Nurse.com
APRIL 23, 2023
Being criminally charged with harm to a patient would probably make a top 10 list of nurses’ worst fears, along with being a defendant in a professional negligence lawsuit or losing their license to practice. Document everything One vital strategy nurses can leverage to protect themselves is through detailed documentation.
American Nurse
FEBRUARY 21, 2024
DOCUMENTING CARE is a basic nursing responsibility, but it’s one that nurses often struggle with because of time constraints and challenges associated with electronic health records (EHRs), such as poor user interfaces that leave nurses unclear as to where to document findings. The NSO/CNA Nurse Liability Claim Report (4th Ed.)
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Diversity Nursing
NOVEMBER 2, 2023
Here are some of the legal aspects of Nursing to know and understand. Licensure and Certification To legally practice as a Nurse, you must obtain and maintain a valid Nursing license or certification in the state you practice Nursing. Receiving and maintaining a Nurse's license is the first legal responsibility.
Consult QD
AUGUST 29, 2023
While that’s a daunting thought, Marilyn Crisafi, BSN, RN, JD reminds nurses that the legal department and caregivers share the same goal – to make sure the health system is providing safe, world-class care. With a background in both nursing and law, Crisafi offers a unique perspective on legal issues in nursing.
Healthcare Law Insights blog
MARCH 7, 2024
AI is transforming diagnostics, treatment planning, and patient care management, making the issue of professional licensure increasingly pertinent. Licensing ensures that healthcare practitioners meet competency standards and protect public welfare. However, AI’s introduction raises the question of accountability for patient outcomes.
Nurse.com
MARCH 28, 2023
The board has this power as long as an individual possesses a license to practice. In the following case, an appellate court upholds a BON’s disciplinary decision after questioning an RN’s mental health and revoking her license. The BON issued a decision to revoke the RN’s license.
Nurse Code
JULY 2, 2022
Step 3: Gain Experience as a Registered Nurse Now that you have a license to practice as an RN in your state, it’s time to step out and get a job. Apart from the Legal Nurse Consultant Certified administered by ALNCCB, you can also earn certification from the National Alliance of Certified Legal Nurse Consultants (NACLNC).
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