Important Update on applying for AAPRN status

After a lengthy discussion today with the Board of Nursing, clarification was provided on who can apply for the AAPRN. The Board's understanding of its implementation of the new law is that any APRN (with the exception of CRNAs since the law clearly does not authorize them to practice autonomously) may apply for autonomous practice. The BON will approve APRNs who apply and meet the registration requirements. APRNs will need to determine their level of practice based upon the law and rules once adopted. The APRN needs to read the law and make a determination for him or herself as to applicability in the autonomous practice setting.  If the APRN is not sure then they will need to seek private legal counsel or file a petition for declaratory statement with the Board of Nursing. The BON realizes many have questions and those will be addressed as they continue to implement the law. 

When sending in CEU or course documentation for the Pharmacology and Differential Diagnosis requirements, it may help to send in your CE certificate or course name, course description and course objectives for the CE/Course you have taken to help the board staff make the decision on whether the course/CE submitted has met the requirements. This may help prevent denials of your application and resubmission of documents.

Please review the Florida Statute 464.0123 on Autonomous Practice by an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse