SD HB1023

Registered nurses (RNs) and licensed practical nurses (LPNs) may now serve as employees or volunteers on ambulance crews, provided they demonstrate competence in emergency care skills, equipment, and medications as approved by the medical or program director

Ambulance runs may now be staffed by an RN or LPN as an alternative to an emergency medical technician or advanced life support personnel, alongside a certified ambulance operator

Nurses providing ambulance care must work within their license scope and under the direction and supervision of the medical or program director

Civil liability protection is granted to RNs and LPNs for acts or omissions during ambulance runs, unless the conduct is inconsistent with training, grossly negligent, or constitutes willful misconduct