LAC 48:I.8805. Licensed Facility and Agency Requirements

A. In accordance with federal, state and local laws, rules and regulations, agencies and facilities licensed by the department shall comply with state nurse licensure laws to ensure the health and safety of the public. B. The governing body of the health care facility or agency licensed by the department shall be responsible for registering with the NCSBN’s Nursys e-Notify system (or other system as designated by the state board of nursing). C. Facilities and agencies licensed by the department as health care providers shall report data to the applicable state nurse licensing board on the number and geographic representation of RNs and LPNs/LVNs employed by the licensed health care facility or agency practicing pursuant to a multi-state license, as determined by the respective licensing board. D. The report shall be completed prior to an RN or LPN/LVN furnishing any nursing services in this state. Failure of an employer to submit this data to the board shall not be a basis for disciplinary action against or restriction of the multi-state license of any RN or LPN/LVN. E. The governing body of the licensed health care facility or agency shall be responsible for the development, implementation and enforcement of policies and procedures related to §8805.A-D, as applicable to the facility or agency.