Md. Code Regs. 10.27.03.07

Current through Register Vol. 51, No. 7, April 5, 2024

Section 10.27.03.07 - Nursing Program Administrator

A. Qualifications.

(1) Qualifications of the nursing program administrator include:

(a) Current licensure as a registered nurse in Maryland or possession of a multistate licensure privilege to practice registered nursing;

(b) A graduate degree in nursing; and

(c) Academic preparation or experience in administration.

(2) A doctorate in nursing or a related field is recommended for the nursing program administrator.

B. Responsibilities. The nursing program administrator, with the participation of the faculty, is responsible for:

(1) Recommendations for faculty appointment and review;

(2) The educational program or programs;

(3) Preparing and administering the budget;

(4) Formulating and implementing policies pertinent to the program, which include but are not limited to:

(a) Admission and progression;

(b) Advanced standing;

(c) Transfer and articulation;

(d) Withdrawal;

(e) Reinstatement;

(f) Evaluation;

(g) Graduation requirements; and

(h) Competency in oral and written communication of the English language;

(5) Determining the student/teacher ratio based on the objectives of the course, method of instruction used, and the requirements of the faculty;

(6) Determining the number of faculty, including clinical faculty, needed based on the:

(a) Number and academic level of enrolled students;

(b) Curriculum;

(c) Activities and responsibilities required of the faculty; and

(d) Number and geographic locations of the clinical facilities;

(7) Developing, maintaining, complying with, and periodically reviewing written agreements with cooperating agencies;

(8) Implementing a faculty orientation and development program;

(9) Implementing the entire program in accordance with Board regulations;

(10) Assuring that all publications pertaining to the nursing program are clear, accurate, and current;

(11) Developing and implementing a written plan that provides that all students participating in clinical practice settings are physically and mentally competent at all times to provide safe client care; and

(12) Developing appropriate clinical learning experiences that reflect an understanding of the program's philosophy, objectives, outcomes or competencies, and curriculum.

Md. Code Regs. 10.27.03.07

Regulations .07 adopted effective September 30, 1991 (18:19 Md. R. 2100)
Regulation .07 amended effective August 1, 1994 (21:15 Md. R. 1305)
Regulations .07 amended as an emergency provision effective April 11, 1994 (21:9 Md. R. 745)
Regulations .07 adopted effective August 10, 1998 (25:16 Md. R. 1274); amended effective 45:13 Md. R. 667, eff. 7/2/2018