Board will validate the information and notify the program, in writing, of the alleged deficiency. The provisions of this 21.154 amended March 11, 1977, effective March 12, 1977, 7 Pa.B. The provisions of this 21.123 amended October 22, 1976, effective October 23, 1976, 6 Pa.B. 1916. (h)The curriculum shall be evaluated according to a plan developed by the faculty and shall include the following: (1)A careful review of aspects of the educational program based on the stated philosophy and objectives. (D)Understand the motivations of clients in seeking prescriptions and the willingness to adhere to prescribed regimens. (h)The curriculum for CRNP programs must give evidence of providing learning experiences which will prepare graduates for CRNP practice. The provisions of 1 Pa. Code Part II (relating to the General Rules of Administrative Practice and Procedure) apply to the activities of and proceedings before the Board. (2)The CNS has performed a service beyond the scope of practice of professional nursing as defined in section 2(1) of the act (63 P.S. The provisions of this 21.18 amended under section 2.1(k) of The Professional Nursing Law (63 P.S. The administration of emergency medical treatment or transitory trauma care will not be deemed to establish a professional relationship. A volunteer license may be issued to a licensee of the Board who documents to the satisfaction of the Board that the applicant will practice without personal remuneration in approved clinics and meets one of the following conditions: (1)Holds a currently renewed, active, unrestricted license as a registered nurse, a certified registered nurse practitioner or a licensed practical nurse in this Commonwealth and retires from active practice at the time the applicant applies for a volunteer license. This section cited in 49 Pa. Code 21.273 (relating to application for certification); and 49 Pa. Code 21.332a (relating to inactive status and reactivation). 211225.5), which provides for the licensing of Licensed Dietitian-Nutritionists. The Board may extend the temporary practice permit in cases of illness or extreme hardship, as set forth in paragraph (5). The provisions of this 21.11 amended October 22, 1976, effective October 23, 1976, 6 Pa.B. (i)The program shall build its professional education on a general education basis. Box 2649 Harrisburg, PA 17105-2649 Phone - (717) 783-7142 Fax - (717) 783-0822 ST-NURSE@pa.gov 17211. (iv)Touching breasts, genitals or any other body part for any purpose other than appropriate examination or treatment, or using prolonged or improper examination techniques, or after the patient has refused or withdrawn consent. (2)The Board may waive the requirements of continuing education in cases of illness or undue hardship. 2103. (3)The registered nurse who administers parenteral fluids, drugs or blood has had instruction and supervised practice in administering parenteral fluids, blood or medications into the vein. 7822. 212.1(k)). (3)Arterial puncture for blood samples in infant intensive care units. (v)An enrichment or educational program. (d)Prior to issuing interpretations, the Board will submit to the Legislative Reference Bureau for recommended publication in the Pennsylvania Bulletin a notice indicating its intent to adopt interpretations, and making available upon request to interested persons copies of proposed or draft interpretations. The Board will notify the program in writing of this action. This section cited in 49 Pa. Code 21.805 (relating to fees); 49 Pa. Code 21.827 (relating to continuing education course approval); and 49 Pa. Code 21.828 (relating to CNS responsibilities). (2)Practice dietetics based on scientific principles and current information. Immediately preceding text appears at serial pages (209964) to (209965). The Board will make available a list of Board-approved English proficiency examinations on its web site. 221(b)), may reactivate the license by doing one of the following: (1)Successfully completing the initial licensing examination approved by the Board and submitting the examination fee in 21.5 (relating to fees). (b)The program of study shall reflect sound principles of general education and practical nursing education. (6)Endotracheal intubation in infant intensive care unit. If the applicant, due to extenuating circumstances, cannot take the first scheduled examination following completion of the program, the applicant shall appeal to the Board for authority to continue practicing. When applying for licensure renewal, a registered nurse shall: (1)Complete and submit the renewal application, including disclosing any license to practice nursing or any allied health profession in any other state, territory, possession or country. (2)The registered nurse is certified as a Registered Nurse Anesthetist by the Council on Certification or on Recertification of Nurse Anesthetists of the American Association of Nurse Anesthetists. The Board will grant, deny or grant in part the request for waiver. Nurse Practice Acts are laws in each state that determine the legal duties and responsibilities of a nurse to patients, other nurses, and the community. 6318 (relating to immunity from liability), a Board-regulated practitioner who participates in good faith in the making of a report of suspected child abuse, making a referral for general protective services, cooperating or consulting with an investigation including providing information to a child fatality or near fatality review team, testifying in a proceeding arising out of an instance of suspected child abuse or general protective services or engaging in any action authorized under 23 Pa.C.S. (2)Beginning on October 1, 2009, a nursing education program shall achieve and maintain a minimum pass rate of 70% or more of its first-time examinees during an examination year. (4)National pharmaceutical organizations and their state and local affiliates. (3)At least 60 days prior to the expiration date of the temporary practice permit, the graduate practical nurse who wishes to extend the expiration date of the temporary practice permit because of illness or extreme hardship shall: (iii)Provide a detailed, written explanation of the reasons the extension is requested. Immediately preceding text appears at serial page (351278). 