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NJ S4680
Bill
Status
6/30/2025
Primary Sponsor
Vin Gopal
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AI Summary
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Expands who may provide nursing services in nonpublic schools from only registered nurses to any licensed medical professional practicing within their scope, including licensed practical nurses (LPNs)
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Applies to nursing services that boards of education must provide to full-time nonpublic school students, including medical and dental exam assistance, hearing screenings, health record maintenance, and scoliosis examinations for students ages 10-18
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Overrides current State regulations that require nursing services in nonpublic schools to be provided exclusively by registered nurses licensed by the New Jersey State Board of Nursing
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Takes effect immediately upon enactment
Legislative Description
Permits nursing services in nonpublic schools to be delivered by licensed medical professionals, including licensed practical nurses.
Education
Last Action
Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Education Committee
6/30/2025