848 IAC 4-1-3
848 IAC 4-1-3 "Advanced practice nurse" defined
Cite as Ind. Admin. Code tit. 848, r. 4-1-3
Sec. 3. (a) "Advanced practice nurse" means a registered nurse holding a current license in Indiana who:
(1) has obtained additional knowledge and skill through a formal, organized program of study and clinical experience, or its equivalent,
as determined by the board;
(2) functions in an expanded role of nursing at a specialized level through the application of advanced knowledge and skills to provide
healthcare to individuals, families, or groups in a variety of settings, including, but not limited to:
(A) homes;
(B) institutions;
(C) offices;
(D) industries;
(E) schools;
(F) community agencies;
(G) private practice;
(H) hospital outpatient clinics; and
(I) health maintenance organizations; and
(3) makes independent decisions about the nursing needs of clients.
(b) The three (3) categories of advanced practice nurses as defined in IC 25-23-1-1 are as follows:
(1) Nurse practitioner as defined in section 4 of this rule.
(2) Certified nurse-midwife as defined in 848 IAC 3-1.
(3) Clinical nurse specialist as defined in section 5 of this rule.