Practice Consultation Trends

RNs and NPs are asking what is required to practice outside of a hospital.

Did you know? All RNs and NPs practicing in a non‑clinical role or in an emerging area of nursing practice, functioning as an independent contractor or within the private sector, or affiliated with or operating an autonomous practice are required to complete the Assessment of Nursing Practice Application. This assessment is required to use practice hours toward annual renewal of registration, ensure correct use of title (e.g. RN or NP) and to be eligible for individual professional liability protection through the CNPS.

Recognition of Nursing Practice and Self-Employed Toolkit

RNs asked if they can communicate test results.

Did you know? There is no legislative barrier preventing RNs from communicating test results to clients in New Brunswick. Communicating test results may fall within the RN’s scope of practice depending on the type of test, context and results, employer policy, practice environment, client needs, and individual RN competence. When involved in communicating test results, the RN must follow employer policy, processes, or clinical support tools.

Practice Guideline: Scope of Practice

FAQ: Nurses Communicating Test Results

NPs aksed about their responsiblity to clients when taking a leave of absence, leaving their position or retiring.

Did you know? NPs must give reasonable notice that they are leaving or resigning from their current position. The employer may have a policy to consider in this regard. NPs remain accountable to work with the employer to facilitate continuity and transfer of client care. This could include notifying clients, ensuring records are up to date, prioritizing high-risk clients for appointments and ensuring clinic is aware of pending diagnostic investigations.

Standards of Practice for Nurse Practitioners

Guideline for Nurse Practitioner Practice

Practice Guideline: Resolving Professional Practice Issues

NPs asked about prescribing controlled drugs in other jurisdictions.

Did you know? In cross-jurisdictional telenursing practice, the NP must be aware of the registration requirements and the scope and standards of practice that apply, as these may differ from one jurisdiction to the other. The nursing regulator in the NP’s jurisdiction may deem that the NP is practicing in the province or territory in which they are physically located, regardless of the location of the client. The nursing regulator in the client’s jurisdiction may deem the nursing care to be taking place in that jurisdiction, rather then where the NP is located.

Telenursing Practice Toolkit