AR HB1131

Advanced practice registered nurses (APRNs) may delegate certain nursing tasks to qualified, trained but unlicensed healthcare workers, including administration of medications and immunizations that don't require specialized judgment, and phlebotomy activities

The delegating APRN remains responsible for the acts of the healthcare worker, who must perform tasks under APRN supervision and cannot represent themselves as a licensed nurse or healthcare professional

Delegated administration of medications and immunizations may only occur within the physical boundaries of the APRN's clinical setting

The Arkansas State Board of Nursing must adopt rules on delegation, including training and competency requirements and evaluation of appropriateness based on patient condition severity

Certified registered nurse anesthetists cannot delegate anesthesia administration, and individuals receiving delegated tasks cannot further delegate to others