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Introduced
12/22/2020
12/22/2020
In Committee
01/20/2021
01/20/2021
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
04/30/2021
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)
Randy Maggard (R)*,
Sam Killebrew (R),
Stan McClain (R),
Anthony Sabatini (R),
Emily Slosberg-King (D),
Last Action
Died in Professions & Public Health Subcommittee (on 04/30/2021)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2021/111 |
| Bill | https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2021/111/BillText/Filed/PDF |
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