Standards & Documents
Standards
NANB practice standards set out the requirements for nurses’ practice. They link with other guidelines, policies and bylaws of NANB and all legislation relevant to nursing practice.
NANB is responsible for setting standards for its members. These include:
- Standards of Practice for Registered Nurses
- Standards for the Therapeutic Nurse-Client Relationship
- Documenting Care: Standards for Registered Nurses
- Code of Ethics for Registered Nurses
- Practice Standard: Medication Standards
- Competencies and Standards of Practice for Nurse Practitioners in Primary Health Care
If you need assistance in applying these standards to your nursing practice, contact NANB Practice Support by email at .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) or call (506)458-8731, Toll-free 1-800-442-4417.
NANB also sets standards and conditions related to the scope of practice for nurse practitioners. Please visit our NP Section for additional information.
Documents
NANB provides practice documents and other resources that promote safe, competent and ethical nursing care. Visit our Publications and Resources section for a complete listing available for downloading.
