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What is the responsibility of the registered nurse (RN) for reporting positive COVID-19 tests to the Washington State Department of Health (WA DOH)?
Answer

The RN is responsible for following the employer/facility processes in reporting positive COVID-19 tests to the WA DOH. If the RN owns the business/facility, then the RN must report positive COVID-19 test results to WADOH.

Reporting COVID-19 Test Results for Point-of-Care Testing Facilities | Washington State Department of Health

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