Facilitate an exchange of information and establish a communication network for its members. Promote practice which acknowleges the Code of Ethics of the American Association of Legal Nurse Consultants in accordance with the Code of Ethics of the American Bar Association and the American Nurses Association. Recognition as a professional group with its own skills and expertise in medical-legal matters. Function as a resource to other professional organizations of similar interest, allied health professionals, governement agencies, educational facilities, the legal community and general public. From downtown Atlanta, take Peachtree St. North to Roswell Rd. in Buckhead.
Parking is adequate on the north side of the church.
The November Networking meeting is usually held at another location which is announced. This seminar will begin with a review of why nursing home litigation is the fastest growing area of medical malpractice litigation, and why nursing homes today are being sued. The processes involved in obtaining information needed to identify standards of care affecting long term care facilities will be identified. The components of the medical record will be explored. Roles of specific people within the facility, such as the LPN, RN and director of nursing will also be examined.