Class 12 - Regulation Flashcards
What is self-regulation, CRNM
- regulation of members of a profession by its member
- acknowledges that a profession best determines standards and ensures standards of met
-privilege and responsibility granted by govy on behalf of people of MB - college’s mandate is to serve ad protect public interest
- ## public participation is an important component
What participation is required for self-regulation, CRNM
- public participation is important component
- partnership w/ RNs vital
Example of a regulatory body
CRNM, for RN and NP
Where does the authority to self-regulate come from
- The Regulated Health PRofessions Act
- regulations, bylaws, policies
When did the CRNM become a governed under The Regulated Health Professions Act
2018
What is a regulatory body
an organization that has the legal authority and responsibility to govern a profession in order to serve and protect the public interest
What does a regulatory body do? CRNM
mandate to protect the public from harm due to unsafe, incompetent, unethical, unauthorized, impaired RN practice
How does the CRNM regulate RNs?
- sets standards for RN and RN(NP) education, registration and practice
- supports RNs and RN(NP)s is meeting standard
- takes action when these standards are not met
What are examples of education, registration, and practice standards are set by CRNM? provide examples
- standards for nursing education program
- education program approval
- entry-level competencies
- other registration requirements (criminal and vulnerable check, adult and child abuse registry, English language proficiency)
- continuing competence program
- standards of practice
- Code of ethics
Tof F? entry-level competencies are set by all provinces within Canada
True
What are ways CRNM support RNs in meeting the standards
- info: College eNews, practice spotlight, crnm.mb.ca
- education: webinars, presentations, documents, resources
- consultation services
- supporting quality practice: Continuing Competence Program
What actions are taken by CRNM when standards are not met
- responding to concerns
- receiving and managing complaints from the public
- receiving and responding to employer reports
- making decisions about how to resolve complaints
CRNM, What are examples of decisions used to resolve complaints
- Practitioner Remediation Enhancement Partnership program
- Complaints Investigation Committee
- Inquiry Committee
What is the role of the council within CRNM
Govern the College
- develop and maintain vision, mission, values, strategic priorities
- hear appeals
How are Council members elected in CRNM
RN and public members are selected based on required skills and attributes
What is the role of the staff within the CRNM
- carry out the day-to-day regulatory activities of the College
- developed and implement strategic operational plan
- participate in provincial, national, and international regulatory work
What is our role in the work of CRNM
- attend annual general and specialty meetings (stay in touch with profession’s priorities)
- provide input on work to help CRNM determine things
- serve on council and committees
