Nurse Reporter Winter 2007 - Wyoming State Board of Nursing

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Leveling the Roles of a CNA through Expanded Training The Wyoming Board of Nursing along with the Wyoming Nurses Association and other interested nursing groups have been working this past year formulating a plan to expand the role of the Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) to meet the needs of nurses and healthcare in the state. The Board would like to have the proposed “Expanded Role of the CNA” incorporated into their Board Administrative Rules and Regulations which will be promulgated in April 2007. To meet our goal, we are asking your assistance. CNAs are invaluable team members, without a doubt. Expanding their duties and responsibilities through further training and safe delegation of nursing tasks by registered nurses may assist in the provision of quality nursing care in this era of low nursing supply. The Board is proposing two levels of CNA’s. A Level 1 CNA would perform basic nursing skills and personal care activities currently in the Wyoming Rules and Regulations and as required by the Code of Federal Regulations. A Level II CNA would perform additional nursing tasks/skills such as elimination, oxygenation, and nutrition and administration of specified medications consistent with rules and regulations to be developed. All training for Level II CNA would be given in an institution of higher education and the certification and registry would be maintained by the WSBN. What are your reactions to this plan? The WSBN is interested in your ideas. You can have input into the next phase of this project by answering the following questions. Survey to Registered Nurses Concerning your interest in Delegation to a Certified Nurse’s Assistant in an Expanded Role Please answer all questions as thoroughly as possible in order that the WSBN may act to implement ideas that might improve your work satisfaction and improve patient care. 1. In what kind of health care facility do you work? 2. How many years have you worked as a registered nurse? 3. How many patients/residents are you assigned in a typical shift? Is this reasonable? If not, how many are reasonable? 4. Would you be comfortable delegating designated duties/tasks to a CNA prepared for that duty/task? 5. What tasks/duties would you like to be able to delegate to a prepared CNA? 6. Do you view delegation and those responsibilities inherent in delegation as a benefit? 7. Do you view delegation to a CNA in an expanded role as an increasing liability? 8. What non-nursing tasks do you perform that detract from nursing functions? 9. Keeping in mind cost containment, what kind of changes in staffing would you recommend that would lead to improved patient care? We Currently Have Openings for Neuro, Critical Care, Med/Surg and OR Nurses WYOMING MEDICAL CENTER Wyoming’s Regional Medical Center offers greater career opportunities for Nurses who are seeking an environment where they are encouraged to grow within their profession. Currently on the path to Magnet Status and incorporating the Theory of Human Caring WYOMING MEDICAL CENTER believes and adheres to a Shared Governance Model empowering Nurses in autonomous decision making. Wyoming Medical Center provides the perfect opportunity to challenge your career and spread your wings. Through our laddering programs and continuing education assistance you will find support and incentives to become the best you can be. Become a member of our Nursing team today. We currently have openings for NEURO, CRITICAL CARE, MED/SURG AND OR Nurses as well as opportunities in other departments and positions. WYOMING MEDICAL CENTER offers competitive pay and exceptional benefits including relocation and educational assistance. Visit our website for a complete listing of career opportunities and apply online at www.wyomingmedicalcenter.com WYOMING MEDICAL CENTER IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Please send responses to marcia@uwyo.edu or to the WSBN at 1800 W. Pioneer Street, Cheyenne, WY 82001 by April 15. 12 W Y O M I N G N U R S E R E P O R T E R
DISCIPLINARY ACTIONS WYOMING STATE BOARD OF NURSING Kevin Franke, RN 5 year Conditional License Diversion/Impairment 10/10/06 Stephanie Barto Hicks, CNA Letter of Reprimand Misappropriation flu vaccine Misadministration flu vaccine 10/10/06 Kathy Halvorsen, RN Suspension, Stayed 2 years Impairment 11/03/06 Jaime Smith, RN Voluntary Surrender Diversion/Impairment 11/03/06 Barbara Schulz, RN Voluntary Surrender Diversion/Impairment 01/09/07 Kari (Rounkles, Anderson) Egbert, RN Voluntary Surrender Diversion/Impairment 01/09/07 Sara Russell, RN 5 year Conditional License Diversion/Impairment 01/09/07 Mary Boley, CNA Letter of Reprimand Impairment/Endangering patient safety 01/09/07 Cynthia Wittman, CNA Letter of Reprimand Fraudulently obtaining prescription for work release 01/09/07 Mary Ferguson, RN Letter of Reprimand Working without a license 01/09/07 ON-LINE LICENSE VERIFICATION The Wyoming State Board of Nursing implemented on-line license verification in October 2006. This allows facilities to look up on-line any person holding a license or certification with the Wyoming Board of Nursing. Information regarding a licensee may be accessed by either entering the person’s name and licensure type or by entering their license type and license number. Once this is entered the licensee’s name will appear. By clicking on the name, all information regarding the licensee including method of original licensure, original issue date, last renewal date, expiration date and disciplinary history is displayed. The on-line verification system may be accessed at our web site: http://nursing.state.wy.us, click on “Verifications”. The Board also has an automated Voice Verification System. This system may be accessed by dialing 1-877- 626-2681. Information regarding a licensee may be accessed by entering the licensee/certificate holder’s social security number. The Board plans to eliminate this system effective June 30, 2007. All verifications will be accessed effective July 1, 2007 via the on-line verification system. If you have any questions regarding the licensure verification systems, please do not hesitate to contact the Board Office at 307-777-7601. W Y O M I N G N U R S E R E P O R T E R 13
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