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Special Session

Abstract

Join us as we understand the role of state boards of nursing and regulation of licensure. It is a nurse's duty be deeply familiar with the statutes that define our scope. Learn resources and tools to understand the statute and administrative code that govern your scope of practice. We will discuss licensure complaints and what to do if this happens to you. Learn how a strong foundation in your nursing practice defends against malpractice claims and ensures peace of mind in your practice.

Notes

References:

National Council of State Boards of Nursing Model Act and Model Rules

National Council of State Boards of Nursing Nurse Licensure Compact Model Language

National Council of State Boards of Nursing Scope of Practice Decision-Making Framework

NCSBN and ANA Position Paper on the National Guidelines for Nursing Delegation

National Council of State Boards of Nursing Discipline: From Complaint to Resolution

ANA: Newly-Revised: Nursing: Scope and Standards of Practice, 4th Edition

Author Details

Madison Edwards, MSN, RN

Sigma Membership

Non-member

Type

Presentation

Format Type

Text-based Document

Study Design/Type

Expert Opinion (nationally/internationally recognized)

Research Approach

N/A

Keywords:

Regulation and Licensure, Malpractice, State Boards of Nursing

Conference Name

Creating Healthy Work Environments

Conference Host

Sigma Theta Tau International

Conference Location

Phoenix, Arizona, USA

Conference Year

2025

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Empowered Nursing: Maintaining Regulatory Compliance and Safeguarding Your Professional Practice

Phoenix, Arizona, USA

Join us as we understand the role of state boards of nursing and regulation of licensure. It is a nurse's duty be deeply familiar with the statutes that define our scope. Learn resources and tools to understand the statute and administrative code that govern your scope of practice. We will discuss licensure complaints and what to do if this happens to you. Learn how a strong foundation in your nursing practice defends against malpractice claims and ensures peace of mind in your practice.