Practice Standard-Code on Conduct- College of Nurses of Ontario
The Code of Conduct (Code) is a practice standard describing the accountabilities all nurses registered in Ontario have to clients, employers, colleagues and the public. It explains what people can expect from nurses. The Code also describes what nurses must do to maintain professionalism, competence and ethical behaviour to deliver safe client care. All nurses (Registered Nurses, Registered Practical Nurses, and Nurse Practitioners) are expected to uphold this practice standard, regardless of their role, title or responsibility.
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