NAC632.535. Temporary approval to practice.

     1. A recent graduate of an accredited program for training as a nurse anesthetist may apply for temporary approval to practice as a nurse anesthetist. If temporary approval is granted, the applicant must take the first examination for certification available. During the period of the temporary approval, the applicant must practice under the direct supervision of a currently certified registered nurse anesthetist.

     2. A temporary approval to practice may also be issued to an applicant who has practiced as a nurse anesthetist in another state, has a license in this State as a registered nurse, is in good standing and not under investigation in any state, and is currently certified as a nurse anesthetist by a nationally organized group recognized by the Board.

     3. The temporary approval expires automatically:

     (a) On the date designated by the Board;

     (b) If the applicant fails the examination; or

     (c) If the applicant does not take the first examination available.

     (Added to NAC by Bd. of Nursing, eff. 8-5-86; A 2-6-90)