HIPAA Regulations

Illegal conduct that violates HIPAA includes, but is not limited to, disclosure of patient information, including discussions with other persons and/or posting online photographs of patients. Violations of the HIPAA may result in sanctions up to and including dismissal from the nursing program, as well as federal prosecution, fines, and imprisonment.

In addition to the above Behavioral Standards, the University of Minnesota, School of Nursing upholds the American Nurses Association (ANA) Principles for Social Networking (2011).