The mission of IPN is to ensure public health and safety by
providing
education, monitoring, and support to nurses in the State of Florida.
What We Do
IPN is the consultant to the Florida Department of Health on issues of nursing impairment. IPN ensures public health and safety by providing education, monitoring and support to nurses in the State of Florida.
Referral Sources
IPN receives referrals from multiple sources including employers, treatment providers, evaluators, and attorneys. IPN also receives referrals directly from the FL Department of Health and the Board of Nursing. Nurses may also self-refer to IPN.
Facilitators
IPN provides a vast network of weekly in-person and virtual substance use disorder and mental health-focused nurse support groups that are led by trained group ‘facilitators. These facilitators assist IPN participants in learning about healthy coping mechanisms, recovery techniques, and promotion of support group measures.
Florida Nurses Association
To serve and support all registered nurses through professional development, advocacy and the promotion of excellence.
Nurse Practice ACT
Chapter 464 Florida Statutes. Rules of the Board of Nursing. Chapter 64B9 Florida Administrative Rules.
Affinity eHealth/Spectrum
Third party partner in drug testing administration, online compliance monitoring and case management.
Our Next Event
IPN/ FNA Virtual Conference
“Navigating Changes in Healthcare Monitoring Through Education and Support”
Save the Date
June 24, 2022
Benefits of IPN
Protection of public safety
Assistance to nurses with impairing conditions
Facilitate quality fitness to practice evaluations
Offer options for quality treatment when recommended
Provide state-wide access to local nurse support groups
Improvement of recovery outcomes
