W. Va. Code R. § 19-16-10

Current through Register Vol. XLI, No. 25, June 21, 2024

Section 19-16-10 - Registration Denial, Professional Conduct, and Discipline

10.1. The Board shall deny an application for an interstate telehealth registration, or a registration renewal, to any applicant who is ineligible based upon the criteria set forth in W. Va. Code § 30-7-1et seq. or section 4 of this rule.

10.2. In circumstances where a registration is not declined or invalidate due to ineligibility, the Board may discipline a registered nurse and advanced practice registered nurse registered by the Board who, after a hearing, has been adjudicated by the Board as unqualified due to any of the following reasons

10.2.1. Engaging in professional misconduct as outlined in WV Code 30-7-1et. seq., 19 CSR 03 or section 04 of this rule may subject a registered nurse or advanced practice registered nurse to disciplinary action and or fines by the West Virginia Board of Examiners for Registered Professional Nurses.

10.2.2. Failure to immediately notify the Board of any restrictions placed on the registrant's professional license in any state or jurisdiction.

10.3. If the Board determines that an eligible registrant is otherwise unqualified, the Board may enter an order imposing any limitation, restriction or other disciplinary measure set forth in W. Va. Code § 30-3-14(j) and/or 19 CSR 03.

10.4. In addition to the complaint, investigation and disciplinary processes available in this state, the Board may elect to report or refer any complaint or allegation of professional misconduct by a registrant to the registrant's professional licensing boards.

W. Va. Code R. § 19-16-10