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FL S0718
Bill
AI Summary
- Authorizes certified registered nurse anesthetists (CRNAs) registered as autonomous advanced practice registered nurses under s. 464.0123 to administer anesthesia without onsite medical direction from a physician, dentist, or osteopath
- Allows autonomous CRNAs to determine anesthesia type, order preanesthetic medication, and perform anesthesia procedures without an established physician-approved protocol
- Permits healthcare facilities to still require autonomous CRNAs to follow an established protocol approved by the medical staff or governing board, preserving facility-level oversight
- Adds CRNAs to the list of autonomous advanced practice registered nurse specialties alongside certified nurse midwives, allowing them to perform all acts specified in s. 464.012(4)(b), including regional, spinal, and general anesthesia
- Effective date is July 1, 2025
Legislative Description
Autonomous Practice by a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist
Last Action
Died in Health Policy
6/16/2025
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