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This bill modifies existing Missouri law to expand the authority of certified registered nurse anesthetists (CRNAs) regarding controlled substances. Specifically, the bill allows CRNAs to select, issue orders for, and administer controlled substances in Schedules II through V during anesthesia care in licensed medical facilities. Importantly, the bill explicitly states that this new authority does not permit CRNAs to prescribe controlled substances, and they will not be required to obtain a special certificate of controlled substance prescriptive authority from the nursing board to exercise these new capabilities. The bill is an amendment to existing state regulations about who can handle controlled substances, adding CRNAs to the list of healthcare professionals with limited controlled substance administration rights. This change will likely provide CRNAs with more direct ability to manage pain medication and anesthesia-related substances during medical procedures, while maintaining important restrictions to prevent potential misuse.

Labor and Employment

https://www.senate.mo.gov/26info/BTS_Web/Bill.aspx?SessionType=R&BillID=19772