This bill amends several sections of the Reissue Revised Statutes of Nebraska related to certified nurse midwives, primarily by eliminating the requirement for practice agreements and modifying the definitions and scope of practice for certified nurse midwives. Key changes include the removal of the term "collaboration" in favor of a broader definition of "consultation," which allows certified nurse midwives to seek advice from other health care providers without the constraints of a collaborative relationship. The bill also introduces new definitions, such as "health care provider" and "referral," while clarifying the roles and responsibilities of certified nurse midwives in providing health care services.

Additionally, the bill repeals certain sections that previously governed the practice of certified nurse midwives, including those that outlined the conditions under which they were required to refer cases to collaborating licensed practitioners. The amendments aim to streamline the practice of certified nurse midwives, allowing them to operate more independently while still ensuring they can provide comprehensive care, including prenatal, postpartum, and gynecological services, as well as the ability to prescribe medications and manage patient care within their scope of practice.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 38-206, 38-601, 38-603, 38-604, 38-606, 38-607, 38-608, 38-610, 38-611, 44-2803