Section 21.831. Penalties for violations

Certification as a CNS may be suspended, revoked or otherwise restricted, and the Board may order remedial measures when, after notice and opportunity to be heard, the Board finds that:

(1) The CNS has engaged in medical diagnosis or the prescription of medical therapeutic or corrective measures prohibited under section 8.6(a) of the act (63 P. S. § 218.6(a)).

(2) The CNS has performed a service beyond the scope of practice of professional nursing as defined in section 2(1) of the act (63 P. S. § 212(1)).

(3) The CNS has violated the act or this subchapter, or engaged in any conduct prohibited for professional nurses.

Notation

Cross References

This section cited in 49 Pa.B. § 21.828 (relating to CNS responsibilities).