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Committee advances discussion on allowing LPNs to perform portions of assisted-living assessments with RN oversight
Summary
Senate File 2537 would allow licensed practical nurses to perform focused assessment tasks in assisted living, with registered nurse review; supporters said it would help facilities manage staffing shortages.
Senator Ann Rasmussen brought Senate File 2537, a bill to permit licensed practical nurses (LPNs) to perform focused assessment tasks in assisted-living settings subject to registered nurse review and to clarify that LPNs may conduct focused assessments consistent with Chapter 148.171.
Nicole Matson of Care Providers of Minnesota told the committee the state faces persistent workforce shortages (more than 12,500 vacancies across senior care in the most recent survey) and that LPNs are trained to conduct…
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