(b)The Board may grant a temporary practice permit to an individual who holds a current practical nurse license issued by another state, territory or possession of the United States or Canada (a currently-licensed practical nurse). Signed into law May 8, 2012: The title nurse may not be used by a person who has not been licensed under the Nurse law. 3126 (relating to indecent assault). In 2011-2012, the AHNA Practice Committee initiated a project to provide a specific state-by-state analysis of Nurse Practice Acts that referenced or addressed holistic nursing, holism and/or complementary alternative modalities (CAM) or integrative therapies within the practice of registered nurses (RNs). (3)Establishment of arterial lines with or without a cannula. AUTHORITY: Implementing the Nurse Practice Act [225 ILCS 65] and authorized by Section 2105-15(7) of the Civil Administrative Code of Illinois [20 ILCS 2105]. (a)A CRNP shall comply with State, Federal and facility regulations regarding identification of personnel. Immediately preceding text appears at serial pages (385245) to (385246). Step-by-step explanation. (9)Maintenance, monitoring and discontinuance of blood, blood components and plasma volume expanders. Student records shall conform with the following: (i)Permanent record, on students admitted, including both clinical and theoretical experience and achievement shall be kept ad infinitum. No statutes or acts will be found at this website. The label must include the statement, Do not use after manufacturers expiration date, or similar wording. (b)The authority and the administrative responsibility for the program shall be delegated by the governing body of the controlling agency to the registered professional nurse in charge of the program. (3)The CRNP has violated the act or this subchapter, or engaged in any conduct prohibited for professional nurses. (e)The Board may approve professional nursing education programs conducted in hospitals and accredited colleges, universities and postsecondary institutions that award academic degrees, and will make available a list of approved programs on its web site. Once fully implemented, the compact will allow RNs and LPNs to have one multi-state license, with the ability to practice in Pennsylvania and 36 other compact states. (G)An individual 18 years of age or older who engages a child in severe forms of trafficking in persons or sex trafficking, as those terms are defined under section 103 of the Trafficking Victims Protection Act of 2000 (Division A of Pub.L. 422.15(b)) (Repealed). (d)Any written communication with the Board must be typed or printed and include the CRNPs full name, including former names, the current address and certification number. The provisions of this 21.18a issued under section 2.1(k) of The Professional Nursing Law (63 P.S. (iii)Current records of continuing education activities. This section cited in 49 Pa. Code 21.412 (relating to interpretations regarding venipuncture, intravenous fluids, resuscitation and respirationstatement of policy); 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). (c)Only an individual who holds current active certification may practice or offer to practice as a CRNP in this Commonwealth. When part-time student employment is permitted, written policies shall include the type of employment and conditions regulating the employment, such as health, academic load and scholastic progress and consideration of current Federal and State laws affecting employment. 6994. 5315; amended June 21, 1991, effective June 22, 1991, 21 Pa.B. The provisions of this 21.118 adopted March 22, 1991, effective March 23, 1991, 21 Pa.B. 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. (e)The educational unit in nursing shall have administrative authority and responsibility consonant with the general policies of the controlling institution. If supervision is provided by electronic communication, the LPN shall have access to assistance readily available. The Board may consider sexual relationships between the dietitian-nutritionist and the patient occurring prior to the professional relationship. 7822. 212.1(k)). (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). 663.1 and 667.5); sections 11(b) and 11.2 of The Professional Nursing Law (63 P.S. 2976; amended June 18, 1993, effective June 19, 1993, 23 Pa.B. (i)The Board may grant initial certification in a Board-designated specialty or other pertinent specialty to an applicant who demonstrates current National certification by examination. (l)The ratio of students to faculty shall assure optional learning opportunities in clinical laboratory sessions and shall be consistent with the objectives of the clinical nursing courses. 