(xiii)Central and peripheral vascular devices. Sexual improprietyThe term includes the following offenses: (i)Sexual intercourse between an LPN and a patient during the professional relationship. This section cited in 49 Pa. Code 21.508 (relating to child abuse recognition and reportingmandatory training requirement). (2)Discriminate, while providing nursing services, on the basis of age, marital status, sex, sexual preference, race, religion, diagnosis, socioeconomic status or disability. Board-recognizedThe Board has determined that an entity meets the Boards quality standards to conduct an activity and has named the entity on the Boards web site. (a)A candidate shall submit a re-examination application, including the required fee for re-examination. This section cited in 28 Pa. Code 107.64 (relating to administration of drugs); 49 Pa. Code 21.413 (relating to interpretations regarding the administration of drugsstatement of policy); and 49 Pa. Code 21.803 (relating to applicability of rules relating to professional nurses). Professional relationship. (q)The ratio of students to faculty shall assure optimal learning opportunities in clinical laboratory sessions and shall be consistent with the objectives of the clinical nursing courses. (d)Evidence of specific instances with individuals other than the licensee, opinion evidence or reputation evidence of a patients past sexual conduct is not admissible in proceedings brought under 21.711 (relating to professional conduct). ARSD 20:48: Registered and Practical Nurses, Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists, & Clinical Nurse . 186); The Professional Nursing Law (63 P.S. 9799.58 (relating to assessments) or has to register for life under 42 Pa.C.S. 1021110224) and other statutes which may mandate reporting of this information. (4)To assist graduates of programs of practical nursing in this Commonwealth to qualify for licensure by endorsement in other jurisdictions. (a)The philosophy and objectives of the program shall be formulated, agreed upon and implemented by the faculty and shall be in accordance with the philosophy and objectives of the controlling agency. Applications will remain on file for 12 months. 212.1(k) and 216.1); and sections 9 and 17.6 of the Practical Nurse Law (63 P.S. In viewing the clinical resources, the study shall speak to other nursing programs that share the teaching facilities identified in the study. 212.1(k) and 222(a)); section 17.6 of the Practical Nurse Law (63 P.S. 2677; amended September 16, 1983, effective September 17, 1983, 13 Pa.B. 6383(b)(2). (3)The certified nurse anesthetist is authorized to administer anesthesia in cooperation with a surgeon or dentist. 421.3 and 421.16) (Repealed), unless otherwise noted. (a)A record system essential to the operation of the program shall be maintained. The Board will make available a list of Board-approved English proficiency examinations on its web site. There shall be written objectives and policies for the health program. In situations or health care delivery facilities where these services are not mandatory, the nurse anesthetists performance shall be under the overall direction of the surgeon or dentist responsible for the patients care. The provisions of this 21.341 adopted July 22, 1977, effective July 23, 1977, 7 Pa.B. (iv)An individual 14 years of age or older makes a specific disclosure to the mandated reporter that the individual has committed child abuse. A current copy of the policies and procedures shall be provided to the LPN at least once every 12 months. Nurses, Part II. (g)The nursing curriculum shall demonstrate the accepted pattern of development for associate degree education and be consistent with college policy. The provisions of this 21.18 adopted April 30, 1993, effective May 1, 1993, 23 Pa.B. (ii)Include documentation of faculty-supervised performance evaluation of students. 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. (ii)The training was approved by the Department of Education in consultation with the Department of Human Services. (5)An individual who has been granted a temporary practice permit for a currently-licensed practical nurse and who has complied with paragraphs (2)(4) may request an extension of the temporary practice permit because of illness or extreme hardship by: (i)Submitting a temporary practice permit extension application on a form provided by the Board. The Board will hold a hearing, within 30 days of the submission of documentation, at which the program official may appear and present additional evidence to show cause as to why approval should not be withdrawn. Sec. (iii)The course work must provide graduates with the knowledge and skills to: (A)Comprehend the pharmacotherapeutics of broad categories of drugs. (d)Policies in effect for faculty members of the CRNP program must be those in effect for faculty members throughout the college or university. 658 and 667.6). A program shall includeacademic counseling, initiated by either faculty or students. (I)Incest as defined in 18 Pa.C.S. 2103. (7)Knowingly abandon a patient in need of nursing care. 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. (a)The Board will accept hours of continuing education as designated by an approved provider, so long as each hour is at least 50 minutes of activity and each 1/2 hour is at least 30 minutes of activity. 