58-31b-201. Board.
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There is created the Board of Nursing that consists of the following 11 members:
Terms Used In Utah Code 58-31b-201
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nine nurses in a manner as may be further defined in division rule; and |
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two members of the public. |
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The board shall be appointed and serve in accordance with Section 58-1-201. |
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The board shall carry out the duties and responsibilities in Sections 58-1-202 and 58-1-203 and shall:
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recommend to the division minimum standards for educational programs qualifying a person for licensure or certification under this chapter; |
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recommend to the division denial, approval, or withdrawal of approval regarding educational programs that meet or fail to meet the established minimum standards; and |
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designate one of its members on a permanent or rotating basis to:
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assist the division in reviewing complaints concerning the unlawful or unprofessional conduct of a licensee; and |
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advise the division in its investigation of these complaints. |
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A board member who has, under Subsection (3)(a)(iii), reviewed a complaint or advised in its investigation may be disqualified from participating with the board when the board serves as a presiding officer in an adjudicative proceeding concerning the complaint. |
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Amended by Chapter 318, 2018 General Session