MS SB2007

Includes advanced practice registered nurses in the statement of purpose of Mississippi's nursing practice law and licensing requirements.

Eliminates the requirement for advanced practice registered nurses to maintain a collaborative/consultative relationship with a licensed physician or dentist after completing 3,600 transition-to-practice hours, except for certified registered nurse anesthetists.

Revises definitions to establish "advanced practice registered nurse" as an umbrella category including certified registered nurse midwives, certified registered nurse anesthetists, clinical nurse specialists, and certified nurse practitioners.

Allows advanced practice registered nurses to diagnose, treat, and manage medical conditions with prescriptive authority as approved by the Mississippi Board of Nursing.

Extends disciplinary grounds and penalties to advanced practice registered nurses consistent with those applied to other nursing license types.