Name Changes, Address Updates and Nurse Practice Act
Do you know where to locate the most current edition of the Nurse Practice Act, or how to change your name or address on your license? This update will answer those questions and direct you to the most efficient way to … Continue reading
Rule 64B9-15.0015, FAC – Standards of Practice for Certified Nursing Assistants (Effective 8/22/2021)
Standards of practice are observable behaviors of skill and knowledge. The following are the standards of practice for certified nursing assistants. Certified Nursing Assistants shall: (1) Demonstrate basic skills in performance of authorized duties in Rule 64B9-15.002, F.A.C., which facilitate … Continue reading
Autonomous Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
Do I have to do a CE course before registering for autonomous practice?
CE is an equivalency for registration applicants who do not meet the semester hours requirements. Three graduate-level semester hours are equivalent to forty-five (45) Continuing Education credits offered by the entities set forth in Section 464.013(3)(b), F.S. and Rule 64B9-4.002(2), … Continue reading
Do I have to apply for autonomous practice?
It is an optional registration to seek, however, registration must be approved before you may practice autonomously.
What is the fee to register for autonomous practice?
There is no fee to apply for the registration.
What are the requirements for Autonomous practice?
Please see S. 464.0123(1)(2), FS for registration and financial responsibility requirements.
Are APRNs still required to follow signed protocols once the autonomous practice becomes effective?
Once registered as an Autonomous APRN, protocols are no longer required unless the Autonomous APRN has opted to also practice under the supervision of a physician or dentist or in a facility that requires it.
