Medication errors are a common occurrence in nursing practice and can lead to life-threatening complications for patients. Learn about the various factors contributing to these errors, from simple miscalculations to complex situations involving multiple causes, and the possible legal and regulatory consequences for nurses involved. Explore practical strategies for mitigating medication errors, including adherence to…
Read MoreThis webinar will address some of the legal considerations and requirements when ordering and following up on diagnostic tests. We will also discuss the appropriate standard of care when ordering diagnostics and offer risk-management strategies and case studies. Join us on Tuesday, November 15th from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. ET. Register here.
Read MoreJoin us for the fourth session in our NP Series. This webinar will discuss the NP’s role in initiating, managing, and acting on consultations and referrals in a primary care setting. By discussing recent case law and current nursing standards, we will explore key legal considerations while identifying practical strategies NPs can implement to reduce…
Read MoreThis publication is an overview of the considerations surrounding independent practice.
Read MoreIn 2021, the CNPS will be renaming the CNPS Business Plus Program to Nursing Business Solutions, brought to you by CNPS. This change has been made to better reflect the service offerings available to CNPS beneficiaries. Other than the name change, there is nothing fundamentally different between “CNPS Business Plus” and “Nursing Business Solutions.” This program will…
Read MorePlease note that the CNPS office will close on December 31st at 12:00 p.m. ET and will re-open at 8:30 a.m. ET on January 4th. Should you have an urgent inquiry, please use our contact us form and we will get back to you as soon as possible. Thank you.
Read MorePlease note that we are actioning a brief, planned system update to improve the MyCNPS portal nurse experience on Wednesday, July 22nd. During this time, you will still be able to log in to the MyCNPS portal to download receipts, update payment information, and review your existing CNPS registrations. From 6:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m….
Read MoreThe Canadian Nurses Protective Society (CNPS) frequently receives requests for information regarding documentation issues or concerns. Nurses working in all areas of patient care encounter issues related to documentation, whether in paper or electronic form. Quality documentation can be a nurse’s best defence in the face of a complaint, claim or legal proceeding.
Read MorePlease note that in honour of Remembrance Day on November 11, CNPS’s offices will be closed.
Read MoreSocial media platforms such as Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Snapchat, Tik Tok, YouTube, and LinkedIn allow us to communicate in real-time with “friends”, “followers” or the public. Nurses may use these sites as research and educational tools, for information sharing and as a way to network or socialize. Understanding the legal considerations involved in using social…
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