Washington State Nurse Delegation

In the Nurse Delegation Program, certified nurse assistants (CNAs) are guided by a state-certified Registered Nurse Delegator (RND). The RND is responsible for training and supervising CNAs, enabling them to perform tasks typically handled by a licensed nurse. The RND also plays a crucial role in completing patient nursing assessments.

Nurse delegation in adult family homes and private homes has played a huge role in helping patients access care while giving them the option of where to receive it. Nurse Delegation removes the need for a full-time nurse at the bedside, making care more affordable.

Nurse Delegation is important because:

1. Care is individualized to each patient, making it of higher quality.

2. Lower cost of care- a full-time nurse is not required.

3. More living options- clients do not need to go to nursing homes.

4. Clients can maintain their independence for longer.