N.M. Admin. Code § 16.12.12.14

Current through Register Vol. 35, No. 24, December 23, 2024

Section 16.12.12.14 - SERIOUS LETTERS OF CONCERN

A. Purpose: As an alternative to disciplinary action, the board may issue non-disciplinary serious letters of concern to licensees, certificate holders, applicants, and those accused of unlicensed practice.

B. Content: A serious letter of concern shall state expressly that it does not constitute disciplinary or corrective action, a letter of reprimand, or a determination of guilt of any kind. For the benefit of the recipient, a serious letter of concern shall identify and explain the applicable provision of the Nursing Practice Act or Board rules identified as the allegation in the complaint.

C. Function: A serious letter of concern operates as a dismissal of the complaint.

N.M. Admin. Code § 16.12.12.14

Adopted by New Mexico Register, Volume XXXII, Issue 22, November 30, 2021, eff. 12/30/2021