Title 16, California Code of Regulations, Section 1405

Authority of Executive Officer

The executive officer is authorized to:

(a) Plan, direct supervise and organize the work of the staff of the board.

(b) Research nursing practice issues and proposed positions to the board based on the board's interpretation of the Nursing Practice Act and other related statutes or regulations.

(c) Implement regulations adopted by the board.

(d) Administer examinations, collect fees, issue licenses and permits and investigate complaints.

(e) Implement and enforce all standards including those set for schools of nursing, which include inspecting and evaluating schools of nursing and making recommendations on accreditation.

(f) Manage funds and administer the fund and budget according to board directions.

(g) Report to the board on implementation of board policies and responses to board activity.

(h) Represent the board, as appropriate, to the public and the media.

Note:
Authority cited: Section 2715, Business and Professions Code. Reference: Section 2708, Business and Professions Code. History 1. New section filed 10-14-53 as procedural and organizational; effective upon filing (Register 53, No. 18). 2. Renumbering from 1410.5 to 1405 and amendment filed 2-5-64; effective thirtieth day thereafter (Register 64, No. 3). 3. Amendment filed 9-27-85; effective thirtieth day thereafter (Register 85, No. 39).