Summary of Board Requirement:
The Board of Nursing of North Carolina requires CPR certification with practical skills component that adheres to the Healthcare Provider level training standards. It requires ACLS or PALS certifications based on patient requirements.
Board Statement:
Standard nursing practice, in the absence of a written “Do Not Resuscitate” (DNR) order, is that the licensed nurse (RN or LPN) is expected to immediately implement the emergency resuscitation policies of the employing agency until an order to discontinue treatment is received from the physician, nurse practitioner, or physician assistant.
