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NJ A2286

NJ A2286
Eliminates certain practice restrictions for advanced practice nurses.


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Introduced
02/07/2022
In Committee
02/07/2022
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/08/2024

Introduced Session

2022-2023 Regular Session

Bill Summary

Eliminates certain practice restrictions for advanced practice nurses.

AI Summary

This bill eliminates certain practice restrictions for advanced practice nurses (APNs) in New Jersey. Specifically, it allows APNs to practice without the requirement of a collaborating physician, as long as they have at least 24 months or 2,400 hours of licensed, active, advanced nursing practice in an initial role. The bill also authorizes APNs with the specific certification of APN-Anesthesia to practice to the full extent of their scope without any physician supervision. Additionally, the bill removes some of the conditions previously required for APNs to order medications and devices, and allows them to dispense certain narcotic drugs for maintenance or detoxification treatment. Overall, the bill aims to expand the scope of practice for APNs in New Jersey in order to improve access to care, particularly in medically underserved areas.

Committee Categories

Health and Social Services

Sponsors (32)

Last Action

Introduced, Referred to Assembly Health Committee (on 02/07/2022)

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