Wyoming Administrative Code Agency 054 - Nursing, Board of
Here’s a comprehensive overview of the Wyoming Administrative Code (WAC), Agency 054 – Board of Nursing, which governs nursing licensure, practice standards, education, and disciplinary procedures in Wyoming.
🏛️ Agency 054 – Board of Nursing
Agency 054 is responsible for regulating nursing professionals in Wyoming, ensuring public safety through licensure, education standards, and enforcement of nursing practice laws. The rules are codified under the Wyoming Administrative Code and are updated quarterly.
📚 Sub-Agency 0002 – General
This sub-agency encompasses the core regulations for nursing practice and licensure. Key chapters include:
Chapter 2 – Licensure/Certification Requirements
Licensure by Examination: Outlines the process for new graduates to obtain licensure.
Licensure by Endorsement: Details requirements for nurses licensed in other states to practice in Wyoming.
Temporary Permits: Provides guidelines for issuing temporary permits to new graduates.
Biennial Renewal: Specifies the process and requirements for renewing nursing licenses every two years.
Failure to Renew: Addresses procedures when a license is not renewed on time.
Chapter 3 – Scope and Standards of Nursing Practice and CNA Role
Registered Nurses (RNs): Defines the scope and standards for RNs.
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs): Details the scope and standards for LPNs.
Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs): Establishes the role and responsibilities of CNAs.
Delegation and Assignment: Provides guidelines for delegating nursing tasks and assignments.
Chapter 6 – Standards for Nursing Education Programs
Curriculum Standards: Sets forth the curriculum requirements for nursing education programs.
Program Approval: Outlines the process for the approval of nursing education programs in Wyoming.
Closure of Programs: Details procedures for the closure of nursing education programs and the handling of student records.
Chapter 8 – Procedure for Application, Licensure, and Disciplinary Matters
Application Process: Describes the steps for applying for licensure.
Investigation and Discipline: Details the process for investigating complaints and taking disciplinary actions against licensees.
Summary Suspension: Provides the conditions under which a license may be suspended without a hearing.
Petition for Modification: Outlines the process for licensees to petition for modifications to disciplinary actions.
📈 Organizational Structure
The Wyoming State Board of Nursing operates under the Wyoming Nurse Practice Act and is part of the Department of Administration & Information. The board's mission is to safeguard public health, safety, and welfare by regulating nursing education and practice.
💼 Budget and Staffing
The board's budget is allocated biennially, with priorities including:
Regulatory Education: Providing educational seminars on regulatory issues for nurse educators and employers.
Support for Nursing Programs: Offering support and education to nursing education programs on the latest regulations and best practices.
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