Identify the CNA scope of practice, as required by Virginia Board of Nursing regulation.

Identification should include

  • an outline of the CNA’s scope of practice, including the supervision by a licensed practical nurse (LPN) or registered nurse (RN) (see regulations governing CNAs)
  • disciplinary provisions that could affect certification (18VAC90-25-100)
  • effect of criminal convictions on nurse aide certification.

Teacher resource: Code of Virginia §54.1-3007

Refer to Unit I in Nurse Aide Curriculum, Virginia Board of Nursing, Virginia Department of Health Professions, 2018.

Process/Skill Questions:

  • Why does a CNA need to know the skills that can be legally performed?
  • How can a previous criminal conviction affect certification and employment?
  • What are possible repercussions if a CNA steps outside the scope of practice?