This bill proposes to replace the term "medication assistive person" with "certified medication assistant" throughout the relevant Arkansas Code sections (17-87-701 to 17-87-708). It establishes the certification requirements, qualifications, and scope of practice for certified medication assistants. Key changes include the definition of a certified medication assistant, which is now a person certified by the Arkansas State Board of Nursing to administer certain nonprescription and legend drugs in designated facilities. The bill also outlines the necessary qualifications for certification, including completion of a training course of at least 115 hours and passing an examination.

Additionally, the bill specifies the scope of work for certified medication assistants, which includes administering medications under the supervision of a licensed nurse, while prohibiting them from handling controlled substances or performing certain medical tasks. The Arkansas State Board of Nursing is given the authority to deny, suspend, or revoke certifications based on various grounds, including unprofessional conduct or criminal activity. The bill also introduces penalties for violations of the subchapter, including fines and civil penalties for non-compliance.