The bill amends section 893.05 of the Florida Statutes to expand the authority of practitioners regarding the administration of controlled substances. Specifically, it allows practitioners to cause a certified paramedic to administer a controlled substance, in addition to the existing provisions that permit licensed nurses and intern practitioners to do so under the practitioner's direction and supervision.

The new legal language inserted into the statute includes the terms "a certified" and "paramedic," which explicitly recognizes certified paramedics as qualified individuals who can administer controlled substances under the supervision of a practitioner. This change aims to enhance the capabilities of paramedics in emergency situations, thereby improving patient care and response times. The bill is set to take effect upon becoming law.

Statutes affected:
H 519 Filed: 893.05