Title: Discuss the role of the mandated reporter as described in the Code of Virginia, including who is a mandated reporter, what must be reported, to whom it must be reported, and the penalty for not reporting.
Course: Nurse Aide (14051) > Section: Unit XIV: Legal and Regulatory Aspects of Practice for the Certified Nurse Aide

Discussion should include

- persons who are mandated reporters, according to the Virginia Code (e.g., health services providers, EMS personnel, mental health providers, guardians or conservators, law enforcement officers)
- what must be reported (i.e., suspected abuse, neglect, or exploitation) and details to be provided (e.g., name, age, address, or location)
- where to report (i.e., supervisor, local authorities)
- consequences of failure to report (e.g., administrative action, civil penalties).