1916. (c)Interpretations issued under this section do not constitute an exercise of delegated legislative power by the Board and will be expressly subject to modification by the Board in an adjudicative proceeding based upon the particular facts and circumstances relevant to a proceeding. (f)An LPN may perform only the IV therapy functions for which the LPN possesses the knowledge, skill and ability to perform in a safe manner, except as limited under 21.145a (relating to prohibited acts), and only under supervision as required under paragraph (1). The licensee shall retain documentation of completion of Board-approved continuing education (as set forth in subsection (b)) for at least 5 years and shall submit this documentation upon request of the Board. The provisions of this 21.723b adopted December 16, 2016, effective December 17, 2016, 46 Pa.B. (a)If students are employed in health agencies, they may not be employed as registered or practical nurses unless they are currently licensed. (4)Pay the required biennial renewal fee set forth in 21.253 (relating to fees). (g)A period of 2 years will be the maximum time period allowed for the correction of deficiencies that returns the program to compliance with the Boards regulations. (4)The agreement shall insure full control of student education by the faculty of the program. (b)The Board recommends that only one class be admitted per year. 6196. (7)The registered nurse managing the care of the patient receiving intravenous conscious sedation medication may not have other responsibilities during the procedure. (2)October 31 in the even-numbered years. (ii)Learn to plan and give nursing care to selected individuals in various nursing situations that are relatively free of complexity. (2)Making an electronic report of suspected child abuse in accordance with 23 Pa.C.S. Applicants who were initially licensed or certified by another state, territory or possession of the United States or a foreign country after February 7, 2005, shall hold current National certification in the specialty in which the nurse is seeking certification. (b)A program should include personal, professional and academic counseling, initiated by either faculty or students. (g)Faculty assistants shall maintain a record of their activities leading to the completion of a graduate degree in nursing which shall be submitted to the Board upon request. (2)Candidates who apply for re-examination 2 years or more after initial examination shall satisfy the administrative and education requirements prevailing at the time of reapplication. Immediately preceding text appears at serial page (26492). In issuing adjudications, the Board may consider, but is not bound by, interpretations. 222.1(k)); section 17.6 of the Practical Nurse Law (63 P.S. Signed into law July 1, 2021. (h)The faculty of the educational unit in nursing shall conduct planned periodic evaluation of its organization and administration. (b)The Board shall be informed in writing concerning permanent placement of these records. 212.1k); and section 17.6 of the Practical Nurse Law (63 P.S. (6)The Board will issue a written decision which will set forth findings of fact and conclusions of law. 2063; reserved December 11, 2009, effective December 12, 2009, 39 Pa.B. The provisions of this 21.286 adopted November 17, 2000, effective November 18, 2000, 30 Pa.B. The Board will make available a list of Board-approved English proficiency examinations on its web site. Act 60 of 2021. The rules were established through the Administrative Code, Title 46, Professional and Occupational Standards: Part XLVII. 3125 (relating to aggravated indecent assault). (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. (c)The curriculum shall be planned to promote measurable abilities, as contained in the Test Plan for the Practical Nurse Licensing Examination, published by Council of State Boards of Nursing, Inc. (d)The curriculum shall provide instruction in the following areas: (1)Physical and biological sciences, including appropriate content from basic human anatomy and physiology as well as elementary principles of chemistry, microbiology, physics and normal nutrition. (5)Emergency prescriptions. 6383(b)(2). Division 47 - Standards for Community-Based Care RN Delegation Division 48 - Standards for Provision of Nursing Care by a Designated Caregiver Division 49 - Standards for Licensed Nurse Protocol Development and Utilization, Communicating a Prescriber's Re-Authorization of a Prescription and RN Dispensing (vii)Using or causing the use of anesthesia or any other drug affecting consciousness for the purpose of engaging in any conduct that would constitute a sexual impropriety or sexual violation. 6383(b)(2). (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. The provisions of this 21.81 issued under section 506 of The Administrative Code of 1929 (71 P.S. 212.1(k) and 216.1); and sections 9 and 17.6 of the Practical Nurse Law (63 P.S. The provisions of this 21.701 amended December 16, 2016, effective December 17, 2016, 46 Pa.B. . 212.1(k)). (4)Interactive information systems (computer/technical support) sufficient to develop, manage and evaluate the program. (2) Before delegating, the LPN or RN should consider the five rights of delegation: the right task, the right person to whom the delegation is made, the right circumstances, the right direction and communication by the LPN or RN, and the right . The provisions of this 21.30a amended under section 2.1(k) of The Professional Nursing Law (63 P.S. 2677; amended March 20, 1981, effective March 21, 1981, 11 Pa.B. This section cited in 49 Pa.B. The provisions of this 21.414 adopted February 20, 1987, effective February 21, 1987, 17 Pa.B. (a)A licensee may not engage in conduct constituting a sexual violation or sexual impropriety. (a)Collection of venous blood samples fall within the scope of Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) practice under 21.145(a) (relating to functions of the LPN). Immediately preceding text appears at serial page (378858). The Board may certify an applicant for initial certification who files an application on a form provided by the Board and pays the application fee in 21.805 (relating to fees), in accordance with the following: (1)RN license. 