HB1131 to allow APRNs to delegate to medical assistants was heard in the Senate committee and members requested additional changes. It will be...

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HB1244 decreased the minimal practice hours to 2,000 hours to apply for a certificate of independent practice. It is expected to be heard on...

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Today HB1132 that increased patient access to care by APRNs (allowing NPs to prescribe Schedule II-V medications) was presented in the public...

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We are thrilled to announce that HB 1131 - Delegation has successfully passed out of the House Public Health Committee without opposition and with...

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Around a month ago, each of our members was sent an email linking them to legislators. We encourage all members to participate in the upcoming...

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This year, once again, we are committed to educating legislators on Arkansas NP practice, and we need your help. We have some important legislation...

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Update: A few years ago ANPA advocated for Nurse Practitioner signature authority legislation in Arkansas. The law passed updating the Arkansas...

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ANPA continues to receive questions about the Removal of Collaborative Practice Agreement despite Arkansas State Board of Nursing Chapter 11 Rules....

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The first CNS and out of state Full Independent Practice certificates were awarded this week from the Arkansas State Board of Nursing. There is...

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Non compete contacts can block workers from pursuing better opportunities and by preventing employers from hiring the best available talent. In...

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