Oklahoma 2023 Regular Session

Oklahoma House Bill HB1804

Introduced
2/6/23  

Caption

Nursing; Oklahoma Private Duty Nursing Initiative Act of 2023; effective date.

Impact

If enacted, HB1804 will provide a legal framework that may improve regulatory oversight for private duty nursing in Oklahoma. This could lead to higher standards in patient care and professional accountability, as private duty nurses will have to adhere to regulations set forth in the initiative. The explicit recognition of private duty nursing as a formal sector may enhance the professional environment for nurses and offer greater clarity regarding the expectations and responsibilities involved in providing personalized nursing care.

Summary

House Bill 1804 introduces the Oklahoma Private Duty Nursing Initiative Act of 2023, aimed at establishing a framework for private duty nursing services within the state. This initiative appears to be a response to the growing demand for personalized nursing care that operates outside of traditional healthcare facilities. By creating a formal structure for private duty nursing, the bill seeks to ensure that these services are recognized and regulated under Oklahoma state law, enhancing patient care options and providing a legal basis for nursing practices that cater to individual needs outside institutional settings.

Contention

One notable point of contention around HB1804 could center on the implementation of new regulations. Stakeholders might debate the balance between ensuring high-quality patient care and avoiding overly burdensome regulations that could stifle the growth of private duty nursing services. Additionally, discussions may focus on how the initiative impacts existing healthcare service providers and their ability to compete with specialized private duty nursing offerings. The effectiveness of the initiative in addressing existing gaps in home health services while also safeguarding patient interests will likely be scrutinized.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

OK HB1804

Nursing; Oklahoma Private Duty Nursing Initiative Act of 2023; effective date.

OK HB2778

Nursing; Oklahoma Public Health Reform Act of 2023; effective date.

OK HB2778

Nursing; Oklahoma Public Health Reform Act of 2023; effective date.

OK HB2639

Nursing; Nursing Reform Act of 2023; effective date.

OK HB2639

Nursing; Nursing Reform Act of 2023; effective date.

OK SB220

Practice of nursing; removing certain limitation on appointees to the Oklahoma Board of Nursing. Effective date.

OK SB220

Practice of nursing; removing certain limitation on appointees to the Oklahoma Board of Nursing. Effective date.

OK SB1291

Practice of nursing; removing certain limitation on appointees to the Oklahoma Board of Nursing. Effective date.

OK HB3747

Soldiers and sailors; Oklahoma Veterans Commission; Commission powers and duties; State Veterans Homes; Oklahoma Department of Veterans Affairs; private nursing facilities; effective date.

OK HB3425

Nursing homes; requirements for certain private methods of care; effective date.

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.