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Maryland Code, Health Occupations § 8-311

Current as of January 01, 2025 | Updated by Findlaw Staff

(a) Subject to the provisions of this section, a license to practice licensed practical nursing authorizes the licensed practical nurse to practice licensed practical nursing while the license is effective.

(b)(1) The licensed practical nurse is a recognized member of the health professional team and performs an integral part of nursing.

(2) Except as provided in the rules and regulations of the Board adopted under § 8-205 of this title, a licensed practical nurse may practice licensed practical nursing only in a team relationship with at least one licensed health professional who is not a licensed practical nurse.

(c) A licensed practical nurse may administer treatment or medication only if the treatment or medication is prescribed by an individual who is authorized by law to prescribe medication or treatment.

(d) A licensed practical nurse may teach or supervise commensurate with the education and demonstrated competencies of the licensed practical nurse.

(e) A licensed practical nurse may practice practical nursing using only the name in which the license has been issued.

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