Scope of Practice
Central Florida Doctor|July 2020
Governor Signs Law Allowing Qualified Nurse Practitioners to Operate Independently
TERESA SCHIFFER
Scope of Practice

IN MARCH, the Florida Legislature passed a bill allowing advanced practice registered nurses (APRNs) to independently operate primary care practices without the supervision of an attending doctor. Sponsored in part by Health Quality Subcommittee Chairman Rep. Cary Pigman, a Republican representing Avon Park, House Bill 607 allows nurse practitioners to practice autonomously, thereby increasing the number of qualified health professionals available to serve the medical needs of Florida’s residents. While various healthcare organizations, including Floridians Unite for Health Care, support the bill, some doctor groups have long opposed the measure.

Pigman has been working on this proposal since 2014 and cites Florida’s shortage of healthcare providers as the main reason for proposing this change to Florida’s healthcare system. He has first-hand expertise on this dearth from working as a doctor in rural areas.

Governor Ron DeSantis agreed with Pigman’s assessment and quickly signed the measure into law. He also signed another bill that was a top priority for House Speaker Jose Oliva, a Republican from Miami Lakes, that allows qualified pharmacists to treat chronic conditions if they have entered into an agreement with a physician. Pharmacists will now be able to independently treat conditions such as asthma, arthritis, and obesity, as well as test for and treat illnesses like strep throat and the flu.

この記事は Central Florida Doctor の July 2020 版に掲載されています。

7 日間の Magzter GOLD 無料トライアルを開始して、何千もの厳選されたプレミアム ストーリー、9,000 以上の雑誌や新聞にアクセスしてください。

この記事は Central Florida Doctor の July 2020 版に掲載されています。

7 日間の Magzter GOLD 無料トライアルを開始して、何千もの厳選されたプレミアム ストーリー、9,000 以上の雑誌や新聞にアクセスしてください。

CENTRAL FLORIDA DOCTORのその他の記事すべて表示
ON THE PULSE
Central Florida Doctor

ON THE PULSE

Healthcare professionals across the area finish 2020 on a strong note with accomplishments and awards

time-read
5 分  |
January 2021
RESOLUTIONS OF RESILIENCE
Central Florida Doctor

RESOLUTIONS OF RESILIENCE

Seven Habits for Healthcare Workers On the Edge of Burnout

time-read
5 分  |
January 2021
Glaucoma and Dry Eyes
Central Florida Doctor

Glaucoma and Dry Eyes

Eye doctors are excited this year with 2021 rolling in. It’s an excellent opportunity for us to shine some light on eye care topics that we would like to highlight. January is Glaucoma Awareness Month.

time-read
2 分  |
January 2021
CARE AFTER CRISIS
Central Florida Doctor

CARE AFTER CRISIS

Watson Clinic’s Dr. Kathleen Haggerty Opens Post-COVID Care Clinic

time-read
4 分  |
January 2021
A NEW ANGLE FOR HEALTHCARE CAREERS
Central Florida Doctor

A NEW ANGLE FOR HEALTHCARE CAREERS

Florida Polytechnic University Offers New Health Systems Engineering Program

time-read
3 分  |
January 2021
Basics for Patient Experience and Retention
Central Florida Doctor

Basics for Patient Experience and Retention

It’s easy to understand how the focus on improving patient experiences and shoring up retention efforts may have fallen by the wayside this year. We all know that medical practices are stretched thin as staff members work to accommodate social distancing measures and other COVID concerns.

time-read
1 min  |
January 2021
Protecting Our Elderly
Central Florida Doctor

Protecting Our Elderly

Psychologist Explains Dynamic of Suicide Among Seniors and Lists Precautions Doctors and Family Can Take

time-read
4 分  |
November 2020
The Cutting Edge
Central Florida Doctor

The Cutting Edge

Dr. Haq Brings His Expertise in Robotic Cardiothoracic Surgery to Bostick Heart Center

time-read
3 分  |
November 2020
On the pulse
Central Florida Doctor

On the pulse

Our Healthcare Specialists Are Working Harder Than Ever! Don’t Miss Out on All the Exciting Awards and Recognition

time-read
4 分  |
November 2020
Central Florida Doctor

The $uccess Formula

For Medical Practices, Lease Negotiations Go Beyond Location

time-read
3 分  |
September 2020