New York S02360 amends the education law to allow nurse practitioners to diagnose and treat within their specialty, and makes certain provisions.

New York S02360 amends the education law to allow nurse practitioners to diagnose and treat within their specialty, in collaboration with a licensed physician or nurse practitioner. The practice must follow a written practice agreement and protocols, with explicit provisions for resolving disagreements between the collaborating physician and the nurse practitioner. The bill also makes certain provisions permanent, ensuring these practices continue without expiration.

New York S02360 amends the education law to allow nurse practitioners to diagnose and treat within their specialty, and makes certain provisions.

New York S02360 amends the education law to allow nurse practitioners to diagnose and treat within their specialty, in collaboration with a licensed physician or nurse practitioner. The practice must follow a written practice agreement and protocols, with explicit provisions for resolving disagreements between the collaborating physician and the nurse practitioner. The bill also makes certain provisions permanent, ensuring these practices continue without expiration.