663.1 and 667.5); sections 11(b) and 11.2 of The Professional Nursing Law (63 P.S. The provisions of this 21.366 adopted June 2, 2006, effective June 3, 2006, 36 Pa.B. (iv)Discussing or commenting on a patients sexual history, preference or performance during consultation, except when the consultation is pertinent to the issue of sexual function or dysfunction or reproductive healthcare. (b)The listing of a CRNP in an advertisement or publicly displayed sign shall identify CRNPs who use the designation Dr. as CRNPs by using the title CRNP following the individuals name. (4)A policy addressing student absences due to illness which gives the student the opportunity to attain the learning objectives not achieved due to absences. When using this tool, the links will direct you to the state board of nursing website where you can locate the NPA via the state statute or code. 7822. (4)Failure to comply with an audit request for continuing education documentation may subject a registered nurse to additional discipline under section 14(a)(4)(i) of the act. (ii)Records of preparation and experience, including official college transcripts. 2677; amended January 21, 1977, effective January 22, 1977, 7 Pa.B. BolusA concentrated medication or solution given rapidly over a short period of time. The provisions of this 21.81 amended October 22, 1976, effective October 23, 1976, 6 Pa.B. 224(a)(3)). (5)Blood formation, coagulation and anticoagulation drugs, and thrombolytic and antithrombolytic agents. (13)Other information requested by the Board. (c)This section establishes minimum standards for the prescription, administration and dispensation of controlled substances by a CRNP. (8)Specify the amount of professional liability insurance that covers the CRNP. (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. (b)No information may be released from a students record without written permission of the student. No. Facilities and resources of the program shall include the following: (1)Administrative and instructional and office personnel shall be provided with the appropriate and adequate space and equipment essential for attainment of the objectives of the program. (i)If the standards of this subchapter are not met within the designated time, the nursing education program will be removed from the approved list as provided in 21.34 (relating to removal from approved list). No. (6)Evaluation of graduates by their employers. (See 16 CFR Part 1700 (relating to poison prevention packaging)). (ii)Student evaluation of teaching and program effectiveness. (4)Therapeutic interpersonal relationship skills. 2829. 2677; amended April 29, 1983, effective April 30, 1983, 13 Pa.B. The provisions of this 21.162b adopted under sections 2.1(k) and 6.1 of The Professional Nursing Law (63 P.S. 667.6). (c)Advanced standing shall conform with the following: (1)The Board encourages practical nursing programs to thoughtfully review their respective curriculi to identify where opportunity can be provided for the recognition and validation of previous education and experience of prospective applicants. This section cited in 49 Pa. Code 21.7 (relating to temporary practice permits); 49 Pa. Code 21.29 (relating to expiration and renewal of license); 49 Pa. Code 21.30a (relating to continued competency); 49 Pa. Code 21.134 (relating to continuing education sources); and 49 Pa. Code 21.605 (relating to biennial renewal). ChildAn individual under 18 years of age. (a)The curriculum shall be based upon the philosophy and objectives of the program and shall be developed, implemented and evaluated by the faculty. (1)Provides for licensure of dietitian-nutritionists who meet the qualifications set forth in the act. 2063, unless otherwise noted. How can we transform our States healthcare system? 186); and section 8 of the Practical Nurse Law (63 P.S. 2063; reserved December 11, 2009, effective December 12, 2009, 39 Pa.B. Immediately preceding text appears at serial page (26504). Immediately preceding text appears at serial pages (335539) to (335540) and (363467). The Board recommends that only one class be admitted per year. 3796; amended October 16, 2015, effective October 17, 2015, 45 Pa.B. The provisions of this 21.83 amended October 22, 1976, effective October 23, 1976, 6 Pa.B. (d)A professional nurse may not practice or offer to practice as a CRNP in a specialty in this Commonwealth during the time the professional nurses certification in that specialty or the professional nurses RN license is inactive, lapsed or expired. The Board recommends that a minimum of 40% of the total curriculum be theoretical and the remaining 60% be in appropriate clinical experience. The provisions of this 21.158 issued under section 506 of The Administrative Code of 1929 (71 P.S. This section cited in 49 Pa. Code 21.149 (relating to temporary practice permits); 49 Pa. Code 21.156 (relating to renewal of license); 49 Pa. Code 21.156a (relating to continued competency); and 49 Pa. Code 21.605 (relating to biennial renewal). (a)Continuing education must be relevant to patient care or professional nursing in a general or specialty area and enhance the knowledge and application of the physical, social, biological and behavioral sciences. (10)Issue oral orders to the extent permitted by the health care facilities by-laws, rules, regulations or administrative policies and guidelines. The Board may extend the time period for correction of deficiencies at its discretion if the program is making demonstrable progress toward the correction of deficiencies. (b)There must be current, appropriate, adequate and available learning resources to include audio/visual equipment, computers and library materials. (4)Disclose any discipline imposed by a state licensing board on any nursing or allied health profession license or certificate in the previous biennial period and any criminal charges pending or criminal conviction, plea of guilty or nolo contendere, or admission into a probation without verdict or accelerated rehabilitative disposition during the previous biennial period unless prior notification has been made under 21.29a (relating to reporting of crimes and disciplinary action). The Board may consider sexual relationships between the nurse and the patient occurring prior to the professional relationship. (b)Students admitted to baccalaureate and associate degree programs shall meet the requirements for admission to the university or college and additional requirements that may be established for the nursing major. 