There are several things to take into account in determining the appropriateness of taking a patient relationship beyond clinic or hospital walls. Nurse practitioners should never date current patients. In some cases, however, a romantic relationship with a former patient may be permissible.

Can a nurse marry a patient?

However, as a nurse, youre obligated to keep your relationships with patients strictly professional. The nurse-patient relationship is a professional one; it shouldnt be used as a springboard for a personal, romantic, business, or financial involvement. Dating Dan would be legally and ethically improper.