South Dakota Administrative Rules
Title 20 - PUBLIC SAFETY
Article 20:48 - NURSES
Chapter 20:48:04 - The practice of nursing
Section 20:48:04:02.03 - Authorization to perform kidney dialysis functions
Current through Register Vol. 50, page 114, March 25, 2024
A licensed practical nurse may perform kidney dialysis functions if the licensed practical nurse has completed a course on kidney dialysis that includes the following content:
(1) Anatomy and physiology;
(2) Assessment;
(3) Problem identification;
(4) Goals of care;
(5) Purposes and procedures;
(6) Complications;
(7) Evaluation and documentation.
The course must be taught by a licensed registered nurse with a minimum of two years kidney dialysis experience. Evaluation procedures for the course must include a final written examination and a demonstration of clinical skills. Supervised clinical practice and verification of clinical competence by a licensed registered nurse must follow the course content.
General Authority: SDCL 36-9-4.1, 36-9-21.
Law Implemented: SDCL 36-9-4.1, 36-9-21.