Section 22-B3918. PSYCHIATRIC NURSING SERVICES

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3918.1If psychiatric nursing services are provided, they shall be provided in accordance with the patient's plan of care.

3918.2Psychiatric nursing services shall be provided by a registered nurse with:

(a)A master's degree in psychiatric or mental health nursing;

(b)A Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) and 1 year of related work experience in an active treatment program for adult or geriatric patients in a psychiatric health care setting;

(c)A diploma or associate degree in nursing and 2 years of related work experience in an active treatment program for adult or geriatric patients in a psychiatric health care setting; or

(d)American Nurses' Association certification in psychiatric or community health nursing.

source

Final Rulemaking published at 51 DCR 2876 (March 19, 2004).

                    
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