D.C. Mun. Regs. tit. 22, r. 22-B3918

Current through Register Vol. 71, No. 49, December 6, 2024

Rule 22-B3918 - PSYCHIATRIC NURSING SERVICES

3918.1

If psychiatric nursing services are provided, they shall be provided in accordance with the patient's plan of care.

3918.2

Psychiatric nursing services shall be provided by a registered nurse with:

(a) A master's degree in psychiatric or mental health nursing;

(b) A Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) and 1 year of related work experience in an active treatment program for adult or geriatric patients in a psychiatric health care setting;

(c) A diploma or associate degree in nursing and 2 years of related work experience in an active treatment program for adult or geriatric patients in a psychiatric health care setting; or

(d) American Nurses' Association certification in psychiatric or community health nursing.

D.C. Mun. Regs. tit. 22, r. 22-B3918

Final Rulemaking published at 51 DCR 2876 (March 19, 2004)