CHAPTER 1. STATEMENTS OF POLICY

Sec.

1.1.    Clarification of nursing qualifications—statement of policy.

Authority

   The provisions of this Chapter 1 added under the Nurse Licensure Compact Act (35 P.S. § §  10291—10295), unless otherwise noted.

Source

   The provisions of this Chapter 1 added January 12, 2024, effective January 13, 2024, 54 Pa.B. 148, unless otherwise noted.

§ 1.1. Clarification of nursing qualifications—statement of policy.

 For the purposes of applying statutory and regulatory nursing standards and qualifications in this Commonwealth, the following applies under this title:

   (1)  For a licensed practical nurse, the term includes an individual licensed under the laws of this Commonwealth to practice practical nursing or an individual who holds a privilege to practice as a practical nurse under the Nurse Licensure Compact Act (35 P.S. § §  10291—10295).

   (2)  For a registered nurse, the term includes an individual licensed under the laws of this Commonwealth to practice professional nursing or an individual who holds a privilege to practice as a registered nurse under the Nurse Licensure Compact Act.

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