HB5021

Relating to the limited circumstances in which a registered nurse may administer anesthetics.

Introduced·2/2/26

Allows registered nurses to administer anesthetics in specific situations.

This bill permits registered nurses to administer anesthetics in limited circumstances, such as in acute care settings for intubated and ventilated patients or during emergency airway management. It specifies that these actions must be in cooperation with a physician, dentist, or podiatrist. The bill also mandates that the Board of Nursing report to the Legislature on any issues or complications arising from these practices.

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Where it stands

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Sponsors

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Calendar

Feb 10

3:30 PM

House Committee on Health and Human Resources Meeting

Feb 10

3:30 PM

Standing Committee on Health and Human Resources Meeting

History

Feb 13

House

On 2nd reading, Special Calendar

Feb 13

House

Placed on House Calendar

Feb 13

House

On 2nd reading, House Calendar