North Carolina General Statutes § 90-171.43A Mandatory employer verification of licensure status

(a)        Before hiring a registered nurse or a licensed practical nurse in North Carolina, a health care facility shall verify that the applicant has a current, valid license to practice nursing pursuant to G.S. 90-171.43.

(b)        For purposes of this section, "health care facility" means:

(1)        Facilities described in G.S. 131E-256(b).

(2)        Public health departments, physicians' offices, ambulatory care facilities, and rural health clinics. (2003-146, s. 6.)

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