Rule 410-11-.09. Unauthorized Practice

An applicant who is employed or engaged in advanced nursing practice as a certified nurse-midwife, nurse practitioner, certified registered nurse anesthetist, clinical nurse specialist or clinical nurse specialist in psychiatric/mental health in Georgia prior to Board authorization for such practice shall be in violation of 410-11-.01(4). Such conduct may result in action taken by the Board which may include a reprimand and fine as follows:

1. (a) A private or public reprimand and

2. (b) A fine:

   1. 1. Of $50.00 per month (up to $250.00) for practice between two (2) and six (6) months, or any portion thereof;
   2. 2. Of $75.00 per month each additional month, or portion thereof, between seven (7) and twelve (12) months;
   3. 3. At the Board's discretion for unauthorized practice extending over one (1) year.

Authority: O.C.G.A. §§ 43-1-25, 43-26-2 and 43-26-5.

History. Original Rule entitled "Unauthorized Practice" adopted. F. Aug. 24, 2015; eff. Sept. 13, 2015.