658 and 667.6); section 2.1(k) of The Professional Nursing Law (73 P.S. (a)Changes that are a departure from the requirements of the program and which shall be submitted to the Board for approval include the following: (1)Changes in the objectives of the program which require alteration of the present curriculum or courses or which increase or decrease the length of the program. (2)Educational preparation and nursing experience of the faculty members employed. 24 Del. (a)A licensed registered nurse may administer a drug ordered for a patient in the dosage and manner prescribed. A controlling institution is a university, college or hospital which conducts programs of education in nursing. A Board-regulated practitioner may take or cause to be taken photographs of the child who is subject to a report and, if clinically indicated, cause to be performed a radiological examination and other medical tests on the child. 6383(b)(2). (B)Analyze the relationship between pharmacologic agents and physiologic/pathologic responses. PatientA person upon whom or with whom an LDN is practicing dietetics-nutrition, including a client. 2818; amended January 17, 1992, effective January 18, 1992, 22 Pa.B. (4)Assure the graduates of nursing programs of eligibility for admission to examination for licensure. (i)Nursing courses shall be organized to use and reinforce relevant learnings from preceding and concurrent courses. (a)Survey visits are made of basic nursing programs conducted in hospitals, colleges or universities of exchange visitor programs and of cooperating agencies. 2667. (3)The agreement between the school of nursing and the cooperating agency shall be developed jointly, recorded in writing, reviewed periodically by both parties, revised as occasion requires and consistently adhered to by those responsible for implementing the provisions. 4236; amended September 20, 1985, effective September 21, 1985, 15 Pa.B. 667.6); and 23 Pa.C.S. (3)Pay the fee set forth in 21.253 (relating to fees). Immediately preceding text appears at serial page (26504). 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. (i)Diagnosing and treating human responses to actual or potential health problems through such services as case findings, health teaching, health counseling, provision of care supportive to or restorative of life and well-being, and executing medical regimens as prescribed by a licensed physician or dentist. 3895. Obtaining a RN license by examination for Pennsylvania graduates means that the applicant completed a Board approved RN nursing program, passed the NCLEX-RN, and meets the additional requirements for licensure. The annual report must update information regarding the programs administration, faculty, curriculum and student enrollment. The provisions of this 21.191 amended March 25, 1977, effective March 26, 1977, 7 Pa.B. (6)The blood is identified as the blood ordered for the patient. The provisions of this 21.82 amended October 22, 1976, effective October 23, 1976, 6 Pa.B. 2677; reserved December 16, 2016, effective December 17, 2016, 46 Pa.B. Immediately preceding text appears at serial page (351271). 6994. 222.1(k)); section 17.6 of the Practical Nurse Law (63 P.S. (3)Additional assignments relative to the functions and responsibilities of the faculty member; such as guidance of students, student evaluation, program revision, participation in activities of faculty organization. The nurse in charge of the program and the administrative officers of the controlling agency shall prepare an annual budget based on desired needs for growth and change. (F)Causing a child to be present at a location while a violation of 18 Pa.C.S. Failure to hold a hearing within 30 days will not be cause to withdraw the notice of intent to remove. An applicant for certification shall hold a current, unrestricted license as a professional nurse in this Commonwealth. (d)When communicating with the Board, licensees shall identify themselves by full name, current address and license number. This section cited in 49 Pa. Code 21.166 (relating to removal from approved list). (b)Each nursing faculty shall select record forms specifically for the CRNP program that include the following: (1)Student records, including the permanent record, containing both clinical and theoretical experience and achievement, shall be kept for 50 years. (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. 7822. (r)The curriculum for baccalaureate nursing programs shall give evidence of providing learning experiences which will prepare graduates for professional nursing practice. 224). Developing individual care plans for residents. Immediately preceding text appears at serial page (9716). (iii)Letters of intent from the cooperating agencies indicating positive commitment to the nursing education program and the availability of sufficient clinical resources to meet the educational requirements of the program. (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. In a health care facility regulated by the Department of Health, the Department of Public Welfare or the Federal government, an initial medical history shall be taken and an initial physical examination shall be conducted to the extent required by the Department of Health in 28 Pa. Code (relating to health and safety) or Department of Public Welfare in 55 Pa. Code (relating to public welfare) or the Federal government in appropriate Federal regulations, whichever is applicable, and bylaws of the health care facility and its medical staff. 