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HB 883

Advanced Practice Registered Nurse Autonomous Practice

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Jason Shoaf

Bill would allow Advanced Practice Registered Nurses to practice independently without physician collaboration or oversight agreements, expanding their professional autonomy in Florida.

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Bill Summary · HB 883

Legislative bill overview

HB 883 would allow Advanced Practice Registered Nurses (APRNs) in Florida to practice autonomously without requiring physician oversight or collaboration agreements. Currently, APRNs must work under a physician's supervision or have a collaborative agreement with a licensed physician to provide patient care.

Why is this important

This bill addresses healthcare workforce capacity and patient access to care, particularly in rural and underserved areas where physician shortages are acute. The outcome directly affects millions of Floridians' healthcare options, costs, and the professional scope available to nurses with advanced training.

Potential points of contention

  • Medical community opposition: Physician organizations typically argue that independent APRN practice without physician oversight compromises quality control, patient safety, and diagnostic accuracy in complex cases
  • Patient safety debate: Disagreement exists over whether APRNs have sufficient training for autonomous practice versus physicians' assertion that collaborative oversight protects patients
  • Economic/turf concerns: Physicians may view autonomous APRN practice as economic competition and encroachment on their professional domain

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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