Defines the practice of nursing for advanced practice registered nurses in North Carolina.

The bill defines the practice of nursing for advanced practice registered nurses (APRNs) in North Carolina. It specifies the roles and responsibilities of APRNs, including certified nurse practitioners, certified nurse midwives, certified registered nurse anesthetists, and clinical nurse specialists. The bill outlines the scope of practice for each APRN role, emphasizing patient assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and consultation. It also mandates that APRNs must be licensed by the North Carolina Board of Nursing to practice.

Defines the practice of nursing for advanced practice registered nurses in North Carolina.

The bill defines the practice of nursing for advanced practice registered nurses (APRNs) in North Carolina. It specifies the roles and responsibilities of APRNs, including certified nurse practitioners, certified nurse midwives, certified registered nurse anesthetists, and clinical nurse specialists. The bill outlines the scope of practice for each APRN role, emphasizing patient assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and consultation. It also mandates that APRNs must be licensed by the North Carolina Board of Nursing to practice.