2 Credits, $15.00

Course Objectives:

• Describe the Legislative purpose for the Nurse Practice act.

• Describe specific laws and rules related to the practice of nursing and nursing assisting.

• Identify the pertinent levels of nursing practice in the State and the general scope of practice of each.

• Discuss the general requirements for continuing licensure in the State.

• Differentiate between ethical and legal practice.

• Discuss the process for discipline related nursing practice.

• Create a professional plan for career maintenance and development within the limits of the law.