Immediately preceding text appears at serial pages (385152) to (385153). 2818; amended January 17, 1992, effective January 18, 1992, 22 Pa.B. (b)A student who meets the description in subsection (a) and who also desires to practice as a registered nurse while participating in the training program shall submit an application for licensure by endorsement and obtain a temporary practice permit as provided by 21.28 (relating to licensure by endorsement). 1916. (iii)The course work shall have been completed within 5 years immediately preceding the date the applicant applies for initial prescriptive authority approval. The provisions of this 21.23 amended October 22, 1976, effective October 23, 1976, 6 Pa.B. (K)Sexual abuse as defined in 18 Pa.C.S. The provisions of this 21.374 issued under sections 6.1 and 8.1 of The Professional Nursing Law (63 P.S. (b)Interpretations issued by the Board will not conflict with this chapter, or enlarge or restrict this chapter, but will solely address the matter of applying principles set forth in this chapter to specific practices. 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). The provisions of this 21.272 adopted July 22, 1977, effective July 23, 1977, 7 Pa.B. (4)To assist graduates of programs of practical nursing in this Commonwealth to qualify for licensure by endorsement in other jurisdictions. (i)The CRNP has practiced, for at least 1 of the last 3 years, as a CRNP with prescriptive authority in another jurisdiction. (b)A nursing education program shall notify applicants for admission of the programs approval status and, within 30 days of a change of status, shall notify applicants and students by electronic mail or first class mail that the programs approval status has changed. (b)Programs planning to discontinue must follow the procedures in 21.41 (relating to notification; completion of program; records). Immediately preceding text appears at serial page (30264). Prescriptive authority collaborative agreementThe written and signed agreement between a CRNP with prescriptive authority and a collaborating physician in which they agree to the details of their collaboration. 667.6); and 23 Pa.C.S. 2976; amended June 18, 1993, effective June 19, 1993, 23 Pa.B. (ii)The LDN has been adjudged by a court to be mentally incompetent. 2677; amended February 25, 1977, effective February 26, 1977, 7 Pa.B. (5)National nursing specialty organizations and programs accredited by National nursing accrediting associations. 212.1(k) and 222(a)). (5)Opinions of graduates regarding the adequacy of their nursing program. (4)Library facilities and resources, which are planned and maintained to meet the specific needs of the student and the faculty, as follows: (i)The physical equipment of the library shall include adequate lighting and ventilation, sufficient tables and comfortable chairs, space for proper display of library holdings and exhibits and appropriate work space for the librarian. (b)It is recommended that each school maintain a list of available resources for financial assistance and that applicants and students be informed of these resources. 2061. Supervision means that a licensed registered nurse is physically present in the area or unit where the graduate practical nurse is practicing. A CNS seeking to renew certification shall verify compliance with continuing education requirements. (a)The Board grants the following types of approval to nursing education programs: (1)Initial. last update: 8/16/2016 The provisions of this 21.156c adopted December 16, 2016, effective December 17, 2016, 46 Pa.B. Leukhardt v. State Board of Nurse Examiners, 403 A.2d 645 (Pa. Cmwlth. 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. (f)Content related to history, trends and professional responsibilities of nursing may be integrated, combined or taught as separate courses. 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. 6196. 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. 2063; amended December 11, 2009, effective December 12, 2009, 39 Pa.B. The provisions of this 21.31 amended October 22, 1976, effective October 23, 1976, 6 Pa.B. This section cited in 49 Pa. Code 21.156b (relating to reporting of crimes and disciplinary action). (b)If the college or university also closes, advice should be obtained from the Board concerning the permanent safekeeping and availability of the records of the school of nursing. An applicant for initial certification who completed an educational program in a related discipline previously recognized for National certification as a CNS may be granted certification from the Board in the area of the applicants current National certification from the American Nurses Association or the American Nurses Credentialing Center. A person may teach as a faculty assistant in a nursing education program in this Commonwealth for a maximum cumulative period of 5 years. The Board will place those nursing education programs on full approval status which attain and maintain the standards of this subchapter. (3)The refilling of implantable drug delivery systems following placement by a physician in the proper anatomical site. (3)Additional instructors consistent with the size and needs of the programs. 