SB 810
Clarifying requirements for administration of anesthesia and chronic pain practice by certain licensed nurses
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Bill overview
This bill clarifies the qualifications for nurses to administer anesthesia and provide chronic pain management services in West Virginia. It expands the scope of practice for certified registered nurse anesthetists (CRNAs), allowing them to administer anesthesia in collaboration with physicians, dentists, podiatrists, advanced practice registered nurses, and physician assistants. The bill also requires CRNAs to consult with other healthcare providers when involved in chronic pain practice and outlines specific educational and certification requirements for CRNAs.
Key provisions
- Expands the scope of practice for Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists (CRNAs) to administer anesthesia in collaboration with other healthcare professionals.
- Requires CRNAs to consult with other healthcare providers when practicing in chronic pain management.
- Establishes specific educational and certification requirements for CRNAs, including graduation from a nationally accredited graduate program.
- Allows CRNAs to use titles such as ‘certified registered nurse anesthetist’ or ‘nurse anesthesiologist’.
- Clarifies that physicians are not liable for the actions of CRNAs administering anesthesia under this law.
- Defines ‘cooperation’ between healthcare providers in the context of anesthesia administration.
- Specifies that healthcare facilities can establish their own requirements for CRNAs practicing within their facilities.
Who is affected
- Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists (CRNAs)
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