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WV HB5021
Bill
Status
Introduced
2/2/2026
Primary Sponsor
Sarah Drennan
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AI Summary
- Allows appropriately trained registered nurses to administer anesthetic and neuromuscular blocking agents via continuous infusion for intubated and ventilated patients in acute care settings
- Permits appropriately trained registered nurses to administer anesthetic and neuromuscular blocking agents to assist physicians during emergency airway management
- Requires registered nurses administering anesthetics to do so under the order of a physician, dentist, or podiatrist
- Extends the Board of Nursing's annual reporting deadline to the Legislature from July 1, 2026 to July 1, 2027
- Maintains existing requirements that certified registered nurse anesthetists (CRNAs) must work in cooperation with physicians, dentists, or podiatrists and do not have independent practice authority
Legislative Description
Relating to the limited circumstances in which a registered nurse may administer anesthetics.
Health
Last Action
On 2nd reading, House Calendar
2/13/2026
Committee Referrals
Health & Human Resources2/2/2026
Full Bill Text
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