Bill > H0375

This bill modifies Florida law to expand the autonomous practice capabilities of Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists (CRNAs), allowing them to perform certain medical procedures with increased independence. The legislation specifically updates three sections of Florida Statutes to permit CRNAs registered under section 464.0123 to administer anesthesia without mandatory onsite medical direction from physicians, while still maintaining the option for healthcare facilities to establish protocols if desired. The bill authorizes these advanced practice registered nurses to independently determine patient health status, select appropriate anesthesia types, order preanesthetic medications, perform pain-management procedures, monitor patient responses, support life functions during anesthesia, recognize and treat cardiac arrhythmias, manage post-anesthesia recovery, and place specialized medical lines. Importantly, the bill emphasizes that autonomous CRNAs can only perform acts specifically authorized under existing nursing practice regulations, ensuring patient safety while expanding professional scope of practice. The changes will take effect on July 1, 2026, providing healthcare facilities and professionals time to adapt to the new autonomous practice guidelines.

Health and Social Services

https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2026/375