Registered Nurse

  • Documentation Principles

    In Newfoundland and Labrador, the Newfoundland and Labrador College of Nurses is the regulatory body for nurses with a mandate to protect the public through regulation of the profession in accordance with nursing legislation. This document applies to all nurses…

  • Commitment To Professionalism

    Professionalism is demonstrated in practice when nurses adhere to the expectations of practice and the ethical principles of the profession. I adhere to the Professional Standards of the profession The Professional Standards are authoritative statements that define the legal and…

  • Advertising Nursing Services

    Nurses who are self-employed, advertise nursing services to promote their business, and inform consumers of available options. Advertising includes any message controlled directly or indirectly by the self-employed nurse that is communicated in any medium (i.e., business cards, publications, broadcasts,…

  • Advanced Footcare

    This document outlines practice expectations for registered nurses (RNs), licensed practical nurses (LPNs), and nurse practitioners (NPs) whose practice includes advanced footcare. In this document, the term nurse applies to NPs, RNs, and LPNs. Nurses provide advanced footcare in a…

  • Nurse Practitioner Exam

    To become licensed as an NP in Newfoundland and Labrador you must complete a licensure examination before being licensed to practice. The NP examinations approved by the Board are: Note: If you are currently licensed as an NP elsewhere in…

  • Exams

    These are the Board approved licensure exams: Licensed Practical Nurse Canadian Practical Nurse Registration Exam (CPNRE) is the exam for the licensing of licensed practice nurses. The exam is administered by Meazure Learning. Registered Nurse NCLEX-RN© is the exam for…

  • Administration and Distribution of Cannabis for Medical Purposes

    This document outlines the legislative and regulatory requirements for registered nurses (RNs), licensed practical nurses (LPNs), registered psychiatric nurses (RPNs), and nurse practitioners (NPs) who are contemplating participating in the administration and distribution of cannabis for medical purposes. This direction…

  • Events

  • Practice Consultation

    Practice consultations are available to provide guidance on regulatory matters related to nursing practice. Through these consultations, the College helps individuals and organizations understand: Consultation may be requested by nurses, employers, or other stakeholders. They are typically provided through one-on-one…

  • CCP for RNs, RPNs, and NPs

    The Continuing Competency Program (CCP) for Registered Nurses (RNs), Registered Psychiatric Nurses (RPNs), and Nurse Practitioners (NPs) is a mandatory annual program. It supports nurses in maintaining and improving their knowledge, skills, and judgment throughout their careers. As part of…