212.1(k) and 216.1); and sections 9 and 17.6 of the Practical Nurse Law (63 P.S. 63146317. The provisions of this 21.156a adopted June 18, 1993, effective June 19, 1993, 23 Pa.B. (21)Hormones and synthetic substitutes. This section cited in 49 Pa. Code 21.147 (relating to fees). 2677; amended January 18, 1980, effective January 19, 1980, 10 Pa.B. The provisions of this 21.722 amended under section 2.1(k) of The Professional Nursing Law (63 P.S. 7822. (5)Verify compliance with section 8.7 of the act (63 P.S. (11)Electrolytic, caloric and water balance. One hour of CPE credit will be given for each 50-minute clock hour of CPE activity. The Board will not renew a license of a registered nurse who fails to verify compliance with the continuing education requirement. (2)Nothing in this subsection shall require a child to come before the mandated reporter to make a report of suspected child abuse. Delegation is defined by the American Nurses Association and the National Council of State Boards of Nursing as, "the process for a nurse to direct another person to perform nursing tasks and activities" . (3)Provision for ongoing student evaluative process that assesses the students progress toward and ultimate achievement of program objectives. (2)The registered nurse who performs venipunctures has had instruction and supervised practice in performing venipunctures. (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). Faculty members already employed in a CRNP program who do not hold National certification in their area of specialization shall obtain National certification, if available, by June 3, 2008. 221.2); amended under section 11.2(a) and (b) of The Professional Nursing Law (63 P.S. A registered nurse shall retain documentation of the registered nurses completion of continuing education for at least 5 years. The nurse administrator shall hold an earned doctoral degree or have a specific plan for completing doctoral preparation within 5 years of appointment. 222.1(k)); section 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. National Guidelines for Nursing Delegation / Minnesota Board of Nursing 1916. 2677; amended June 17, 1977, effective June 18, 1977, 7 Pa.B. (v)Statements conveying the impression that the LDN could influence improperly any public body, official, corporation or person on behalf of the patient. The Board may place on provisional approval a nursing education program not meeting the standards of this subchapter. (a)Continuing education activities must address the CRNPs specialty. (2)Stimulate and maintain continued growth and improvement of nursing education in this Commonwealth. 224(a)(3)). (12)Accept or receive, or both, remuneration for making or accepting referrals. (a)Health program. The provisions of this 21.293 adopted July 22, 1977, effective July 23, 1977, 7 Pa.B. BureauBureau of Professional and Occupational Affairs within the Department of State of the Commonwealth. 3078; amended December 16, 2016, effective December 17, 2016, 46 Pa.B. (ii)One program faculty member shall supervise no more than six students in a clinical course. (e)The resources, facilities and services of the college or university must be available to and used by the CRNP program and be adequate to meet the needs of the faculty and students. 6219; amended May 19, 2006, effective May 20, 2006, 36 Pa.B. 279.3a); and section 2.1(k) of The Professional Nursing Law (63 P.S. The certificate issued by the course provider must be acceptable documentation. 6383(b)(2). 3806. (3)Administrative and secretarial support. (i)For a registered nurse not involved in providing mental health services, the relationship which shall be deemed to exist for a period of time beginning with the first professional contact or consultation between a registered nurse and a patient and ending with the patients discharge from or discontinuance of services by the nurse or by the nurses employer. (iii)The listing, identification, description and explanation of principles, including technical and clinical indications, necessary for the identification and treatment of possible adverse reactions. (3)Demonstrate current National certification, if the CRNP was certified by the Board after February 7, 2005. (e)The Board will not adopt statements of policy until the time for public comment has elapsed. 212.1(k) and 216.1); and sections 9 and 17.6 of the Practical Nurse Law (63 P.S. (4)Faculty members shall meet specialty requirements for continuing competency in accordance with their educational program responsibilities. (b)Notice of application for renewal will be forwarded biennially to each active CRNP at the CRNPs address of record with the Board prior to the expiration date of the current biennial period. (a)The selection of learning experiences and methods of instruction shall provide opportunities for fulfilling the stated objectives of the program of studies or of the curriculum. 1916. Immediately preceding text appears at serial page (351278). 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. (f)Counseling and guidance. (2)Successfully completing a Board-approved reactivation program, which requires passage of a nursing achievement examination. The provisions of this 21.14 amended October 22, 1976, effective October 23, 1976, 6 Pa.B.