Section 1300.445  Standards of Professional Conduct for APRNs

APRNs shall:

a)         Practice in accordance with the Act and this Part;

b)         Uphold deferral and State regulations regarding controlled substances and alcohol;

c)         Practice advanced practice nursing only when in functional physical and mental health;

d)         Practice within the scope of his/her education, knowledge, experience, training and skill;

e)         Provide directions and assistance to those they supervise;

f)         Report unsafe, unethical or illegal health care practice or conditions to appropriate authorities; and

g)         Assume responsibility for continued professional growth and education to reflect knowledge and understanding of current care practice.

(Source:  Added at 45 Ill. Reg.228, effective January 4, 2021)