659 and 667.6). 3078; amended December 16, 2016, effective December 17, 2016, 46 Pa.B. (v)Professional reading for which there is no evaluative test submitted and no certificate of completion or CPE unit awarded. This section cited in 49 Pa. Code 21.723a (relating to reporting of crimes and disciplinary action). The provisions of this 21.154 amended under section 506 of The Administrative Code of 1929 (71 P.S. A CNS seeking to renew certification shall verify compliance with continuing education requirements. (d)The Board recognizes codes of behavior as developed by appropriate practical nursing associations as the criteria for assuring safe and effective practice. The provisions of this 21.26 amended October 22, 1976, effective October 23, 1976, 6 Pa.B. Immediately preceding text appears at serial pages (385261) to (385262). This section cited in 49 Pa. Code 21.5 (relating to fees); and 49 Pa. Code 21.29 (relating to expiration and renewal of license). The order may be a standing order applicable to individuals or groups. 6383(b) (relating to education and training) by submitting the course materials set forth in subsection (b) simultaneously to the Department of Human Services, Office of Children, Youth and Families, and to the Bureau at the following addresses: (1)Department of Human Services, Office of Children, Youth and Families, Health and Welfare Building, 625 Forster Street, Harrisburg, PA 17120; or electronically at RA-PWOCYFCPSL@pa.gov. (4)Complete a feasibility study which shall include: (ii)Identification of available clinical resources for program implementation based on the projected enrollment and faculty. The provisions of this 21.162b adopted under sections 2.1(k) and 6.1 of The Professional Nursing Law (63 P.S. The provisions of this 21.201 amended under section 506 of The Administrative Code of 1929 (71 P.S. The states duty to protect those who receive nursing care is the basis for a nursing license. Deviate sexual intercourseThe term as defined in 18 Pa.C.S. A professional nurse who does not hold at least one graduate degree in nursing, but who has experience in nursing practice, nursing education and administration may be considered on an individual basis. (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). Advanced pharmacology shall be taught in a separate or dedicated 3-credit or 45-hour course. 449.45); section 2.1(k) of The Professional Nursing Law (63 P.S. 2677. The Board may grant initial approval to a new nursing education program, with evidence that the standards of this subchapter are being met, for a period of time necessary to evaluate the results of the licensing examination taken by the first cohort of graduates. Immediately preceding text appears at serial page (396910). (I)Incest as defined in 18 Pa.C.S. 6409; amended December 11, 2009, effective December 12, 2009, 39 Pa.B. (3)Additional faculty members as needed. 2829. (G)Leaving a child unsupervised with an individual, other than the childs parent, who the actor knows or reasonably should have known: (I)is required to register as a Tier II or Tier III sexual offender under 42 Pa.C.S. This section cited in 49 Pa. Code 21.811 (relating to qualifications for initial certification); 49 Pa. Code 21.813 (relating to application for certification); 49 Pa. Code 21.822 (relating to biennial renewal of certification); 49 Pa. Code 21.825 (relating to sources of continuing education); and 49 Pa. Code 21.827 (relating to continuing education course approval). Prescription drugs shall be dispensed in accordance with Federal regulations pertaining to packaging. Continuing educationAn activity approved by the Board as a condition for renewal of licensure or certification for which proof of completion can be provided to the Board. 667.6); and 23 Pa.C.S. Additional hours must be provided for specialties that provide care to multiple age groups (for example, family CRNPs) or for those who will practice in multiple care settings. Immediately preceding text appears at serial page (26485). Unless the patient is in an inpatient care setting, the patient shall be specifically counseled about dosage levels, instructions for use, frequency and duration of use and possible side effects. Immediately preceding text appears at serial pages (385122) and (396891). (11)The changing of a gastrostomy tube when stoma is healed. 42.21c). Certification and Staffing Policy Guidance (CSPG) #95, Dr. Debra L. Bogen, Acting Secretary of Health. 