VA Board of Nursing Discipline

Virginia Subpoena Request Instructions for Board of Nursing Proceedings

The Virginia Department of Health Professions has issued instructions for requesting subpoenas in proceedings before the Board of Nursing. The guidance outlines the written request process, required information for witness testimony and document production, and delivery requirements to the Assistant Attorney General.

Virginia Adjudication Process Policy for Disciplinary Actions

The Virginia Department of Health Professions has revised its policy on the adjudication process for disciplinary actions against healthcare practitioners and organizations. This updated guidance, originally published in 1997 and revised in 2022, outlines the procedures for receiving reports, conducting investigations, and enforcing orders to protect public health.

Virginia Board of Nursing Sanctioning Reference Points Manual

The Virginia Board of Nursing has revised its Sanctioning Reference Points (SRP) Manual, last updated in July 2022. This guidance document provides a systematic analysis of sanctions for disciplinary cases involving health professionals regulated by the Board, including nurses, CNAs, RMAs, and LMTs.

Virginia DHP Enforcement Division FAQ on Disciplinary Proceedings

The Virginia Department of Health Professions (DHP) has published a Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) document detailing its Health Professions Enforcement Division's processes. The FAQ clarifies who can file complaints, who can be complained about, how to file a complaint, and what happens to complaints, including disciplinary actions taken by the Health Regulatory Boards.