Maryland Code, Health Occupations § 8-514

(i) 1. Is licensed by the Board to practice registered nursing; or

2. Has a multistate licensure privilege to practice registered nursing under the Nurse Licensure Compact; and

1. Provide direct care to patients with complex needs;

2. Act as a consultant to another health care provider as needed;

3. Conduct health-related research; and

4. Provide education and guidance for staff nurses.

1. Ordering, performing, and interpreting laboratory tests;

2. Ordering diagnostic tests and using the findings or results in the care of patients;

3. Prescribing drugs and durable medical equipment under regulations adopted by the Board;

4. Ordering home health and hospice care; and

5. Initiating, monitoring, and altering appropriate therapies or treatments.