The purpose of this article is to protect, promote, and preserve the public health, safety, and welfare through regulation and control of practical nursing education and practice. This article ensures that any person practicing or offering to practice practical nursing or using the title “Licensed Practical Nurse,” as defined in this article, within the State of Georgia, shall be licensed as provided in this article.
History. Code 1981, § 43-26-31 , enacted by Ga. L. 1992, p. 2151, § 1.
Administrative rules and regulations.
Licensed Practical Nursing Education Programs, Official Compilation of the Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia, Rules of Georgia Board of Nursing, Chapter 410-9.
Structure Georgia Code
Title 43 - Professions and Businesses
Article 2 - Licensed Practical Nurses
§ 43-26-31. Purpose of Article
§ 43-26-33. Use of Titles and Abbreviations by Licensed Practical Nurses
§ 43-26-36. Application for Licensure; Examination
§ 43-26-36.1. Fingerprint Record and Criminal Background Checks for Applicants for Licensure; Fees
§ 43-26-38. License by Endorsement; Temporary Permit
§ 43-26-40. Refusal to Grant License; Revocation of License; Disciplining of Licensees
§ 43-26-41. Exceptions to Licensure Requirements; Burden of Proof