Nebraska 2023-2024 Regular Session

Nebraska Legislature Bill LB586

Introduced
1/17/23  
Refer
1/19/23  

Caption

Provide duties for the Nebraska Center for Nursing regarding clinical training sites

Impact

If passed, LB586 would modify existing laws related to nursing education and training in Nebraska. It would formally delineate the roles and duties of the Nebraska Center for Nursing concerning clinical education, including standards for clinical sites and the evaluation of training programs. This change is expected to facilitate better coordination between educational institutions and healthcare providers, ultimately resulting in a more competent nursing workforce. Additionally, the bill aims to improve the alignment of training quality with the needs of healthcare facilities across the state.

Summary

LB586 aims to establish specific responsibilities for the Nebraska Center for Nursing regarding the oversight and operation of clinical training sites. The bill is part of an effort to enhance the quality and availability of clinical training for nursing students within the state, thereby addressing ongoing workforce challenges in the healthcare sector. By mandating a clear framework for clinical training, LB586 seeks to ensure that nursing graduates are well-prepared for the demands of the profession, which is increasingly vital given the current healthcare landscape in Nebraska.

Contention

Discussions around LB586 may include various points of contention, particularly regarding the adequacy of resources and support for the Nebraska Center for Nursing to effectively implement the new duties outlined in the bill. Some stakeholders might raise concerns about the potential bureaucratic overhead that could accompany such regulatory changes, or question whether the Center has the capacity to adequately oversee all clinical training sites without additional funding or personnel. Advocates argue that these enhancements are necessary to uplift training standards and meet the state’s healthcare demands.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

NE LB1087

Adopt the Hospital Quality Assurance and Access Assessment Act and provide duties for the Nebraska Center for Nursing

NE LB474

Provide duties for the Nebraska State Historical Society relating to the Mayhew Cabin and Fort Robinson historical sites

NE LB642

Provide duties for the Adjutant General regarding Nebraska National Guard members impacted by the COVID-19 vaccine mandate

NE LB633

Provide duties for the Department of Economic Development regarding marketing for financial incentives offered by the State of Nebraska

NE LB503

Adopt the Rural Nebraska Nursing Workforce Act

NE LB382

Provide powers and duties for University of Nebraska police departments and police officers

NE LB671

Allow the Nebraska Training and Support Cash Fund to be used for retention of existing employees of Nebraska businesses

NE LR305

Congratulate Al Svajgr for receiving the NEBRASKAlander Award

NE LB1336

Change provisions of the Nebraska Broadband Bridge Act and transfer certain powers and duties to the Nebraska Broadband Office

NE LR306

Congratulate Carmen Tapio for receiving the NEBRASKAlander Award

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.