A bill that changes practices and certification requirements for nurses has passed a Wisconsin Assembly committee.
The APRN Modernization Act, supported by 3rd District Assemblyman Ron Tusler, would create a system of licensure for advanced practice registered nurses (APRNs).
Currently, the Board of Nursing only issues licenses for Registered Nurses (RNs).
According to Tusler, Governor Tony Evers vetoed a similar bill last session.
However, a deal has been made this time around. He continues to say the bill will “help with flexibility in our healthcare system, especially in rural areas.”
The Harrison Republican also noted that the APRN Modernization Act will enable highly trained nurses to fill the gaps in rural areas and that it’s great to see the bill garner bipartisan support, as it deserves.
According to Evers, he vetoed the previous version because the licensure practice standards “didn’t provide adequate experience requirements, titling protections, and safeguards for patients who may be treated for chronic pain management.”
The bill passed the Assembly Committee on Health, Aging, and Long-Term Care unanimously and is moving to the Wisconsin Senate.
