65-28b02. Same; definitions. As used in the independent practice of midwifery act:
(a) "Board" means the state board of healing arts.
(b) "Certified nurse-midwife" means an individual who:
(1) Is educated in the two disciplines of nursing and midwifery;
(2) is currently certified by a certifying board approved by the state board of nursing; and
(3) is currently licensed under the Kansas nurse practice act.
(c) "Independent practice of midwifery" means the provision of clinical services by a certified nurse-midwife without the requirement of a collaborative practice agreement with a person licensed to practice medicine and surgery when such clinical services are limited to those associated with a normal, uncomplicated pregnancy and delivery, including:
(1) The prescription of drugs and diagnostic tests;
(2) the performance of episiotomy or repair of a minor vaginal laceration;
(3) the initial care of the normal newborn; and
(4) family planning services, including treatment or referral of male partners for sexually-transmitted infections.
(d) The provisions of this section shall become effective on January 1, 2017.
History: L. 2016, ch. 92, ยง 89; July 1.
Structure Kansas Statutes
Article 28b - Independent Practice Of Midwifery Act
65-28b01 Independent practice of midwifery act; citation.
65-28b03 Same; standards and requirements for licensure.
65-28b04 Same; expiration of license.
65-28b07 Same; rules and regulations; standards of care.
65-28b08 Same; revocation, suspension, limitation, censure or denial of license; grounds.