§ 19–4A-03.2
Statutes in effect as of October 1, 2026.
Md. Code Ann., Health-Gen. § 19-4A-03.2 (2026)
Title 19. Health Care Facilities
Subtitle 4A. Residential Service Agencies
§ 19–4A-03.2LinkCopy Citation
(a)
A residential service agency that provides private duty nursing services may employ a licensed nurse who does not meet the clinical experience requirements established by the Department if the residential service agency provides training and a competency evaluation in accordance with this section.
(b)
A residential service agency that seeks to employ a nurse described under subsection (a) of this section shall:
(1)
Establish and implement a training program designed to ensure safe and competent care based on patient needs;
(2)
Ensure the nurse receives clinical supervision by a registered nurse qualified in private duty nursing services;
(3)
Assign the nurse to a qualified preceptor or clinical supervisor until competency is demonstrated;
(4)
Document satisfactory completion of required competency standards in the nurse’s personnel file; and
(5)
Conduct competency evaluations of the nurse:
(i)
Annually; or
(ii)
For disciplinary purposes, on a more frequent schedule as required by the Department.
(c)
A training program and competency evaluation required under this section are subject to approval by the Department.
(d)
This section may not be construed to affect requirements relating to occupational licensure, scope of practice, or standards of care.