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“Developing and Implementing Guidelines for Consistent Decision Making”

“Developing and Implementing Guidelines for Consistent Decision Making”. Alice R. Faucett. Utilizing Parameters in Discipline . Parameter - means “a limitation or boundary”

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“Developing and Implementing Guidelines for Consistent Decision Making”

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  1. “Developing and Implementing Guidelines for Consistent Decision Making” Alice R. Faucett

  2. Utilizing Parameters in Discipline • Parameter - means “a limitation or boundary” • In discipline, parameters are a set of specific guidelines to be used by staff/committees, in the Board’s absence, to help resolve discipline complaints efficiently and consistently. • ALL parameters must be approved by the Board or designated authority. CLEAR 2008 Annual Conference Anchorage, Alaska

  3. In this Session We Will: • Identify why and when a parameter is necessary • Define the parameter and limitations to consider • Determine Implementation Methods • Discuss how to evaluate whether or not a parameter has been appropriately implemented CLEAR 2008 Annual Conference Anchorage, Alaska

  4. Why a Parameter • Staff and/or Committee can continue with work and decision making • Better use of staff and Board time • Parameters help maintain consistency in decision making: • Examples a. DUI Complaints and Applicants b. Action by other Boards CLEAR 2008 Annual Conference Anchorage, Alaska

  5. When a Parameter • Clean up Cases • Same fact Pattern: • Examples a. Practicing on lapsed license b. Falsifying Application CLEAR 2008 Annual Conference Anchorage, Alaska

  6. Define the Parameter and Consider Limitations • Is parameter for staff or a Board Committee • Should parameter contain formal discipline • Should parameter allow for any subjective decisions CLEAR 2008 Annual Conference Anchorage, Alaska

  7. Implementation • Identify cases when parameter may be useful • Write the parameter • Get Board ratification/approval • Distribute to key individuals/groups • Ensure boundaries are understood • Utilize parameter CLEAR 2008 Annual Conference Anchorage, Alaska

  8. Evaluate Use of Parameter • Track cases throughout the process with same fact pattern and note the discipline • Supply full Board with a number of consent agreements/decisions and discuss whether outcome is satisfactory • Track timeliness in decision making CLEAR 2008 Annual Conference Anchorage, Alaska

  9. Other Considerations • Legal limitations • Appropriate staff and new staff • Regular review of parameters by full Board • Public perception CLEAR 2008 Annual Conference Anchorage, Alaska

  10. My Contact Information • Alice R. Faucett • General Counsel/Director of Discipline West Virginia Board of Examiners for Registered Professional Nurses • 101 Dee Drive, Suite 102 • Charleston, WV 25311 • 304.558.3596 • rnboard@state.wv.us CLEAR 2008 Annual Conference Anchorage, Alaska

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