3918.1 If psychiatric nursing services are provided, they shall be provided in accordance with the patient's plan of care.
3918.2 Psychiatric nursing services shall be provided by a registered nurse with:
- (a) A master's degree in psychiatric or mental health nursing;
- (b) A Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) and 1 year of related work experience in an active treatment program for adult or geriatric patients in a psychiatric health care setting;
- (c) A diploma or associate degree in nursing and 2 years of related work experience in an active treatment program for adult or geriatric patients in a psychiatric health care setting; or
- (d) American Nurses' Association certification in psychiatric or community health nursing.
SOURCE: Final Rulemaking published at 51 DCR 2876 (March 19, 2004).