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Disciplinary Actions
The Disciplinary Actions for the January 10, 2012 Board Hearing have been posted. You can find them by clicking here
Fingerprinting Fee Increase
Effective July 1, 2010, there will be a $10.00 fee to anyone processing a live fingerprint scan at the Louisiana State Board of Nursing’s office in lieu of going to State Police or other qualified agency. Click here for more information.
Bulletins
Paperless Licensure Beginning with the 2012 Renewal Season
Beginning with the 2012 renewal season which opens on October 1, 2011, the LSBN is going paperless. All renewed licenses for 2012 will be issued electronically only. Temporary paper permits for initial licensure by exam and endorsement will no longer be issued beginning January 1, 2012. Please carefully read the following document for details.
Paperless Licensure Notification
Additionally, the Board will not issue duplicate licenses after January 1st, 2012.
Declaratory Statement on Cosmetic and Aesthetic Dermatological Procedures and Treatments Performed by Registered Nurses
Please be advised that the board has issued a Declaratory Statement on Cosmetic and Aesthetic Dermatological Procedures and Treatments Performed by Registered Nurses. This Declaratory Statement supersedes all previous related opinions.
Declaratory Statement on Cosmetic Aesthetic Procedures by RNs and APRNs
Administration of Anesthetic Agents
Please be advised that the revised version of §3705- Administration of Anesthetic Agents has been added to Chapter 37. The final rule has also been published in the State Register’s Publication. To view and/or print their internet version, go to http://www.doa.louisiana.gov/osr/reg/regs2011.htm
Advisory Statement Regarding Practicing While Taking Prescribed Narcotic Medication
After several months of preparation, research, and revision, the Board adopted the Advisory Statement for Practicing while taking Prescribed Narcotics. This advisory statement attempts to address this emerging and complex issue within the context of patient safety.