H 2480
An Act regarding registered nurse first assistants
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Bill overview
This bill establishes the role of Registered Nurse First Assistants (RNFAs) in Massachusetts healthcare settings. It aims to clarify the scope of practice and responsibilities of RNFAs, allowing them to perform certain medical tasks under the supervision of a physician or other licensed provider. The legislation seeks to improve access to immediate medical care and support, particularly in areas with limited access to physicians.
Key provisions
- Defines the scope of practice for Registered Nurse First Assistants.
- Specifies the types of medical tasks RNFAs can perform.
- Establishes requirements for RNFAs’ training and qualifications.
- Outlines the supervision responsibilities of physicians or licensed providers.
- Addresses the role of RNFAs in emergency medical services.
- Clarifies the relationship between RNFAs and other healthcare professionals.
Who is affected
- Registered Nurses
- Physicians
- Healthcare Facilities
- Patients
- Emergency Medical Services Personnel
Notable changes
- Formalizes the role of RNFAs within the Massachusetts healthcare system.
- Provides greater clarity on the delegation of medical tasks.
- May expand access to immediate medical care.
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Primary sponsor
David Paul Linsky
Cosponsor
David Paul Linsky
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Bill H.2480 194th (Current)
An Act regarding registered nurse first assistants
By Representative Linsky of Natick, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2480) of David Paul Linsky relative to registered nurse first assistants. Public Health.
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Presenter: David Paul Linsky
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Displaying 6 actions for Bill H.2480
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | House | Referred to the committee on Public Health |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Senate concurred |
| 7/3/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 07/14/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-1 |
| 7/14/2025 | Joint | Hearing rescheduled to 07/14/2025 from 01:00 PM-06:45 PM in A-1 and Virtual Hearing updated to New End Time |
| 7/14/2025 | Joint | Hearing rescheduled to 07/14/2025 from 01:00 PM-06:05 PM in A-1 and Virtual Hearing updated to New End Time |
| 3/16/2026 | House | Accompanied a study order, see H5234 |
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