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NR581NP Scope of Practice Worksheet Name: Carefully read the assignment guidelines and rubric and complete each section of the worksheet below using complete sentences. Intended State of Practice Identify the state in which you intend to practice.Identify the source used to obtain information about the NP scope of practice in that state. Appropriate sources include state boards of nursing or regulatory bodies. Educational and Certification Requirements Describe the state’s educational requirements for NP licensure. Describe the state’s certification requirements for NP licensure. Practice Environment Identify the state practice environment (full, reduced, or restricted NP practice). If the state has reduced or restricted NP practice, specify what supervision or collaborative practice agreements are required. (Students who intend to practice in California should also include the use of written standard procedures that guide NP practice in the state and physician supervision ratios). Prescribing Regulations Discuss NP prescriptive authority in the intended state of practice.Explain regulations related to prescribing controlled substances. Continuing Education Describe the continuing education requirements for ongoing NP practice.
