This bill amends the requirements for licensed nurse assistant (LNA) licensure application materials by providing an additional option for applicants. Specifically, it modifies RSA 326-B:19, I to remove the phrase "board approved" and replace it with "board-approved," ensuring consistency in terminology. Furthermore, it introduces a new option for documentation, allowing applicants to submit proof of successful completion of a fundamentals of nursing curriculum, or its equivalent, from a board-approved nursing education program, in addition to the existing requirement of certification from a board-approved nursing assistant education program.

The bill aims to enhance the flexibility of the LNA licensure process by recognizing a broader range of educational backgrounds, thereby potentially increasing the pool of qualified candidates. The changes will take effect upon the bill's passage, which is approved for May 08, 2025.

Statutes affected:
As Amended by the Senate: 326-B:19
As Amended by the House: 326-B:19
Version adopted by both bodies: 326-B:19
CHAPTERED FINAL VERSION: 326-B:19