Ley Nm. 9-1987 (antigua) vs Ley Nm. 254-2015 (vigente)

Module #2 Ethical and Legal Aspects Related to the Transition

Instructions / Evaluative Activity

Part A Legal Comparison (Table)

Create a comparative table that includes:

• Law No. 9 of 1987 (former law) vs. Law No. 254 of 2015 (current law)
• Purpose
• Structure
• Professional categories
• Licenses / recertification
• Role of the Board
• Sanctions, among other relevant aspects

Part B Short Essay (23 pages)

Write an analysis in which you:

• Explain the categories of practice according to Law 254 and what the professional transition (ADNBSN) entails.
• Describe the continuing education requirements and the recertification/registration process every three (3) years, citing the corresponding regulation.
• Integrate at least two patient safety goals (for example: patient identifiers, medication safety, communication, etc.) using current references such as Healthy People 2030 and The Joint Commission.

Part C Presentation of the Assignment

The paper must include:

• Cover page
• Introduction
• Table (Part A)
• Development / Analysis (Part B)
• Conclusion
• References (APA format)

Recommended Official Sources (for your bibliography)

• Law No. 254 of 2015 (revised/compiled version by OGP, Rev. April 15, 2024).
• General Regulation No. 9104 (2019) Department of State (Online Regulations).
• Continuing Education Regulation for Recertification (DS/ORCPS).
• Law No. 11 of 1976 (OGP).
• Healthy People 2030 (HHS).
• Joint Commission National Patient Safety Goals 2026.