2006 Senate Bill 1245

Let APN nurses write certain prescriptions

Introduced in the Senate

May 4, 2006

Introduced by Sen. Beverly Hammerstrom (R-17)

To allow advanced practice nurses (APNs) to write prescriptions for certain medications that fall within their area of expertise. APNs are registered nurses who have completed master's programs in specialty health care areas, including pharmacology.

Referred to the Committee on Health Policy