AR HB1244

Reduces required supervised practice hours for certified nurse practitioners and clinical nurse specialists to obtain full independent practice authority from 6,240 hours to 2,000 hours

Changes collaborative practice agreement with a physician from a board-required mandate to an optional pathway for completing practice hours

Allows practice hours from other states, territories, or foreign countries to count toward certification if the applicant has prescriptive authority and licensure in good standing

Applicants must provide proof of licensure from both their originating jurisdiction and the Arkansas State Board of Nursing

Aims to increase access to health care by reducing barriers for nurse practitioners and clinical nurse specialists to practice independently