Louisiana § RS 40:2109.3 - Pediatric advanced life support training for nurses
Full text of Louisiana Louisiana Civil Code § RS 40:2109.3 — Pediatric advanced life support training for nurses, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ RS 40:2109.3. Pediatric advanced life support training for nurses
A. As used in this Section, the following definitions shall apply unless the content clearly states otherwise:
(1) "Pediatric ward" means a specially designated area, floor, or section in a hospital that is recognized as the area, floor, or section where infants and children can be treated.
(2) "Registered nurse" means any person licensed under R.S. 37:920 to engage in the practice of nursing.
B. No later than January 1, 1995, every registered nurse who works primarily in a hospital emergency room or pediatric ward shall be trained in an emergency nursing pediatric course that includes training in pediatric trauma and pediatric advanced life support and that has been conducted pursuant to guidelines established by the Louisiana State Board of Nursing. Training taken in compliance with this requirement may be used to satisfy continuing education requirements as established by the Louisiana State Board of Nursing. Training may be taught by any person approved pursuant to guidelines established by the Louisiana State Board of Nursing.
Acts 1993, No. 548, §1, eff. June 10, 1993.
Source: official Louisiana text · Last verified 2026-08-27
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