can you be a DON/ADON without having your license?

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This is a curiosity question. Apparently our ADON has a suspended license (don't know the details). Just wondering if she should be an ADON calling docs and writing orders and supervising licensed nurses? Do you really need to be a Registered/Licensed nurse in good standing to be a DON/ADON?

Aren't your CNAs and LPNs working under the license of the DON? Or am I mistaken?

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Specializes in Gerontology, Med surg, Home Health.
Aren't your CNAs and LPNs working under the license of the DON? Or am I mistaken?

People work under THEIR OWN license or certification. They are not working 'under' the DON's license. Everyone is responsible for their own practice.

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Specializes in Gyn, dermatology, aesthetics, wellness.

I would think it would be a problem. When you take orders, aren't you suppose to write your credentials after your name? And I don't think you can legally use "RN" if your license is suspended.

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