Bill > SB910

This bill modifies provisions relating to certified registered nurse anesthetists (CRNAs). The key provisions are: 1. CRNAs may select, issue orders for, and administer controlled substances listed in Schedules II-V for providing anesthesia care during surgical, obstetrical, therapeutic, or diagnostic procedures or treatments. CRNAs are not required to enter into a collaborative practice arrangement, practice under physician supervision, or obtain a certificate of controlled substance prescriptive authority from the nursing board to exercise this authority. 2. CRNAs may provide infusion therapy and chronic pain management treatment if they enter into a collaborative practice arrangement with a physician or provide the services under physician supervision. 3. The bill repeals the requirement that CRNAs be under the supervision of an anesthesiologist or other physician, dentist, or podiatrist who is immediately available if needed when providing anesthesia services.