667.6). (b)In addition to the application fee prescribed in subsection (a), which is payable directly to the Board, a candidate for National certification will also pay an additional fee to the certifying organization. (2)Stimulate and maintain continued growth and improvement of nursing education in this Commonwealth. 658). With your membership, you can enhance your professional development through free and discounted courses, receive our newsletters to learn about industry trends, and we have so much more to offer. IV therapyThe administration of fluids, electrolytes, nutrients or medications by the venous route. BoardThe State Board of Nursing of the Commonwealth. (d)Written or electronic reports. Nothing in this subchapter is to be deemed to limit or prohibit a professional nurse from engaging in those activities which constitute the practice of professional nursing as defined in section 2 of the act (63 P.S. The provisions of this 21.335 issued under sections 2.1(k) and 8.1(c) of The Professional Nursing Law (63 P.S. Immediately preceding text appears at serial pages (385247) to (385248). (p)The ratio of credits in nursing, that is, the major field of study, general education and elective credits shall be consistent with the nature, purposes and requirements of the parent institution. (3)Within 45 days of the date the temporary practice permit is issued, an individual who has been granted a temporary practice permit for a currently-licensed registered nurse shall submit the Verification of Licensure Form of the application for licensure and shall: (i)Request verification of licensure from the foreign jurisdiction and retain documentation of the submission of the request to provide to the Board upon request. Whenever a Board-regulated practitioner is required to make a report under subsection (a) in the capacity as a member of the staff of a medical or other public or private institution, school, facility or agency, that Board-regulated practitioner shall report immediately in accordance with subsection (c) and shall immediately thereafter notify the person in charge of the institution, school, facility or agency or the designated agent of the person in charge. There shall be written specified policies relating to students rights and grievances with procedures for implementation. (c)The consent of the patient to any sexual impropriety or sexual violation is not a defense to any disciplinary charge for violation of the act or this subchapter. (i)The program shall build its professional education on a general education basis. (a)A registered nurse whose license has lapsed for 5 years or longer or has been placed on inactive status for 5 years or longer, as permitted in section 11(b) of the act (63 P.S. The provisions of this 21.74 amended October 22, 1976, effective October 23, 1976, 6 Pa.B. 422.15(b)) (Repealed). (2)Full-time nursing instructors must be adequate in number to provide a maximum student-teacher ratio of 15 to 1 in the clinical area. The provisions of this 21.87 amended October 22, 1976, effective October 23, 1976, 6 Pa.B. 211(k) and 218.1(c)). Serious physical neglectAny of the following when committed by a perpetrator that endangers a childs life or health, threatens a childs well-being, causes bodily injury or impairs a childs health, development or functioning: (i)A repeated, prolonged or egregious failure to supervise a child in a manner that is appropriate considering the childs developmental age and abilities. I can not find anything and I am panicking.. The provisions of this 21.72 amended October 22, 1976, effective October 23, 1976, 6 Pa.B. Essentially, the act is your nursing rulebook. (ii)A copy of the course syllabus offered by the cooperating agency. 3796; amended October 16, 2015, effective October 17, 2015, 45 Pa.B. 6383(b)(2). (8)Contraceptives including foams and devices. Certification as a CNS may be suspended, revoked or otherwise restricted, and the Board may order remedial measures when, after notice and opportunity to be heard, the Board finds that: (1)The CNS has engaged in medical diagnosis or the prescription of medical therapeutic or corrective measures prohibited under section 8.6(a) of the act (63 P.S. (a)A CRNP with prescriptive authority approval may, when acting in collaboration with a physician as set forth in a prescriptive authority collaborative agreement and within the CRNPs specialty, prescribe and dispense drugs and give written or oral orders for drugs and other medical therapeutic or corrective measures. changes effective through 52 Pa.B. (15)The programming of permanent pacemakers. Opportunities shall be provided for the student to participate in case findings, health teaching and health counseling for patients and their families. (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. The provisions of this 21.115 amended October 22, 1976, effective October 23, 1976, 6 Pa.B. This section cited in 49 Pa. Code 21.363 (relating to approval process); and 49 Pa. Code 21.367 (relating to approval process). Pennsylvania Scope of Practice Policy Brief - Penn LDI (a)A license issued under section 5(e) of the act (63 P.S. (a)There shall be a nursing faculty organization appropriate to the size of the group. (f)There shall be a planned and active faculty development program designed to meet the needs of the faculty. (6)Leave a nursing assignment prior to the proper reporting and notification to the appropriate department head or personnel of such an action. A mandated reporter shall immediately make a report of suspected child abuse to the Department of Human Services by either: (1)Making an oral report of suspected child abuse by telephone to ChildLine at (800) 932-0313, followed by a written report within 48 hours to the Department of Human Services or the county agency assigned to the case in a manner and format prescribed by the Department of Human Services. 