HB 700 -- Advanced Practice Nurses

Sponsor:  Behnen

This bill contains provisions relating to the licensing of
advanced practice nurses and licensed practical nurses.  The
bill:

(1)  Establishes definitions for "advanced practice nursing" and
"advanced practice registered nurse";

(2)  Requires applicants for license to practice as an advanced
practice nurse to demonstrate to the State Board of Nursing
completion of certain educational and experience requirements;

(3)  Exempts educational requirements for applicants who have
earned a professional nursing degree and have enrolled in
accredited programs for advanced practice registered nurses prior
to September 1, 2003, and earned their advanced practice nurse
degree prior to December 31, 2005;

(4)  Contains provisions regarding exemptions from licensing
requirements for those persons currently recognized by the board
as advanced practice nurses;

(5)  Allows for the issuance of temporary permits for advanced
practice nurses; and

(6)  Allows licensed practical nurses to administer intravenous
fluids.

Missouri House of Representatives
Last Updated July 25, 2003 at 10:12 am