Current through Register Vol. XLI, No. 24, June 14, 2024
Section 19-3-13 - Impaired Nurse Treatment Program13.1. The board may permit a licensee or applicant for licensure who has been found guilty of prohibited conduct, to participate in a structured treatment program and meet other terms and conditions for continued licensure, in lieu of disciplinary action. 13.1.a. The board may appoint a designee to monitor participation in an approved treatment program;13.1.b. The board may excuse an applicant or licensee that remains in compliance with the terms of an approved treatment program, to the satisfaction of the board's designee, from appearing before the board or hearing examiner to respond further to charges of misconduct;13.1.c. An applicant or licensee that fails to comply with the terms of an approved treatment program, to the satisfaction of the board's designee, may be subject to further disciplinary action to the fullest extent of the board's authority;13.2. The board may establish or approve impaired nurse treatment programs.