Modernizes respiratory care practice in North Carolina by updating licensing requirements and clarifying scope of practice.

The Respiratory Care Modernization Act updates the North Carolina General Statutes to reflect current respiratory care practices. It establishes the North Carolina Respiratory Care Board, consisting of ten members, including respiratory care practitioners, physicians, and public representatives. The act defines the scope of practice for advanced respiratory care practitioners, who can perform tasks related to cardiovascular and cardiopulmonary systems under physician supervision. It also outlines licensure requirements, including education, examination, and fees.

Modernizes respiratory care practice in North Carolina by updating licensing requirements and clarifying scope of practice.

The Respiratory Care Modernization Act updates the North Carolina General Statutes to reflect current respiratory care practices. It establishes the North Carolina Respiratory Care Board, consisting of ten members, including respiratory care practitioners, physicians, and public representatives. The act defines the scope of practice for advanced respiratory care practitioners, who can perform tasks related to cardiovascular and cardiopulmonary systems under physician supervision. It also outlines licensure requirements, including education, examination, and fees.