When a nurse commits crime outside the workplace BON concern with regard to good professional character relates whether may?

The Board of Nursing's (BON) concern regarding good professional character relates to whether the nurse's actions outside the workplace may impact their ability to safely and effectively practice nursing.

The BON may consider factors such as:

  • The nature and seriousness of the crime
  • Whether the crime is related to nursing practice
  • The nurse's motivation for committing the crime
  • The impact of the crime on the public's trust in the nursing profession
  • If the BON determines that the nurse's actions outside the workplace are sufficiently serious and relevant to nursing practice, they may take disciplinary action.

    This action may include revoking or suspending the nurse's license to practice nursing or placing restrictions on the nurse's practice.

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