Can the licensed practical nurse remove a suprapubic catheter?

It is within the scope of practice of an appropriately prepared and competent licensed practical nurse to remove a suprapubic under the direction of an authorized health care practitioner, or under the direction and supervision of the registered nurse, following clinical practice standards. There must be an order from an authorized provider. The licensed practical nurse should use the Scope of Practice Decision Tree to determine if these activities are within the nurse's legal and individual scope of practice.