Review urges neutral, data‑driven process for scope‑of‑practice changes; recommends experience floor for APRNs
The Office of Professional Licensure Review recommended Aug. 20 that Utah adopt a neutral technical review process for scope‑of‑practice expansions, move speech/hearing licenses to mandatory certification, align APRN clinical‑experience expectations with PAs, and allow limited CRNA prescribing tied to perioperative continuity.
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The Office of Professional Licensure Review (OPLR) briefed the Business and Labor Interim Committee on Aug. 20 with recommendations to streamline scope‑of‑practice decisions and to adjust several health occupations’ regulatory models. Jeff Shumway, director of OPLR, joined by policy analyst Jordan Geege, said the office applied statutory criteria — safety, access and affordability — to evaluate nursing and allied‑health occupations.
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