Nursing: students in out-of-state nursing programs.
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- Introduced
- Passed Assembly
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill expands the ability for California nursing students enrolled in distance education programs at out-of-state schools to gain clinical experience in California. It allows students to provide nursing services under the supervision of a licensed registered nurse, provided the program meets specific accreditation and faculty-to-student ratio requirements. The bill also restricts out-of-state institutions from receiving clinical placements that would otherwise be available to in-state students.
Key provisions
- Allows California residents enrolled in out-of-state distance nursing programs to gain clinical experience in California.
- Requires out-of-state programs to meet specific accreditation and faculty-to-student ratio standards.
- Mandates in-person supervision by a licensed registered nurse.
- Prohibits out-of-state institutions from receiving clinical placements needed by in-state students.
- Requires out-of-state institutions to pay a $100 fee to the Board of Registered Nursing for each student participating in clinical placements.
Who is affected
- Nursing students
- California nursing programs
- Out-of-state nursing schools
- Clinical agencies and facilities
- Registered Nurses
Notable changes
- Expands the scope of nursing services students can provide under certain conditions.
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