The proposed bill establishes the "Certified Dialysis Patient Care Technician Act" under Arkansas Code Title 17, Chapter 87, by adding a new subchapter dedicated to the regulation and certification of dialysis patient care technicians. The Act aims to ensure public health and safety through the proper utilization of these technicians in administering hemodialysis. It defines a dialysis patient care technician and outlines the tasks they are authorized to perform under the supervision of a registered nurse.

To register as a dialysis patient care technician, individuals must meet specific criteria, including educational requirements, employment status, and successful completion of a national certification examination within a specified timeframe. The bill also mandates the creation of a Dialysis Patient Care Technician Registry, maintained by the Arkansas State Board of Nursing, which will include essential information about each registered technician. Additionally, the Act clarifies that registration as a dialysis patient care technician does not require them to register as a medication assistive person and does not apply to those working directly with a licensed physician.