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Legal Issues 101: Malpractice and Licensure Discipline
1Nurse Attorney, New York and Pennsylvania.
NASN School Nurse (Print)
|July 5, 2023
Summary
School nurses must differentiate between malpractice and professional licensure discipline to reduce legal risks. Understanding these distinct legal concepts is crucial for minimizing liability exposure in civil lawsuits and nursing board actions.
Area of Science:
- Legal Medicine
- Nursing Law
- Healthcare Administration
Background:
- School nurses often face complex legal situations.
- Misconceptions exist regarding malpractice, negligence, and professional licensure discipline.
- Understanding legal distinctions is vital for school nursing practice.
Purpose of the Study:
- To clarify the differences between malpractice/negligence and professional licensure discipline for school nurses.
- To educate school nurses on potential liability exposures.
- To provide guidance on risk reduction strategies.
Main Methods:
- This article is part of a "Legal Issues 101" series.
- It addresses common questions and misconceptions in school health law.
- The content focuses on defining and differentiating legal terms relevant to school nurses.
Main Results:
- Malpractice/negligence and professional licensure discipline are distinct legal processes.
- School nurses face potential risks from both civil lawsuits and nursing board actions.
- Awareness of these differences can help mitigate liability.
Conclusions:
- School nurses need a clear understanding of legal terminology to practice safely.
- Differentiating between malpractice and licensure discipline is essential for managing risk.
- This knowledge empowers school nurses to reduce their liability exposure effectively.
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