For questions regarding practice or delegation, please contact mbon.nursingpractice@maryland.gov . (6)Continuing education programs approved by other state boards of nursing for advanced practice nurses or CNSs. (8)Statements of financial viability for 5 years. (a)The following nursing practices fall within the scope of registered nursing practice under 21.11, 21.12 and 21.14 (relating to general functions; venipuncture; intravenous fluids; and administration of drugs): (1)Intravenous administration of Pavulon to a patient maintained on a mechanical ventillator. (a)A license issued under section 5(e) of the act (63 P.S. In the case of an emergency contact by a known patient, a prudent, short-term prescription for a controlled substance may be issued. (iii)Oral to genital contact between a nurse and a patient during the professional relationship. (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. (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. 2829. 6219; amended May 19, 2006, effective May 20, 2006, 36 Pa.B. 101, applicable to paraprofessionals, states that paraprofessionals serving as health room aides or other non-professional school district employees shall not be directed to engage in health-related activities reserved exclusively for licensed professionals and controlled by the Nurse Practice Act or other medically related laws. 2829; reserved July 11, 2008, effective July 12, 2008, 38 Pa.B. 667.5); and section 810(a)(3) and (7) of The Administrative Code of 1929 (71 P.S. Immediately preceding text appears at serial page (9713). (g)Changes in status of faculty from full-time to part-time or vice versa shall be reported to the Board. No part of the information on this site may be reproduced for profit or sold for profit. The provisions of this 21.232 amended July 1, 1983, effective July 2, 1983, 13 Pa.B. The provisions of this 21.335 adopted December 3, 2004, effective December 4, 2004, 34 Pa.B. 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. Immediately preceding text appears at serial page (335546). An NP's scope of practice can include assessing a patient's condition, ordering tests, interpreting results and making diagnoses, prescribing medication, and ordering treatments. Immediately preceding text appears at serial page (366681). The Nurse Practice Act of Maryland defines "Delegation" as "The act of authorizing an unlicensed individual, a certified nursing assistant (CNA), licensed practical nurse (LPN) or a medication technician to perform acts of registered nursing or licensed practical nursing (Code of Maryland Regulations 10 . An applicant for certification by the Board who holds an unrestricted license, certificate or authorization to practice as a CNS from another state, territory or possession of the United States or a foreign country, who met initial certification requirements equivalent to the Boards certification requirements and a current RN license in this Commonwealth may be granted certification by endorsement. (iv)For purposes of licensure renewal, the training must have been completed during the relevant biennial renewal period. 667.6); and 23 Pa.C.S. (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. ActThe Practical Nurse Law (63 P.S. (See 16 CFR Part 1700 (relating to poison prevention packaging)). 1916. The scope of the counseling program shall be clearly defined in accordance with the objectives of the program. 7822; amended March 25, 2022, effective March 26, 2022, 52 Pa.B. 6383(b)(2). 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. (iii)Shall include clearly defined policies relating to admission, promotion, retention, transfer, advanced placement and dismissal. (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. (10)Administrative structure and functions of the practical nursing program. The provisions of this 21.131 issued under sections 2.1(k) and 12.1 of The Professional Nursing Law (63 P.S. (C)Involuntary deviate sexual intercourse as defined in 18 Pa.C.S. Join today and get involved! (2)Making an electronic report of suspected child abuse in accordance with 23 Pa.C.S. 658). 655). Stat . Immediately preceding text appears at serial page (209967). (a)The Board may, upon request of a licensed nurse, nursing association, health care facility or licensed health care professional, or upon its own motion, issue interpretations of this chapter as they apply to the question of whether the execution of specific practices are within the scope of professional or practical nursing. C. 1953, 1918; 54 Del. 2061; amended December 16, 2016, effective December 17, 2016, 46 Pa.B. (g)Waiver. (4)Therapeutic interpersonal relationship skills. Ch . (iii)Assess the programs effectiveness in attaining program objectives. (d)Student employment. 212.1(k)). We also have a Scenario that we are to say with proof from our PA nurse practice act if a nursing assistant can remove a PIV if they have been educated on it. The provisions of this 21.271 amended under section 2.1(k) of the Professional Nursing Law (63 P.S. The provisions of this 21.812 amended under section 2.1(k) of The Professional Nursing Law (63 P.S. (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. 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). 449.46(c)), a volunteer license holder shall comply with the applicable continuing education requirements imposed by the Board, including at least 2 hours of training in approved child abuse recognition and reporting in accordance with 21.508(b) (relating to child abuse recognition and reportingmandatory training requirement). 7822. 212.1(k)); and section 17.6 of the Practical Nurse Law (63 P.S. ActThe Professional Nursing Law (63 P.S. 212.1(k) and 216.1); and sections 9 and 17.6 of the Practical Nurse Law (63 P.S. It is the duty of each licensee who seeks a waiver to notify the Board in writing and request the waiver at least 90 days prior to the end of the renewal period. (6)Approval by the Board shall be obtained before the educational unit in nursing may utilize a new field agency for learning experiences. (ii)Encouraging the patient to masturbate in the presence of the dietitian-nutritionist or masturbating while a patient is present. (d)CRNPs may obtain credit for correspondence courses, taped study courses and other independent study courses if the course is Board approved. (b)If a nursing education program is removed from the approved list, the controlling institution shall provide for the completion of the program for students currently enrolled by placing the students in an approved program. This section cited in 49 Pa. Code 21.283 (relating to authority and qualifications for prescribing, dispensing and ordering drugs); and 49 Pa. Code 21.369 (relating to general curriculum requirements). (c)As a condition of biennial renewal, a CRNP shall: (1)Renew the CRNPs registered nurse license. Immediately preceding text appears at serial page (26492). This section cited in 49 Pa. Code 21.29a (relating to reporting of crimes and disciplinary action); 49 Pa. Code 21.331 (relating to biennial renewal of certification); and 49 Pa. Code 21.822 (relating to biennial renewal of certification). 2103; amended August 24, 2012, effective August 25, 2012, 42 Pa.B. (a)The following application fees are charged by the Board for services to licensees and applicants: Licensure by examinationBoard-approved nursing education program graduates $95, Extension of temporary practice permit $85, Fee for review and challenge of PN exam $435, Restoration after suspension or revocation $60. (e)The Board will not adopt statements of policy until the time for public comment has elapsed. The provisions of this 21.252 adopted July 22, 1977, effective July 23, 1977, 7 Pa.B. (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. 10. (ii)The LDN has been adjudged by a court to be mentally incompetent. (8)Technical and clinical aspects of immunization, skin testing, the performance of venipuncture and the administration and withdrawal of intravenous fluids to the extent each function is an authorized function of an LPN under this chapter. (3)Educational preparation and nursing experience of faculty members employed. 222.1(k)); section 17.6 of the Practical Nurse Law (63 P.S. (11)Evaluation used to assess participants satisfaction with the training. 2829. (a)The nursing school shall be established as an educational unit of the governing body. 218.5(c)(2)). 667.6); and 23 Pa.C.S. The provisions of this 21.166 adopted under sections 2.1(k) and 6.1 of The Professional Nursing Law (63 P.S. (d)Exemptions granted under subsection (c) are applicable only for the biennial renewal period for which the exemption is requested. School administrators do not have the authority to delegate nursing functions, such as medication administration. (a)The Board administers the act by promulgating rules and regulations which establish standards for practical nursing programs and the conduct of programs.