Practice Resources
The College regularly develops and publishes practice resources that provide regulatory guidance on specific topics. These documents clarify expectations, outline requirements, and help ensure that nursing practice aligns with established standards. They are intended to promote consistent, safe, and accountable care across the profession.
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Entry-Level Competencies for Licensed Practical Nurses
Foreward The Canadian Council for Practical Nurse Regulators (CCPNR) is a federation of provincial and territorial members who are identified…
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Entry-Level Competencies for the Practice of Registered Nurses
Background In 2017 the Canadian Council of Registered Nurse Regulators (CCRNR) initiated the revisions of the Entry-Level Competencies of Registered…
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Expansion Of Post Basic Competencies For LPNs
The Newfoundland and Labrador College of Nurses is responsible to set the scope of practice for Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs).…
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FAQ – Code of Professional Conduct
What is the Code of Professional Conduct? The Code of Professional Conduct (Code) is a professional standard which describes the…
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FAQ – Immunizations
Can nurses provide vaccines (e.g., Flu, Covid) in a Pharmacy setting? Yes, but nurses must reflect on a number of…
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FAQ – Registered Psychiatric Nurse
What is a Registered Psychiatric Nurse (RPN)? An RPN is an autonomous professional who works collaboratively with clients and other…
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FAQ – RN Prescribing
How does an RN gain authority to prescribe? RNs must obtain required regulatory approved education, have employer sponsorship, and be…
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Insulin Dosage Adjustment
This document describes information related to the Scope of Practice and expectations for Registered Nurses (RNs) in Newfoundland and Labrador…
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Medical Assistance in Dying (MAiD)
On February 22, 2024, the Newfoundland and Labrador College of Nurses’ Board approved an edit to the current College MAID…
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Medication Management
This document provides direction for nurses in relation to the professional expectations for safe, competent, compassionate, and ethical medication management…
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Nurse Practitioner Authority to Prescribe Buprenorphine
On October 20, 2017 Buprenorphine-Naloxone (Suboxone) and Methadone were designated by CRNNL Council as drugs Nurse Practitioners (NPs), who meet…
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Nurse Practitioner Authority to Prescribe Methadone for Analgesia
On October 20, 2017, Methadone was designated by CRNNL Council as a drug Nurse Practitioners (NPs), who meet specified education…
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Nurse Practitioner Entry- Level Competencies
Introduction The Entry-Level Competencies (ELCs) for Nurse Practitioners reflect the foundational knowledge, skills, and judgement required of Nurse Practitioners to…
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Nurse Practitioner Standards of Practice
Newfoundland and Labrador College of Nurses is the regulatory body for all nurses in the province. The mandate of the…
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Nurse Practitioners Authorizing Cannabis for Medical Purposes
On February 21, 2019, ARNNL Council approved that NPs in Newfoundland and Labrador (NL) who have the individual competence (necessary…