North Dakota Administrative Code Title 54 - Board of Nursing
Here’s an overview of North Dakota Administrative Code – Title 54: Board of Nursing:
📘 Structure of Title 54
Title 54 governs all regulations issued by the ND Board of Nursing. It consists of multiple articles addressing licensure, practice standards, education programs, and oversight mechanisms
Articles include:
Article 54‑01: General Administration
Covers definitions, board organization, and rule-making procedures (Chaps. 54‑01‑01 to 54‑01‑03)
Article 54‑02: Nurse Licensure
Details licensure via examination, endorsement, renewal, re‑examination, criminal background checks, etc. (Chaps. 54‑02‑01 on)
Article 54‑03.2: Standards for Nursing Education Programs
Establishes requirements for educational program approval and accreditation
Article 54‑04.1 & 54‑04.2: Nursing Education Loans/Scholarships
54‑04.1 (Loans) has been repealed. In 2025, Article 54‑04.2 will introduce a Nursing Education Scholarship Program replacing the loan system via Senate Bill 2114 (public hearing held Jan 23, 2025)
Article 54‑05: Standards of Practice
Sets forth professional standards for RNs (54‑05‑02), LPNs (54‑05‑01), and APRNs (54‑05‑03.1)
Other articles cover nurse aides, unlicensed assistive personnel, alternative-to‑discipline programs, workplace impairment programs, and more—some of which are repealed
Key Provisions Highlight
Definitions & Scope (Art 01):
– “Competence” and over 80 defined nursing terms. Updated through April 2024 .
RN Standards (Art 05‑02):
– Covers assessment, planning, intervention, delegation, and advocacy (e.g., Sections 54‑05‑02‑05 onwards)
APRN Rules (Art 05‑03.1):
– Scope, certification, prescriptive authority, renewals, and supervision. Includes roles such as NPs, CRNAs, CNSs, and midwives
Loan-to-Scholarship Transition:
– As of Jan 23, 2025, the ND Board held a public hearing for the new Scholarship Program (Article 54‑04.2) replacing the loan system under Senate Bill 2114
🔍 Where to Read the Text
Cornell Law hosts full compiled regs for Title 54
Individual chapters are available via ND Legislature PDF notices (e.g., APRN standards)
NDBON’s website provides rule notices, scope‑of‑practice guidance, and public hearing announcements
🛠️ How This Affects You
If you're a nurse or student, Title 54 outlines licensure pathways, professional standards, and requirements for education and advanced practice.
Educational institutions must maintain board-approved programs under Article 54‑03.2.
The upcoming Scholarship program (54‑04.2) offers new funding avenues—worth watching post‑February 2025 for rule adoption.
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