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FL H0111

FL H0111
Autonomous Practice by an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse


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Introduced
12/22/2020
In Committee
01/20/2021
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
04/30/2021

Introduced Session

2021 Regular Session

Bill Summary

An act relating to autonomous practice by an advanced practice registered nurse; amending s. 464.0123, F.S.; revising practice requirements for an autonomous advanced practice registered nurse; authorizing an autonomous advanced practice registered nurse to perform certain acts; providing an effective date.

AI Summary

This bill amends the existing law to expand the practice requirements for an autonomous advanced practice registered nurse (APRN) in Florida. It authorizes APRNs to perform the general functions of an APRN, including acts within their specialty, and allows them to admit, manage the care, and discharge patients from healthcare facilities, with some exceptions. The bill also allows APRNs to provide signatures and other certifications typically required from a physician, except for issuing physician certifications under the state's medical marijuana law. The bill takes effect on July 1, 2021.

Committee Categories

Health and Social Services

Sponsors (5)

Last Action

Died in Professions & Public Health Subcommittee (on 04/30/2021)

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