Recognizing Impairment in the Workplace for Florida Nurses

Recognizing Impairment in the Workplace for Florida Nurses is organized by Wild Iris Medical Education, Inc.

Expiration Date: 2026-04-01

Course Description:
Mandatory Florida Nursing CEU. Recognizing and responding to signs and behaviors that may be associated with impairment in the workplace. Includes information on treatment programs, Florida IPN, and Florida law regarding reporting suspected impairment.

Course Learning Objectives:
Upon completion of this continuing education course, you will be able to recognize and understand how to respond appropriately to signs and behaviors that may be associated with impairment in the workplace. Specific learning objectives to address potential knowledge gaps include:
• Identify risk factors and signs of impairment in the workplace.
• Describe indicators of possible diversion of controlled substances.
• Discuss barriers to early identification of impaired nurses.
• Understand regulatory mandates that govern the discipline and treatment of impaired nurses in Florida.
• Summarize the essential steps to report or refer a nurse who may be impaired.
• Outline the services provided by the Intervention Project for Nurses in Florida.
• Describe employer initiatives aimed at the prevention and early identification of impairment in the workplace.