659 and 667.6). (5)The registered nurse involved in direct patient care is certified in advanced cardiac life support (ACLS). (c)Educational programs that prepare nurses to practice as CNSs created after March 20, 2008, shall submit evidence that the program meets the criteria in section 6.2(c)(1) of the act to the Board for inclusion on the list of approved programs. (3)Following the exploratory meetings, the school shall submit written notification of intent to establish an affiliation with the cooperating agency for Board approval. 212.1(k) and 216.1); and sections 9 and 17.6 of the Practical Nurse Law (63 P.S. This standard does not prohibit or affect reporting responsibilities under 23 Pa.C.S. 658 and 667.6); section 2.1(k) of The Professional Nursing Law (73 P.S. (c)Members of the faculty shall participate in the activities of the faculty organization. Administrative records shall conform with the following: (4)Program bulletin. 7822. This section cited in 49 Pa. Code 21.34 (relating to removal from approved list). (a)The practical nursing program shall be established as an educational unit of the controlling agency. The provisions of this 21.509 added March 25, 2022, effective March 26, 2022, 52 Pa.B. 3345; reserved December 25, 1987, effective December 26, 1987, 17 Pa.B. 218.5(c)(2)) during the period the certification is on inactive status. Board Laws and Regulations - Pennsylvania Department of State (12)Administer medications or fluids via an arteriovenous fistula or graft, except for dialysis. Immediately preceding text appears at serial page (335546). 2677. (ii)Request certification of the applicants nursing education program from the licensing board or appropriate educational authorities. 667.6); and 23 Pa.C.S. This section cited in 49 Pa. Code 21.7 (relating to temporary practice permits); 49 Pa. Code 21.118 (relating to post-basic nursing programs); and 49 Pa. Code 21.134 (relating to continuing education sources). (c)A registered nurse who fails to comply with an obligation or prohibition under this section is subject to disciplinary and corrective measures under section 14 of the act (63 P.S. The provisions of this Subchapter E adopted November 8, 1996, effective November 9, 1996, 26 Pa.B. PSNA is part of this task force. The provisions of this 21.24 amended October 22, 1976, effective October 23, 1976, 6 Pa.B. (iv)Demonstrate that curriculum changes have been evaluated by the CRNP program faculty and are consistent with core competencies in the CRNP specialties. 667.5); and section 810(a)(3) and (7) of The Administrative Code of 1929 (71 P.S. 659 and 667.6). Pages - Nursing Delegation - Maryland Board of Nursing CertificationThe authorization granted by the Board to a professional nurse who has demonstrated the qualifications for recognition as a CRNP. (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 will notify the program, in writing, of the alleged deficiency. Immediately preceding text appears at serial pages (352041) to (352042). (a)A clear statement of philosophy and purposes of the baccalaureate nursing program, consistent with the philosophy and purposes of the controlling institution, shall be formulated and adopted. 667.6); and 23 Pa.C.S. (11)The changing of a gastrostomy tube when stoma is healed. (2)Activities sponsored by an accredited professional nursing, CRNP, Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, Clinical Nurse Specialist or Nurse Midwifery education program. (1)The Board will give a nursing education program notice of its intent to remove the program from the approved list. 279(a)(3) and (7) and 279.3a); sections 13.1 and 17.5 of the Practical Nurse Law (63 P.S. (v)Encouraging a patient to masturbate in the presence of the nurse or masturbating while a patient is present. Immediately preceding text appears at serial pages (50847) and (30257). (c)There shall be an education rationale for the selection and distribution of courses and for the selection of theoretical and clinical laboratory content in nursing courses. Immediately preceding text appears at serial page (308269). 4730; amended December 19, 2003, effective December 20, 2003, 33 Pa.B. (2)Prior to the initiation of IV therapy, an LPN shall: (i)Verify the order and identity of the patient. 1916. 1027; amended April 29, 1983, effective April 30, 1983, 13 Pa.B. for delegation of functions necessary for the support of nursing services. Registered Nurses licensed in Pennsylvania may NOT delegate nursing functions to unlicensed persons. The Board will make available a list of Board-approved English proficiency examinations on its web site. The provisions of this 21.82 amended October 22, 1976, effective October 23, 1976, 6 Pa.B. (1)Knowingly aid, abet or assist another person to violate or circumvent a law or Board regulation.