Tennessee Code Title 63. Professions of the Healing Arts § 63-1-162

(1) “Board” means the board of medical examiners created pursuant to chapter 6 of this title;

(2) “Continuing education” means the healthcare professional's licensing board required continued postgraduate education intended to provide healthcare professionals with knowledge of new developments or reinforcement of previously learned information in the healthcare professional's field;

(3) “Department” means the department of health;  and

(4) “Healthcare professional” means a person licensed to practice a healing art in this state pursuant to this title.

(1) Identifying and reporting individuals who may need emergent or non-emergent treatment related to their mental health;

(2) The emergency and non-emergency involuntary admission process, including the duty or authority established under title 33 to involuntarily detain, evaluate, or admit an individual to an inpatient treatment facility;

(3) Safety in healthcare settings, including how to protect staff and patients from threats, including threats of mass violence and an active shooter;  and

(4) Maintaining HIPAA compliance while completing any necessary communication, writing, or reporting during the emergency and non-emergency involuntary admission process.