38-1621 Intravenous therapy; performance of activities authorized; limitations; assessment required. - Nebraska Statutes

38-1621. Intravenous therapy; performance of activities authorized; limitations; assessment required.(1) Administration of intravenous therapy shall be a responsibility of the registered nurse as ordered by a licensed practitioner.(2) A licensed practical nurse-certified may, under the direction of a licensed practitioner or registered nurse, perform the activities identified in section 38-1613 after the licensed practitioner or registered nurse has performed a physical assessment of the patient.(3) A licensed practical nurse-certified shall perform appropriate activities associated with central venous lines only under direct supervision. Activities associated with central venous lines that are appropriate for the licensed practical nurse-certified to perform shall be defined in rules and regulations. A licensed practitioner or registered nurse shall provide direct supervision whenever a licensed practical nurse-certified is performing activities associated with central venous lines.(4) A licensed practitioner or registered nurse need not be on the premises in order for the licensed practical nurse-certified to perform directed activities except for (a) initial venipuncture for purposes of peripheral intravenous therapy and (b) central-line activities.(5) A licensed practitioner or registered nurse shall be present at least once during each twenty-four-hour interval and more frequently when a significant change in therapy or client condition has occurred to assess the client when the licensed practical nurse-certified is performing the activities identified in section 38-1613. SourceLaws 1993, LB 536, § 23; Laws 2000, LB 1115, § 63; Laws 2003, LB 213, § 3; R.S.1943, (2003), § 71-1775; Laws 2007, LB463, § 603.