EP 137: How Kansas Nurses Won Board of Nursing Legislative Reform

Nurse Practitioner, Amy Siple, is back to share her inspiring fight against the Kansas Board of Nursing's overreach, legislative victories, and how nurses can advocate for change. Discover the detailed process of passing House Bill 2528 and the legislative process for nurse licensing and Board of Nursing reform. Amy shares the "how to guide" to fighting for nursing rights and healthcare policy. The conversation also includes the Nurse Fair Treatment and Recovery Fund Bill.

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Guest links: Website - https://amysiple.com/ Email - amysiplenp@gmail.com Chapters: 00:00 Introduction to Amy Siple and Her Fight 04:12 Background: Unprofessional Conduct Accusations 08:30 Accountability and Oversight in Nursing 14:15 House Bill 2528: Key Provisions and Implications 25:54 Enema of the Week Award 32:48 The Political Landscape and Bipartisan Efforts 36:15 Media Influence and Public Perception 38:40 Auditing the Board of Nursing 43:30 Challenges in Advocacy and Support 47:00 Retaliation and Legal Battles 52:17 The Future of Nursing in Kansas 52:39 The Nurse Fair Treatment and Recovery Fund 57:15 I'm Just a Bill on Capital Hill Resources: House Bill 2528 - https://www.kslegislature.gov/bills/HB2528/

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