Module 1: Introduction & Overview of NP Role in LTC
1.5.1 NP Practice Legislation
NP scopes of practice vary across Canada. Without a pan-Canadian licensure, NP mobility and ability for full scope of practice is impacted.
Some jurisdictions prevent NPs from:
- Prescribing controlled substances
- Admitting & discharging from hospital
- Admitting to LTC
- Ordering & interpreting diagnostic tests
- Completing federal and third party forms[1][2]
These barriers must be removed to enable NPs to practice to full scope.
Recommended Reading: Nurse practitioner scopes of practice vary across Canada’s provinces and territories | CIHI