Florida Laws

Course overview

Upon completion of this course, the healthcare providers should be able to: Describe the legislative purpose for the Nurse Practice Act.¿ Discuss ownership of patient records. Verbalize 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. ¿ Differentiate between ethical and legal practice. ¿ Discuss the process for discipline related to nursing practice. Describe the Intervention Program for Nurses (IPN)¿ Discuss the general requirements for continuing licensure in the State. Create a professional plan for career maintenance anddevelopment within the limits of the law.