Oklahoma Administrative Code (Last Updated: March 11, 2021) |
TITLE 485. Oklahoma Board of Nursing |
Chapter 10. Licensure of Practical and Registered Nurses |
Subchapter 19. Peer Assistance Program |
SECTION 485:10-19-1. Purpose
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- The rules of this Subchapter have been adopted for the purpose of complying with the provisions of the Oklahoma Nursing Practice Act. [59 O.S. 567.17] This program, known as the Peer Assistance Program, shall assist in the rehabilitation of nurses who have abused alcohol or drugs. This approach allows the Board to retain control of nursing practice for the protection of the public and provides an alternative to the disciplinary process.