Assembly Bill 294 proposes amendments to the composition of the Board of Nursing in Wisconsin. Currently, the board consists of nine members, including five licensed registered nurses, one licensed practical nurse, one individual who is either a licensed registered nurse or a licensed practical nurse, and two public members. The bill seeks to reduce the number of registered nurses on the board from five to three and introduces new positions for one currently certified advanced practice nurse prescriber and one nurse educator. The revised board structure will include three registered nurses, one practical nurse, one advanced practice nurse prescriber, one nurse educator, one member who is either a registered or practical nurse, and two public members.

Additionally, the bill stipulates that two of the currently licensed registered nurse members whose terms expire first after the bill's effective date must be replaced by the newly designated advanced practice nurse prescriber and nurse educator. This change aims to enhance the board's expertise and representation in nursing practice and education, reflecting the evolving landscape of healthcare in Wisconsin.

Statutes affected:
Text as Enrolled: 15.405(7g), 15.405
Bill Text: 15.405(7g), 15.405