28 Pa. Code § 51.1a

Current through Register Vol. 54, No. 45, November 9, 2024

Section 51.1a - 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:

(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.

28 Pa. Code § 51.1a

Adopted by Pennsylvania Bulletin, Vol 54, No. 02. January 13, 2024, effective 1/13/2024