§90-171.43A. Mandatory employer verification of licensure status  


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  • (a)        Before hiring a registered nurse or a licensed practical nurse in North Carolina, a health care facility shall verify that the applicant has a current, valid license to practice nursing pursuant to G.S. 90-171.43.

    (b)        For purposes of this section, "health care facility" means:

    (1)        Facilities described in G.S. 131E-256(b).

    (2)        Public health departments, physicians' offices, ambulatory care facilities, and rural health clinics.

(2003-146, s. 6.)