Advocacy

Take Action & Support Bill S1983 / A944 Eliminating Practice Restrictions for Advanced Practice Nurses (APNs)

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Senate Health, Human Services and Senior Citizens

Thursday, December 15, 2022 - 1:00 PM

Committee Room 4, First Floor, State House Annex, Trenton, NJ

(Audio Only)

September 9, 2024 - Executive Order 112 has been enacted to allow advanced practice nurses (APNs) to practice independently, without the need for a collaborative agreement with a physician. This order recognizes the critical role of APNs in delivering high-quality healthcare, especially in underserved areas. By allowing APNs to operate autonomously, the order aims to enhance patient access to care, streamline healthcare services, and leverage the expertise of these skilled professionals. This initiative underscores the importance of advanced practice nursing in the evolving healthcare landscape, promoting a more efficient and responsive healthcare system. SPAPN has advocated to have NJ be one of the 4 states to have this temporary waiver still in place, even though the emergency orders have been lifted, E112 is still in effect.