Southern Gulf Coast NP Council

FYI Corner: Malpractice/Liability Insurance

Looking for Malpractice Insurance??

Sophia Palmer Risk Retention Group and the Florida Nurses Association have formed a partnership to offer malpractice liability insurance to Florida nurses and nurse practitioners. This group offers both claims made and occurrence policies. Members of the FNA receive a 10% discount. Visit the website now to find out more and obtain an online quote @ www.spnrrg.com

Web resource for female patients.

Patient Resource for Pelvic health conditions
A new study from the National Women's Health Resource Center revealed that one-third of all women in the U.S. will experience at least one pelvic health condition -- especially if they are in their 40s, 50s or 60s. More may suffer without being treated -- uninformed or embarrassed -- but these conditions can be remedied. Tell your patients to get smart about pelvic health at

www.WhatsGoingonDownThere.com 

Updated CE Licensure Requirements

CE Requirements Update (2/07)

HB 699

HIV/AIDS and Domestic Violence CE are no longer required for initial licensure

HIV/AIDS CE is now a one time 1-hour CE requirement to be completed prior to the first renewal. ( If you have taken a 1-hour course on HIV/AIDS, you have completed the requirement).

Domestic Violence CE is now a 2-hour requirement every third renewal.

Please see the USEFUL LINKS to visit the Nurse Practice Act for full requirements.

To find bills online: go to www.flsenate.gov and select the "ER" version under the "Bills" tab.

Walmart Drug Program

Walmart Generic Drug Program

Walmart offers a special selection of a 30 day supply of generic drugs through their generic drug program. Browse the list  here.