Alabama Administrative Code
Title 610 - ALABAMA BOARD OF NURSING
Chapter 610-X-17 - CERTIFIED NURSING SUPPORT TECHNICIAN
Section 610-X-17-.13 - Standards and Scope of Practice
Current through Register Vol. 43, No. 02, November 27, 2024
1. The Board may adopt standards of certified nursing support technician practice and continuing competency.
2. An NST-C approved by the Board may perform Board approved supportive nursing service skills and duties without delegation, as indicated in the NST-C skills list approved by the Board.
3. An NST-C may work in any healthcare setting that is not otherwise prohibited by law. NST-C practice may occur only when all of the following conditions are met:
4. Advanced NST-C skills may be performed by an NST-C with advanced certifications recognized by the Board and after a standardized procedure has been submitted and approved by the Board.
5. In the event that the NST-C observes a change in the patient's condition or has difficulty performing the supportive nursing skills, the NST-C shall notify the supervising licensed nurse immediately.
Author: Alabama Board of Nursing
Statutory Authority: 34-21-2, Alabama Act No. 2024-249