2829; reserved July 11, 2008, effective July 12, 2008, 38 Pa.B. (c)The applicant for license renewal may complete and submit an application online or may mail a completed application form to the Boards administrative office. (3)The length of appointment of an interim or acting nurse administrator of a nursing education program may not exceed 1 year. (b)The philosophy and objectives shall provide the basis for the development, the conduct and the evaluation of the total program. (iii)Assess the programs effectiveness in attaining program objectives. Immediately preceding text appears at serial pages (30258) to (30259). (c)Members of the faculty shall participate in the activities of the faculty organization in ways consistent with their rank and responsibilities. (4)A statement of the philosophy, purposes and objectives of the program, which are congruent with the philosophy of the university or college. For purposes of this section, the Board will determine equivalence on a case-by-case basis after considering the information submitted by the applicant that may include an official transcript, course descriptions, current curriculum vitae, work history in the CNS role, professional recommendations and additional advanced nursing education and certification examinations. The curriculum must: (i)Assess the programs effectiveness relative to current standards of practice. No statutes or acts will be found at this website. 4730. (a)Prior to renewal. (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). This section cited in 49 Pa. Code 21.363 (relating to approval process); and 49 Pa. Code 21.369 (relating to general curriculum requirements). The Board may extend the temporary practice permit in cases of illness or extreme hardship, as set forth in paragraph (5). Indecent contactThe term as defined in 18 Pa.C.S. (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). 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). (g)Cooperating agencies shall be subject to the following provisions: (1)Agreements to utilize field agencies outside the structural control of the controlling institution shall be initiated by the educational unit in nursing. (ii)Determination of contraindications for the administration of specific immunizing and skin testing agents. 7822; amended March 25, 2022, effective March 26, 2022, 52 Pa.B. (d)An applicant shall demonstrate proficiency in English by submitting proof that the applicants nursing education program was conducted in English or that the applicant has, prior to being approved to take the licensure examination, received a passing score on a Board-approved English proficiency examination unless the applicant has already met this requirement in satisfaction of 21.149(b)(2) (relating to temporary practice permits). (a)The Board will give at least 30 days notice of intent to remove a CRNP program from full approval status to provisional approval status or from provisional approval status to removal from the approved list and will provide an opportunity for the programs officials to present documentation, within 10 days of notification of intent to remove, to show why approval should not be withdrawn. (2)Inflation of a Swan-Ganz catheter balloon for the purpose of obtaining intermittent pulmonary capillary wedge pressure readings. (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. Immediately preceding text appears at serial pages (261722) and (209951). Possible legal and ethical constraints arise regarding delegation in nursing. (2)A written order has been issued by a licensed physician pertaining to an individual patient or group of patients. (2)Full. (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. 223(b)) upon a nurse found to have engaged in conduct constituting a sexual impropriety or sexual violation. 1916. 6196; amended March 25, 2022, effective March 26, 2022, 52 Pa.B. The provisions of this 21.27 reserved under section 2.1(k) of The Professional Nursing Law (63 P.S. SB 115. 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. 2829; amended April 24, 2009, effective April 25, 2009, 39 Pa.B. 2115; amended September 8, 2000, effective September 9, 2000, 30 Pa.B. (b.1)Licensed practical nurses applying for renewal shall complete at least 2 hours of approved training in child abuse recognition and reporting in accordance with 21.508(b) (relating to child abuse recognition and reportingmandatory training requirement). 212.1(k) and 216.1). (b)The philosophy, purposes and objectives of the school shall be developed by the faculty and reviewed at stated intervals. (iii)The projected cost of the CRNP program including costs for faculty, clinical teaching resources, educational supplies, office supplies, and the like, and sufficient evidence of stable financial support. 2402; amended December 16, 2016, effective December 17, 2016, 46 Pa.B. (f)Carry over. (5)Monitoring and administering medications by epidural catheter or other pain relief devices to be used as analgesia for pain control. ActThe Professional Nursing Law (63 P.S. Box 2649 Harrisburg, PA 17105-2649 Phone - (717) 783-7142 Fax - (717) 783-0822 ST-NURSE@pa.gov (6)Evaluation of graduates by their employers. Immediately preceding text appears at serial pages (9704) to (9705). Documentation of completion of continuing education requirements must be maintained for 5 years. The provisions of this 21.146a adopted September 8, 2000, effective September 9, 2000, 30 Pa.B. 3263; amended December 19, 2003, effective December 20, 2003, 33 Pa.B. (k)The ratio of credits in nursing to general education and elective credits shall be consistent with other associate degree programs in the college. (2)The school wishing to establish agreements with a cooperating agency shall initiate meetings with the proposed cooperating agency to determine: (i)Compatibility of the educational philosophy and objectives of the cooperating agency with those of the parent school. (2)Proof of current National certification as a CNS. (a)There shall be written objectives and policies for the health program. (g)All forms are available on the Boards web site or by contacting the Board. 