Hi Maurice, I do understand your interest in this subject, but it is truly a minefield of a basis for an article. This is not one of those issues that can be simply handled through philosophical argument, this one would require research, especially examining outcomes between those Centers that do versus those that don't. Unless there is clear evidence that there is some correlation between having nurses on staff and less desirable outcomes, it really won't move the needle. Here in Nebraska, we have the best of both worlds, our Center is located in an old hospital building, and the owners of the building run a medical clinic in the building, so there are doctors and nurses right next door, but the clinic has no direct relationship with NCBVI. Another issue are the Centers that have Psychologists on staff, and I personally think this is potentially an even more serious problem. Jeff From: NOMC [mailto:nomc-bounces at lists.nbpcb.org] On Behalf Of Maurice Peret Sent: Tuesday, October 04, 2016 2:08 PM To: NOMC at lists.nbpcb.org Subject: [Nomc] nurses in the training center Can anyone point me to something in the literature that directly deals with the question of medical staff in the SDCT training center? IN many work places these days there are nurse educators or wellness professionals who are simply available to help reduce insurance liability. There is a fine line, however, when the nurses' role with students in a rehabilitation center drifts into a "treatment" rather than in an instructional role. Thanks in advance for your thoughtful reply. Maurice