Bill > A06771

This bill establishes a comprehensive legal framework for certified registered nurse anesthetists (CRNAs) in New York, defining their professional practice, licensing requirements, and scope of work. The legislation creates a new article in the state education law that outlines the detailed responsibilities of CRNAs, including administering anesthesia, performing pre-anesthetic assessments, monitoring patient status, managing airways, ordering diagnostic tests, and prescribing medications related to anesthesia care. CRNAs will be required to be licensed as registered professional nurses and complete a specialized nurse anesthesia degree program. For the first 3,600 hours of practice, CRNAs must work under the supervision of a qualified physician, and thereafter function as part of an interdependent patient care team. The bill also establishes specific requirements for obtaining a license, including passing an examination, demonstrating good moral character, and paying registration fees. Additionally, the legislation modifies the state board for nursing to include two CRNA representatives and provides a three-year transition period for existing nurse anesthetists to obtain proper state licensure. The new regulations aim to standardize and professionalize the practice of nurse anesthesia in New York, ensuring patient safety and high-quality care.

Education

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A6771