Board Members
How many Board members are required?
13 for both states
Can APRNs practice alone?
Florida can practice alone but Georgia has to practice under a Physician.
What is an LPN?
Licensed practical Nurse
What is a RN?
A registered nurse
Governor and confirmed by Senate.
What type of education is needed for APRNs?
masters or higher
what can an LPN do?
assess, plan, implement, evaluate, and direct care
What can an RN do?
admit, assess, plan, diagnose, implement, manage and collaborate care, and teaching.
Who oversees APRNs in Florida?
yes and they need to apply for a DEA number for prescribe controlled substances.
what can't an LPN do?
IV therapy and teaching
Who is the supervisor/manager on duty?
RN
Who oversees APRNs in Georgia?
No one oversees APRNs.
Who regulates APRNs?
Board of Nursing and Board of Medicine.
How many continuing education hours is needed?
20 hours
How many RNs needed in total on the board for FL and GA?
Fl 7 and Ga 6
Physician in GA and written agreement.
Can LPNs admit patients?
no an RN must do this part all other tasks can be completed by LPN other than discharge.