Louisiana State Board of Practical Nurse ExaminersThe first meeting of the Louisiana State Board of Practical Nurse Examiners was held at Charity Hospital of Louisiana at New Orleans on Wednesday, January 12, 1949.
The 5 members in attendance were selected from a list submitted to Governor Earl K. Long.
In 1950, the Louisiana revised statutes, Title 37, the Law related to the practice of Practical Nursing was enacted prescribing minimum curricula and minimum standards for practical nurses and courses for practical nurses, as well as approving and monitoring for compliance with the laws, rules, and regulations of the state. LSBPNE examines and licenses qualified applicants, renews licenses, and ensures that the LPNs in Louisiana are providing safe care to its citizens.
Prior to the first meeting, the rules were set for waiving license requirements for those nurses who were in practice. Applicants for licensure were required to submit a recommendation for 4 physicians with whom they worked for at least one year. A total of 2969 licenses were issued by the Waiver Act. In 1949, 509 licenses were issued. The Waiver Act was removed through legislative amendment in 1954.
The mission of the LSBPNE is to protect the health, safety and welfare of the public by providing reasonable assurance that persons who practice practical nursing are competent, ethical practitioners with the necessary knowledge, skills and abilities appropriate to the title and role of the licensed practical nurse.
The Louisiana State Board of Practical Nurse Examiners (LSBPNE) is a regulatory agency of state government given the responsibility to enforce laws which pertain to the practice of practical nursing.
The legislature authorizes the board to carry out these responsibilities through La. Law, Title 37, Chapter 11, Part II. Practical Nurses, Section 961-979.
The board is comprised of 13 members consisting of six licensed practical nurses, two registered nurses, four physicians, and one consumer member each appointed by the governor of Louisiana. (see Board Members)
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December 27, 2024 - 10:30 AM CANCELLED
LSBPNE Board Office
131 Airline Dr., Ste 301
Metairie, LA 70001
A portion of this meeting may be conducted in executive session (closed to the public).
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Ms. Roberta Connelley was recently recognized for her service to the Louisiana State Board of Practical Nurse Examiners. She has generously serviced on the board for over 25 years. It is with great pleasure to announce that her appointment has been renewed.
Along with Ms. Connelley, Myra Collins, Janie Cypret, Gwendolyn Dunn, and Candace Melancon have also be re-appointed.
We thank all of you for continuing to serve the state of Louisiana.
The Advisory Committee was formed in accordance with Title 46, Part XLVII, § 311. The committee consists of a broad spectrum of the community. The purpose shall be to advise the Board of Practical Nurse Examiners in matters which require study and/or investigation relating to practical nursing or practical nursing education in Louisiana.
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Location:
131 Airline Drive, Suite 301
Metairie, La 70001
