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Purpose: To provide students with the opportunity to understand the role Florida’s state Board of Nursing (BON) and explore how it protects the welfare and safety of citizens and regulates the practice of nursing. For this week’s discussion, read chapters 70, 72, and 74, then provide simple and short answers to the following questions: What is the structure and authority of the BON? What is the code of conduct as described in the Nurse Practice Act? How is professional misconduct defined? What are the sanctions for misconduct? How do nurses remain in good standing? Name three (3) other nursing organizations (include at least one APRN organization). Reminder: 1) 250 words post. 2) All questions must be answered to receive full grade. Do not forget your references.

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The Florida Board of Nursing (BON) is a regulatory authority tasked with overseeing nursing practice within the state, ensuring public safety and maintaining professional standards. Its structure comprises a governing body appointed by the governor, including registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, and public members, all of whom serve to regulate and enforce statutes related to nursing. The BON’s authority stems from the Florida Nurse Practice Act, which grants it the power to license nurses, develop rules, and discipline those who violate professional standards.

The Nurse Practice Act delineates a clear code of conduct for licensed nurses, emphasizing patient safety, competence, ethical behavior, and adherence to established standards. This includes maintaining confidentiality, avoiding negligence, and providing safe, quality care. Professional misconduct is broadly defined within the Act as any action that violates these standards, such as practicing without a license, fraudulently obtaining licensure, or negligent care that harms patients. Such misconduct can lead to sanctions including license suspension, revocation, fines, probation, or additional educational requirements.

To remain in good standing, nurses must adhere to licensing renewal requirements, complete continuing education credits, avoid disciplinary actions, and uphold ethical standards. Staying current with state laws and professional guidelines ensures ongoing licensure and good professional standing. Besides the Florida BON, several other nursing organizations support nurses' professional development. Three notable organizations include the American Nurses Association (ANA), which offers advocacy and resources; the National League for Nursing (NLN), focusing on nursing education; and the American Association of Nurse Practitioners (AANP), a leading organization for advanced practice registered nurses (APRNs).

References

  • Florida Board of Nursing. (2021). Nurse Practice Act. Florida Department of Health. https://www.floridasnursing.gov/laws/rule/
  • American Nurses Association. (2020). Code of Ethics for Nurses with Interpretive Statements. ANA Publishing.
  • National Council of State Boards of Nursing. (2022). Model Nursing Practice Act and Rules. NCSBN. https://www.ncsbn.org
  • Halter, M. J., & Rosdahl, C. (2018). Textbook of Basic Nursing. Wolters Kluwer.
  • Kelly, L. A., & Freischlag, J. (2019). Nursing Law and Ethics. Elsevier.
  • American Association of Nurse Practitioners. (2022). About AANP. https://www.aanp.org/about
  • National League for Nursing. (2020). NLN Vision and Mission. https://www.nln.org
  • Bonis, M. (2019). Legal and Ethical Issues in Nursing. Pearson Education.
  • Gerardi, D., & O'Connell, K. (2018). Nursing Regulation and Certification. Springer Publishing.
  • Reinarz, J., & Johnson, P. (2021). Nursing Ethics and Legal Issues. Springer.

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