Occupational health nurses, like other Registered nurses, often must decide whether to delegate. They must be familiar with the laws and standards governing delegation of nursing tasks. Many different resources exist for obtaining this information (e.g., jurisdictional nurse practice acts, position papers from boards of nursing, and publications from professional and regulatory organizations). Registered nurses who delegate must know which tasks may be delegated, how to determine the competence of delegates, and the level of supervision necessary.
References
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American Association of Occupational Health Nurses. (2004). The licensed practical nurse (LPN) in occupational health. Retrieved from www.aaohn.org
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Wisconsin Administrative Code. (2006). Standards of practice for registered nurses and licensed practical nurses. Retrieved from www.drl.state.wi.us
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Wisconsin State Board of Nursing. (2004). Delegation. Retrieved from www.drl.state.wi.us
