D.C. Mun. Regs. tit. 17, r. 17-5516
A practical nurse shall adhere to the standards set forth in the "Code of Ethics for Nurses" as published by the American Nurses Association, as they may be amended or republished from time to time.
A practical nurse shall respect the client's right to privacy by protecting confidential information unless obligated or allowed by law to disclose the information.
A practical nurse shall not accept or perform professional responsibilities that the nurse is not competent to perform.
A practical nurse shall not, after accepting an assignment or responsibility for a client's care, and without giving adequate notice to the supervisor so that arrangements can be made for continuation of nursing care by others:
A practical nurse shall know, recognize, and maintain professional boundaries of the nurse-client relationship.
A practical nurse shall provide nursing services, without discrimination, regardless of the age, disability, economic status, gender, national origin, race, religion, or health problems of the client served.
D.C. Mun. Regs. tit. 17, r. 17-5516