RNNP Legislation
The following is an excerpt from The Registered Nurses Act, 1988 which relates to the RN(NP).
Practice
24(3) Subject to any conditions or restrictions on the nurse's licence, a registered nurse who meets the
requirements set out in the bylaws may, in accordance with the bylaws:
- order, perform, receive and interpret reports of screening and diagnostic tests that are designated in the bylaws;
- prescribe and dispense drugs in accordance with the bylaws;
- perform minor surgical and invasive procedures that are designated in the bylaws;
- diagnose and treat common medical disorders.
Find a copy of the corresponding bylaws related to RN(NP).
Last Updated: May 4, 2008