5329; amended June 12, 1992, effective immediately and applies to biennial renewals commencing May 1, 1992, 22 Pa.B. Immediately preceding text appears at serial pages (363485) to (363486). 2667. Additionally, under 23 Pa.C.S. A confirmation by the Department of Human Services of the receipt of a report of suspected child abuse submitted electronically relieves the mandated reporter of the duty to make an additional oral or written report. 666). (1)Board-approved CRNP educational programs and CRNP educational programs approved by other state boards of nursing or that hold current accreditation issued by a National nursing accreditation organization. 212). (a)The following providers of continuing education and credentialing organizations have currently met the standards for course approval for continuing education and, provided that these providers and credentialing organizations comply with 21.826 and 21.827 (relating to requirements for continuing education courses; and continuing education course approval), they are preapproved to offer creditable continuing education, subject to reevaluation as set forth in subsection (b): (1)Board-approved CNS educational programs and CNS educational programs approved by other state boards of nursing or that hold current accreditation issued by a National nursing accreditation organization. Immediately preceding text appears at serial page (385246). 6383(b)(2). No. This standard does not prohibit or affect reporting responsibilities under 23 Pa.C.S. (ii)Health records shall be kept for 5 years following completion of the program. Nurses most frequently delegate tasks to LPN's (Licensed . (ii)Seriously interferes with a childs ability to accomplish age-appropriate developmental and social tasks. An individual or entity shall not mandate that a registered professional nurse delegate nursing interventions if the registered professional nurse determines it is inappropriate to do so. (d)An applicant for licensure by endorsement whose license in the other jurisdiction is not current for 5 years or longer shall, prior to receiving a license in this Commonwealth, satisfy the requirements of 21.30a(a)(1) or (2) (relating to continued competency). 2061. The provisions of this 21.369 issued under sections 6.1 and 8.1 of The Professional Nursing Law (63 P.S. (d)Policies for selection, appointment and promotion of faculty shall be defined in writing. The certificate issued by the course provider must be acceptable documentation. (a)A candidate for the licensing examination may submit an application together with the required fee no sooner than 90 days prior to completing a practical nursing education program. 2976; amended June 18, 1993, effective June 19, 1993, 23 Pa.B. The provisions of this Subchapter D issued under section 2(k) of The Professional Nursing Law (63 P.S. (b)Relationships with central administrative officers, interrelationships among other disciplines and services of the institution and representation on institutional councils and committees for faculty of the educational unit in nursing shall be consistent with the interaction and responsibilities accorded to other faculty members of the institution. 667.6); and the Child Protective Services Law, 23 Pa.C.S. Abandonment is defined as the intentional deserting of a patient for whom the nurse is responsible. (2)An adequate physical facility and appropriate instructional materials to carry out the continuing education course. 1165; amended June 18, 1993, effective June 19, 1993, 23 Pa.B. This section cited in 49 Pa. Code 21.705 (relating to fees); 49 Pa. Code 21.721 (relating to qualifications for licensure); and 49 Pa. Code 21.724 (relating to continuing education). 6383(b)(2). 6911; amended December 11, 2009, effective December 12, 2009, 39 Pa.B. 422.15(b)) (Repealed). The transcript must bear the impression of the school seal and signature of the nurse administrator or authorized representative. The provisions of this 21.294 adopted July 22, 1977, effective July 23, 1977, 7 Pa.B. Because school nursing practice is conducted within the education environment, school nurses must know and understand their nurse practice act. 2677. 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. 216.1 and 218.1). 2402; amended July 11, 2008, effective July 12, 2008, 38 Pa.B. The minimum rate for graduates to pass the National licensure examination are as follows: (1)A nursing education program shall achieve and maintain a minimum pass rate of 60% or more of its first-time examinees during an examination year. The provisions of this 21.156b issued under section 17.6 of the Practical Nurse Law (63 P.S. 216.1 and 218.1). The provisions of this 21.507 amended March 25, 2022, effective March 26, 2022, 52 Pa.B. Reactivation of inactive or lapsed license (after 5 years or longer) $50, Approval of each hour of LDN continuing education activity by sources not listed in 21.724(b) (relating to continuing education) $115, Renewal of approval of LDN continuing education activity by sources not listed in 21.724(b) $35. Practice of practical nursingThe performance of selected nursing acts in the care of the ill, injured or infirm under the direction of a licensed