EMTALA Basics

Course Overview

Course Outline

1. Introduction 
2. History 
3. Indications / Process 
4. The Nurse’s Role / Considerations / Legal Responsibilities 
5. Concerns 
6. Summation 
7. Conclusion 
8. Case Study 

Accreditation Statement

Nursing CE Central LLC is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation.

In this course, we will discuss EMTALA Basics​. It will take the average learner 60 minutes to complete and awards 1 contact hours of continuing education.

Course Outcomes

After completing this course, the learner will rate a 4 out of 5 on the Likert Scale for their ability to:

1. List at least three reasons a person may fall under the umbrella of EMTALA. 
2. Describe the correct steps for ensuring that the law of EMTALA is followed. 
3. Recognize the proper settings and functions of the transcutaneous pacemaker to ensure the best possible patient outcomes.  

Target Audience

• Registered Nurses (RN)
• Advanced Practice Registered Nurses (APRN)
• Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN/LVN)

Requirement for Completion

1. Enrollment in the course by the learner
2. Read and learn all course materials
3. Complete the course evaluation
4. Attest and testify learning of the course materials

Accreditations + Approvals

Disclosure of Relevant Financial Relationships

Nursing CE Central nor any of the authors, planners, content experts, or any contributors have any relevant financial relationships with ineligible companies to disclose.