This presentation examines 5 years of claims against NPs, as well as conclusions drawn from key survey findings. Results are illustrated through the use of data tables, graphs, and charts. Risk management content is also reviewed via several claim case studies, followed by specific recommendations.

Contact hours available until 9/21/2015.

Requirements for Successful Completion:
Complete the learning activity in its entirety and complete the online CNE evaluation.

Conflict of Interest Disclosure:
Mark Buczko discloses that he receives other financial/material support as an employee of Affinity Insurance Services, parent company to Nurses Service Organization.

Planning Committee members have no disclosures to declare.

Commercial Support and Sponsorship:
No commercial support or sponsorship declared.

Accreditation Statement:
This educational activity has been co-provided by Anthony J. Jannetti, Inc. and GAPNA.

Anthony J. Jannetti, Inc. is accredited as a provider of continuing nursing education by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation.

Anthony J. Jannetti, Inc. is a provider approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, provider number, CEP 5387.

Objectives:

Describe leading causes of claims filed against nurse practitioners.
Describe key survey results among nurse practitioners both with and without claims.
Analyze two case examples which represent key findings of the NSO closed claim study.