professional nurse, a licensed physician or a licensed dentist which do not require the specialized skill, judgment and knowledge required in professional nursing. No. (a)The certification, and prescriptive authority approval, if applicable, of a CRNP will expire at the same time as the CRNPs registered nurse license as provided in 21.29 (relating to expiration and renewal of license). The provisions of this 21.156a amended under section 17.6 of the Practical Nurse Law (63 P.S. (c)The following nursing practices fall within the scope of registered nursing practice under 21.11 and 21.15 (relating to monitoring, defibrillating and resuscitating): (1)Measurement of a cardiac output by thermodilution method. (b)Faculty qualifications for clinical courses in the CRNP program are as follows: (1)Faculty members shall provide evidence of expertise in their subject areas, and when appropriate, be currently licensed and certified in this Commonwealth and hold and maintain National certification. (iii)Oral to genital contact between a nurse and a patient during the professional relationship. Patient (includes residents and clients)A person, other than a spouse or immediate family member, who receives professional services from a registered nurse, regardless of whether the nurse receives remuneration for the services. (ii)When a patient has developed signs and symptoms of an IV catheter-related infection, venous thrombosis or central line catheter occlusion. Sexual violationThe term includes the following offenses: (i)Engaging in sexual intercourse, indecent contact or deviate sexual intercourse with a patient during the professional relationship. The provisions of this 21.173 amended under section 506 of The Administrative Code of 1929 (71 P.S. (b)When a class is not admitted in a given year, the practical nursing program shall close unless approval has been granted by the Board based on the justification for continuation as submitted to the Board. (a)As a condition of approval, providers and credentialing organizations are required to provide CRNPs who complete continuing education courses with a certificate of completion which contains the information listed in 21.337(a) (relating to CRNP responsiblities). A program will not be placed on full approval status until it has graduated its first class and the class has achieved an acceptable rate of passing the National licensure examination, as set forth in 21.33b (relating to minimum rate for graduates of nursing education programs to pass the National licensure examination). 2061. 6994. 212.1(k)); and section 17.6 of the Practical Nurse Law (63 P.S. 1.1.1.2 Represent the Board at the National Council of State Boards of Nursing (NCSBN) Delegate Assembly as a voting delegate, certain professional and/or community functions, and regional or national meetings, or shall designate a member or the Executive Director to represent the Board; Practical nurse programs require approval for the following reasons: (1)To safeguard the preparation of practical nurses, and to assure safe standards of nursing practice in this Commonwealth. Nursing schools in this Commonwealth are approved to effectuate the following: (1)Safeguard the preparation of nurses and assure safe standards of nursing practice in this Commonwealth. (2)Collection of arterial and venous blood samples from indwelling arterial/venous catheters. (3)Provision of facilities which promote recreational and social activities. It establishes a registry to ensure adequate availability of different medical cannabis strains and concentrations. (v)Knowledge checks, quizzes or other means of assessing participants understanding of the material. (5)An individual who has been granted a temporary practice permit for a currently-licensed registered nurse and who has complied with paragraphs (2)(4) may request an extension of the individuals temporary practice permit because of illness or extreme hardship by: (i)Submitting a temporary practice permit extension application provided by the Board. (10)Document and maintain accurate records in accordance with the acceptable and prevailing standard of recordkeeping. The curriculum shall be evaluated according to a plan developed by the faculty and shall include the following: (1)Careful review of aspects of the educational program based on the stated philosophy and objectives. (f)Applicants shall submit additional information as identified on the application or as requested by the Board. 667.6); and 23 Pa.C.S. Failure of the licensee to comply with the Volunteer Health Services Act (35 P.S. 218.5(e)) on the application for certification. 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. It shall be the duty of each licensee seeking waiver to notify the Board in writing and request the waiver, at least 60 days prior to the end of the biennial renewal period, which will be granted, denied, or granted in part. 2061. The provisions of this 21.77 reserved October 22, 1976, effective October 23, 1976, 6 Pa.B. Person responsible for the childs welfareA person who provides permanent or temporary care, supervision, mental health diagnosis or treatment, training or control of a child in lieu of parental care, supervision and control. (3)A Board-approved diploma nursing education program may transition to a degree-granting nursing education program under the authority of a university or college pursuing regional accreditation and will be known as a program in transition. The compliance review must include information regarding accreditation, administration, clinical sites, faculty, curriculum, testing, educational resources and student body of the program. Immediately preceding text appears at serial page (26504). (b)When acting in collaboration with a physician as set forth in a collaborative agreement and within the CRNPs specialty, a CRNP may: (1)Perform comprehensive assessments of patients and establish medical diagnoses. A person who holds a current and valid license or other evidence of the right to practice practical nursing issued by another country other than Canada may not be employed as a practical nurse in this Commonwealth until licensed by the Board. 