4730; amended December 19, 2003, effective December 20, 2003, 33 Pa.B. (7)The Board will not grant an extension to an individual who fails to meet the requirements of paragraphs (2)(6). A program on initial approval status that fails to achieve an acceptable rate of passing the National licensure examination upon graduation of its first class will be placed on provisional approval status. (2)Evidence that the applicant has practiced as a nurse practitioner in another jurisdiction at some period of time within the last 5 years under a current license or certification during that time. (d)A CRNP whose certification has been suspended for 5 years or longer shall meet the requirements in 21.332(b), and any other requirements set forth by Board order. (2)Discriminate, while providing nursing services, on the basis of age, marital status, sex, sexual preference, race, religion, diagnosis, socioeconomic status or disability. (a)Health program. 7822. The provisions of this 21.503 amended under section 2.1(k) of The Professional Nursing Law (63 P.S. ), appeal denied, 664 A.2d 978 (Pa. 1995). 1916. 212.1(k) and 216.1); and sections 9 and 17.6 of the Practical Nurse Law (63 P.S. (i)The plan of instruction shall enable students to develop understanding of the functions of the LPN within different patterns of nursing service. (4)National certification or equivalence. (b)The philosophy, purposes and objectives of the educational unit in nursing shall be developed and clearly stated by the faculty and shall be reviewed and revised at stated time intervals by this group. (c)If a nursing education program is removed from the approved list, the controlling institution shall make provision for permanent retention of student and graduate records in conformance with 21.123 and 21.125 (relating to access and use of records; and custody of records). (b)Providers or CNSs requesting Board approval for continuing education as set forth in 21.825(c) (relating to sources of continuing education) shall pay the fee in 21.805 (relating to fees) and submit the following information to the Board: (5)The schedule of the programtitle of subject, lecturer and time allocated. 2677; amended January 21, 1977, effective January 22, 1977, 7 Pa.B. (a)Survey visits are made of basic nursing programs conducted in hospitals, colleges or universities of exchange visitor programs and of cooperating agencies. The provisions of this 21.291 adopted July 22, 1977, effective July 23, 1977, 7 Pa.B. 279.3a); and section 2.1(k) of The Professional Nursing Law (63 P.S. (e)The curriculum shall provide for instruction and practice in the care of selected individuals with different degrees of illness, with various types of incapacities and from all age groups. Discussion of a patients sexual practices, preferences and performance shall be fully documented in the patients chart, when applicable. The provisions of this 21.183 amended under section 506 of The Administrative Code of 1929 (71 P.S. (f)A candidate shall take the examination for the first time within 1 year of completing the practical nursing education program unless prevented by emergency, illness, military service or other good cause shown, or the candidate holds a license to practice nursing in another state or country. The provisions of this 21.182 amended July 1, 1983, effective July 2, 1983, 13 Pa.B. 5952; amended June 2, 2006, effective June 3, 2006, 36 Pa.B. (a)The curriculum shall be designed to meet the stated objectives of the program. SB 416. (2)The applicant or licensee submits documentation demonstrating all of the following: (i)The applicant or licensee has already completed child abuse recognition training required under 23 Pa.C.S. 222.1(k)); section 17.6 of the Practical Nurse Law (63 P.S. Abandonment is defined as the intentional deserting of a patient for whom the nurse is responsible. The provisions of this 21.27 reserved under section 2.1(k) of The Professional Nursing Law (63 P.S. (b)Staff members of public or private agencies, institutions and facilities. The provisions of this 21.16 amended October 22, 1976, effective October 23, 1976, 6 Pa.B. 212.1(k)). (8)Falsify or knowingly make incorrect entries into the patients record or other related documents. (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. (i)Supervision of all students in the clinical areas is the responsibility of the CRNP program faculty. An applicant for certification shall hold a current, unrestricted license as a professional nurse in this Commonwealth. Evening and night assignments are considered part of the curriculum only in terms of the objectives to be achieved and if faculty supervision is provided. Student employment shall be on a voluntary basis and not a requirement of the institution. 