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NJ A2195

NJ A2195
Prohibits use of "Nurse" title by unlicensed person.


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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

Prohibits use of "Nurse" title by unlicensed person.

AI Summary

This bill prohibits the use of the title "Nurse" by any person who is not licensed as a registered nurse or practical nurse under New Jersey law. The bill amends existing legislation to clarify that the use of the title "Nurse" without the appropriate license is unlawful. It also prohibits the use of the title "Advanced Practice Nurse" by anyone not certified as such. The bill aims to prevent unlicensed individuals from misrepresenting themselves as qualified nurses, which could potentially mislead or endanger the public.

Committee Categories

Business and Industry

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

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

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