667.6); and 23 Pa.C.S. (xiii)Central and peripheral vascular devices. Immediately preceding text appears at serial page (351271). 2677. A person may teach as a faculty assistant in a nursing education program in this Commonwealth for a maximum cumulative period of 5 years. BoardThe State Board of Nursing of the Commonwealth. (d)The terminal objectives of the school shall identify behavioral changes that are expected to occur in the student. 780-104). 6658; amended June 2, 2006, effective June 3, 2006, 36 Pa.B. (iv)Ability of the cooperating agency to absorb an additional affiliating school. 6994. The provisions of this 21.6 adopted November 29, 1991, effective November 30, 1991, 21 Pa.B. The provisions of this 21.501 amended under section 2.1(k) of The Professional Nursing Law (63 P.S. (6)Order blood and blood components for patients. In my practice, I represent a number of nurses and other providers being investigated or disciplined by a nursing board for allegedly violating the act. 667.6); and 23 Pa.C.S. (2)Faculty members without a graduate degree in nursing shall be designated faculty assistants. 2677; amended April 29, 1983, effective April 30, 1983, 13 Pa.B. (2)Analyzes the health status of the individuals and families and compares the data with the norm when possible in determining nursing care needs. (9)Engage in conduct defined as a sexual violation or sexual impropriety in the course of a professional relationship. The provisions of this 21.162 amended July 1, 1983, effective July 2, 1983, 13 Pa.B. (D)Sexual assault as defined in 18 Pa.C.S. This section cited in 49 Pa. Code 21.34 (relating to removal from approved list). (g)The Board encourages curriculum experimentation designed to replicate or validate educational theories or to promote open-ended career development. (3)Faculty members shall maintain currency in clinical practice through ongoing clinical practice. 1916. On the initial occasion when a controlled substance is prescribed, administered or dispensed to a patient, the medical record must also include a specification of the symptoms observed and reported, the diagnosis of the condition for which the controlled substance is being given and the directions given to the patient for the use of the controlled substance. (5)Schedule of the activity, including, for activities with multiple presenters, the title of each subject, lecturer and time allotted. 212.1(k) and 216.1); and sections 9 and 17.6 of the Practical Nurse Law (63 P.S. The notice shall contain the full statement of policy or a description of the substance of the statement of policy. (vi)Human diversity and social issues. Information included at this site has been derived directly from the Pennsylvania Code, the Commonwealth's official publication of rules and regulations and from the Pennsylvania Bulletin, the Commonwealth's official gazette for information and rulemaking . PSNA Supported: Passed 200-0 and Enacted: This resolution establishes a task force on opioid prescription drug proliferation, creates an advisory committee and studies its impact on heroin use in the Commonwealth. Therefore, all activities offered by these providers are approved for continuing education hours required for biennial license renewal. Immediately preceding text appears at serial pages (30257) to (30258). 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. (c)If the Board places a nursing education program on provisional approval status, the Board will notify the program, in writing, of the deficiencies and the amount of time that will be allowed for correction of the deficiencies that resulted in the programs placement on provisional approval status. The Board will place on full approval a nursing education program which attains and maintains the standards of this subchapter. The Board will not renew a license or certificate unless the Bureau has received an electronic report from an approved course provider documenting the attendance/participation by the licensee in an approved course within the applicable 2-year biennial licensure cycle or the licensee has obtained an exemption under subsection (c). (8)Statements of financial viability for 5 years. The provisions of this 21.4a adopted September 8, 2000, effective September 9, 2000, 30 Pa.B. (8)Performance of cardioversion in the presence or absence of a physician. 2829. Nurse Practice Act South Dakota Codified Law. 659 and 667.6). (5)Safeguard the patients dignity, the right to privacy and the confidentiality of patient information and make full disclosure about any limitations on the LDNs abilities to guarantee full confidentiality. 7822. 186). Immediately preceding text appears at serial page (396909). A CNS who places the CNSs certification on inactive status is not required to meet the continuing education requirements in section 8.5(c)(2) of the act (63 P.S. A temporary practice permit granted under this section is valid for up to 1 year from the date of issuance, unless extended under paragraphs (3) and (4), and immediately expires if the applicant fails the licensing examination. (b)The nurse administrators credentials shall be submitted to the Board for approval. (2)Faculty records. (8)Citation of sources, including written permission to use copyrighted material, if applicable.
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