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Nevada Revised Statutes Section 433A.018 - Mental Health

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“Person professionally qualified in the field of psychiatric mental health” defined. “Person professionally qualified in the field of psychiatric mental health” means:

1. A psychiatrist licensed to practice medicine in this state who is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology;

2. A psychologist licensed to practice in this state;

3. A social worker who holds a master’s degree in social work, is licensed by the state as a clinical social worker and is employed by the Division;

4. A registered nurse who:

(a) Is licensed to practice professional nursing in this state;

(b) Holds a master’s degree in the field of psychiatric nursing; and

(c) Is employed by the Division; or

5. A marriage and family therapist licensed pursuant to chapter 641A of NRS.

Last modified: February 27, 2006