Section 08.68.800. Exceptions to application of chapter.

   (a) This chapter does not apply to
        (1) a qualified nurse licensed in another state employed by the United States government or a bureau, or agency, or division of the United States government while in the discharge of official duties;
        (2) nursing service given temporarily in the event of a public emergency, epidemic, or disaster;
        (3) the practice of nursing by a student enrolled in a nursing education program accredited by the board when the practice is in connection with the student's course of study;
        (4) the practice of nursing by an individual enrolled in an approved program or course of study approved by the board to satisfy the requirements of AS 08.68.251;
        (5) the practice of nursing by a nurse licensed in another state who engages in nursing education or nursing consultation activities, if these activities and contact with clients do not exceed 20 working days within a licensing period; or
        (6) the practice of nursing by a nurse licensed in another state whose employment responsibilities include transporting patients into, out of, or through this state; however, this exception is valid for a period not to exceed 48 hours for each transport.
   (b) In this section, the word "nurses" includes registered and practical nurses, and "nursing" means registered and practical nursing.

Authorities

8.68.400; 8.68.700

Notes

Implemented As

12 AAC 44.090

References

12 AAC 44.090
AS 8.68.400 .68.400">Sec. 08.68.400.
AS 8.68.700 .700">Sec. 08.68.700. Determination of death by registered nurse.

History

(art IX ch 90 SLA 1957; am Sec. 10 ch 129 SLA 1974; am Sec. 24 ch 14 SLA 1982; am Sec. 14 ch 55 SLA 1987)