Online News Vol. 2, Issue 1 |
Georgia Board of Examiners of Licensed Practical Nurses |
Update from the Director of the Professional Licensing Boards: For the new graduates, we now have 32 on-line applications available for those applying for their first license with us. This enables some new graduates to go on-line, register, apply for licensure and pay their fees. This paperless system allows the staff to process applications much quicker to the benefit of the applicant who can receive their license and go to work much faster than in the past. We are planning more on-line applications for the near future. As we begin the year 2010, we will continue to offer more services on-line and strive to improve our processing times. For license holders, please keep your personal information up to date and accurate so our transactions with you can be faster and more accurate.
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The Georgia Board of Examiners of Licensed Practical Nurses consists of seven members: four licensed practical nurses, one consumer member, and two registered professional nurses-one nurse serving in an administrative position in a hospital or nursing home, and one nurse engaging in practical nursing education. Minutes from the Board meetings can be found on the Board’s website: www.sos.ga.gov/plb/lpn. |
2010Meetings: February 10-11, 2010 at 9:00 a.m. |
August 18-19, 2010 at 9:00 a.m. |
| The Board meets at the Professional Licensing Board office in Macon. | |
Board Members: Barbara Mitchell, RN, NHA, President |
Board Staff: Sandy Bond, RN, MSN
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Number of Active Licensees: Licensed Practical Nurse: 33,496 |
Actions Taken by the Georgia Board of Examiners of Licensed Practical Nurses October: The Board ratified 364 licensees including initial licensure, reinstatements, endorsements and equivalency.
The Board accepted the following Public Reprimand:
The Board accepted the following cease and desist orders:
December: The Board ratified 445 licensees including initial licensure, reinstatements, endorsements and equivalency.
The Board accepted the following public reprimand:
The Board accepted the following public consent agreements for reinstatement of licensure for unlicensed practice:
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Memo on Renewal Notices: Upon receipt of your original pocket card, note the expiration date. THE BOARD WILL NOT MAIL RENEWAL NOTICES, NOTIFICATION WILL BE SENT BY EMAIL IF YOU HAVE AN EMAIL ADDRESS ON FILE WITH THE BOARD. A renewal notice will be mailed out only to those without email addresses. It is your responsibility to renew your license on or prior to your expiration date. Paper renewals will only be available by request. If you need a paper renewal, you may contact the Georgia Board of Licensed Practical Nursing at (478) 207-2440. |
License Renewals: Licenses expire as follows: It is illegal to practice as a licensed practical nurse with an expired license. How do I renew my license? You may renew your license on the Professional Licensing Board website with a credit card. Click on the “License Renewal” icon and follow the instructions. You will be asked a series of questions including whether you have been arrested, convicted or received a board sanction since your last renewal and whether you are a U.S. citizen. Renewing your license via the website is the fastest way to renew your license. The Professional Licensing Boards do not mail paper renewals unless requested. A paper renewal form may be requested by the licensee by calling the Board office at 478-207-2440, or submitting a written request. Licensees may also call our automated system at 404-463-1100 and request a paper renewal form using their personal identification number included in their renewal notice. Disciplinary Issues: The Board addresses disciplinary issues on a case by case basis and takes these matters very seriously applying sanctions to those who violate the Georgia Licensed Practical Nurse Practice Act, Board rules, and policies. It is important that licensees familiarize themselves with all laws, rules and policies that affect their profession; these may be found on the Board’s website at www.sos.ga.gov/plb/lpn/. All public disciplinary actions will be reflected in the Board minutes which may be found on our website. Public disciplinary actions may be found on our website at www.sos.ga.gov/plb/publicorders/ . Grounds for denial, suspension, revocation of a license, or other disciplinary actions may be found at O.C.G.A. § 43-26-40 and at O.C.G.A. § 43-1-19. State laws and Board rules may be found on our website at www.sos.ga.gov/plb/lpn. |
Georgia State Board of Licensed Practical Nurses Complaints Process Information: Thes Georgia General Assembly created the Georgia Board of Examiners of Licensed Practical Nurse to regulate the licensing and practice of nursing. The responsibility of administering the laws in O.C.G.A. § 43-26 is given to the Board, whose members are appointed by the Governor. The Board determines if applicants meet licensure requirements, promulgates rules, and considers complaints against licensees and allegations of unlicensed practice. The process for addressing complaints is as follows: Complaint Form: Complaints must be reported to and received by the Board in writing. Written complaints may be submitted to the Board office or be submitted on-line at http://sos.georgia.gov/myverification/submitcomplaint.aspx. Documents received in connection with a complaint will not be returned. The complaint must contain sufficient factual evidence to indicate a clear violation of Georgia law or Board rule. Investigations: The Board gives serious consideration to all complaints. Further investigative action may be taken. Should you file a complaint, you may be contacted by a Board inspector or investigator for additional information. Investigative files are considered confidential for any purpose other than a hearing before the Board. However, the Board is authorized to release such records to another enforcement agency or lawful licensing authority. Notification Process: While the investigation is ongoing, the Board is unable to discuss the status of a complaint with anyone, including the complainant. When the Board has completed the case, the complainant will be notified in writing of the Board’s actions. All public disciplinary actions will be reflected in the Board minutes which may be found on the Board’s website. |
Frequently Asked Questions: A list of frequently asked questions may be found on the Board’s website. If you cannot find an answer to your question, you may contact the Board office at (478) 207-2440. |