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. In the case study, Mark must be sure that the delegatee will provide feedback after the task is complete. 6994. (5)For school nurses, evidence that the nurses certification by the Department of Education is current. 7822; amended March 25, 2022, effective March 26, 2022, 52 Pa.B. (c)The following nursing practices fall within the scope of LPN practice under 21.145(a) and (b): (2)Changing outer tracheostomy tube after stoma is healed. (d)The Board may, in addition to any other disciplinary or corrective measure set forth in this section, levy appropriate civil penalties as authorized by section 13(b) of the act (63 P.S. 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. 186); and section 8 of the Practical Nurse Law (63 P.S. (ii)Shall include clearly defined refund policies governing fees and tuition paid by the students. 2103. 2677; amended September 16, 1983, effective September 17, 1983, 13 Pa.B. (iii)Examining or touching the body of a patient except in the appropriate performance of the LDNs practice. The provisions of this 21.509 added March 25, 2022, effective March 26, 2022, 52 Pa.B. Faculty assistants shall have a baccalaureate degree in nursing and shall give evidence of a plan for obtaining a graduate degree in nursing. This section cited in 49 Pa. Code 21.253 (relating to fees); 49 Pa. Code 21.285 (relating to prescriptive authority collaborative agreements); 49 Pa. Code 21.332a (relating to inactive status and reactivation); and 49 Pa. Code 21.369 (relating to general curriculum requirements). 521; amended September 16, 1983, effective September 17, 1983, 13 Pa.B. (2)Continuous evaluation of instructional procedures, learning experiences and student progress. Tasks that may . (a)When a program closes, the college or university is responsible for the safekeeping of the records of students for at least 50 years after graduation of the last class. The following documents shall be retained and submitted upon request: (1)For attendance at continuing education programs or courses, the registered nurse shall retain the certificate of attendance provided by the program or course provider. (d)Student employment. (b)Following skin testing, the size of the induration or its absence may be observed and recorded by the properly instructed registered nurse. Immediately preceding text appears at serial page (78865). (2)Documentation of the university or colleges pursuit of regional accreditation. Comments may be sent to Michele Phinney, Director, Office of Regulation and Policy Coordination, Maryland Department of Health, 201 West Preston Street, Room 512, Baltimore, MD 21201, or call 410-767-6499 (TTY 800-735-2258), or email to mdh.regs@maryland.gov, or fax to 410-767-6483. No statutes or acts will be found at this website. 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. 422.15(b)) (Repealed). 667.6); and 23 Pa.C.S. But I can not find anything. (e)A CRNP may not delegate prescriptive authority. (i)Shall be comprehensive and current, since it serves as a contract of agreement between the applicant or student and the school. 6383(b)(2). The provisions of this 21.25 amended October 22, 1976, effective October 23, 1976, 6 Pa.B. This section cited in 49 Pa. Code 21.33 (relating to types of approval). (c)Graduates of practical nursing education programs outside of this Commonwealth shall file an official transcript validating program completion with the application. (c)The philosophy of the school shall express beliefs about education, nursing and the responsibility of the school to the student. An applicant for licensure by examination shall comply with the requirements of 21.23 (relating to application for examination), pass the examination and complete at least 3 hours of approved training in child abuse recognition and reporting in accordance with 21.508(a) (relating to child abuse recognition and reportingmandatory training requirement). (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. SANEs are nurses first, and they must be familiar with their Nurse Practice Act. (b)The Board will place a CRNP program on provisional approval status if, as evidenced by the compliance review or other information, the program is not in compliance with the Boards regulations. The provisions of this 21.29 amended October 22, 1976, effective October 23, 1976, 6 Pa.B. 1439; amended December 16, 2016, effective December 17, 2016, 46 Pa.B. (ii)Request certification of the applicants nursing education program from the licensing board or appropriate educational authorities. 2677; amended September 16, 1983, effective September 17, 1983, 13 Pa.B. It requires the Joint State Government Commission to be directed to recommend guidelines for prescribers within 60 days of the formation of the advisory committee. Each subsequent license renewal will be valid for 2 years from October 1 through September 30. Upon application for reactivation of certification, the CRNP shall show proof of meeting the continuing education requirements for the biennial period immediately preceding the request for reactivation, and, if the certification has been lapsed or on inactive status for 5 years or longer, the CRNP must have a current, active professional nurse license, reactivated in accordance with the continued competency requirements in 21.30a (related to continued competency), and at least one of the following: (1)Proof of current National certification in the specialty in which the nurse is seeking reactivation, if the CRNP is subject to section 8.1(b) of the act.