3122.1 (relating to statutory sexual assault). 3891. (b)When a program change is contemplated, a plan shall be presented to the Board showing: (4)Philosophy and objectives of the proposed program. (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. The provisions of this 21.284 issued under section 15(b) of the Medical Practice Act of 1985 (63 P.S. (f)Full-time faculty of the nursing program may not carry responsibilities for administration, curriculum development or teaching for other types of educational programs, nor may the nursing faculty be responsible for student health services or first aid. (a)An applicant for certification shall submit an application form provided by the Board to the Board for its review and approval. (E)Interfering with the breathing of a child. (H)Indecent exposure as defined in 18 Pa.C.S. 216.1 and 218.1). (g)Financial aid. (a)A CRNP may collaborate only with physicians who hold a current license to practice in this Commonwealth. (a)Continuing education activities must address the CRNPs specialty. Immediately preceding text appears at serial page (238278). (f)Approval by the Board shall be obtained before the educational unit in nursing may utilize a cooperating agency or a new field agency for learning experiences. Immediately preceding text appears at serial pages (385257) to (385258). (3)National certification. Innovation & Ongoing Development Fund Requests. 4755; amended July 26, 2019, effective July 27, 2019, 49 Pa.B. (2)Proof of current National certification in the specialty in which the nurse is seeking certification by the Board. Nurse violated subsection (a)(4) by disconnecting comatose patient from respirator to check for spontaneous respirations, leaving patient without oxygen for 30 seconds, when there had been no special circumstances such as patient displaying signs of becoming conscious. 216.1 and 218.1). If a licensee holds more than one license or certificate issued by the Board, or holds a license issued by another licensing board within the Bureau that requires mandatory training in child abuse recognition and reporting, credit for completion of an approved course will be applied to both credentials. The provisions of this 21.368 adopted June 2, 2006, effective June 3, 2006, 36 Pa.B. (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 21.166 (relating to removal from approved list). (iv)Statements relating to fees without reasonable disclosure of all relevant variables so that the statements would be misunderstood by or would be deceptive to a layperson. (c)The philosophy and purposes of the educational unit in nursing shall be consistent with currently accepted social, associate degree education and nursing standards. (ii)The patients care needs surpass the LPNs knowledge, skill or ability. The provisions of this 21.24 amended October 22, 1976, effective October 23, 1976, 6 Pa.B. (11)Accept a client or patient for treatment or continue treatment unnecessarily, if benefit cannot reasonably be expected to accrue. The registered nurse may not leave the patient unattended or engage in tasks which would compromise continuous monitoring. (ii)The training was approved by the Department of Education in consultation with the Department of Human Services. The provisions of this Subchapter A issued under The Professional Nursing Law (63 P.S. Registration Examination for Registered DietitiansA written academic examination developed, prepared, administered and scored by the CDR. The provisions of this 21.29 amended under sections 2.1, 11 and 12.1(a) of The Professional Nursing Law (63 P.S. (iii)Periodic evaluation of the program by faculty, students and graduates of the program. This includes emergency drugs. (d)For purposes of activities relating to the approval and status of nursing education programs, the term Board used in this subchapter may mean the Boards educational advisors appointed under section 2.1(i) of the act (63 P.S. 2005. The provisions of this 21.288 adopted December 11, 2009, effective December 12, 2009, 39 Pa.B. 221.2(a) and (b)); section 17.5(a) and (b) of the Practical Nurse Law (63 P.S. (B)Statutory sexual assault as defined in 18 Pa.C.S. This section cited in 49 Pa. Code 21.503 (relating to photographs, medical tests and X-rays of child subject to report); 49 Pa. Code 21.505 (relating to immunity from liability); 49 Pa. Code 21.506 (relating to confidentialitywaived); and 49 Pa. Code 21.507 (relating to noncompliance).
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