First, many questions were asked about what exactly is the Joint Committee? So, let’s break it down:
The Joint Committee (JC) is a collaborative committee established by the Alabama Board of Nursing (ABN) and the Alabama Board of Medical Examiners (ABME). Its PRIMARY PURPOSE is to MAKE RECOMMENDATIONS to the ABN and ABME who oversee and regulate Certified Registered Nurse Practitioners (CRNPs) and Certified Nurse Midwives (CNMs) collaborative practice in Alabama.
These recommendations pertain to collaborative practice including rules, protocols, and formularies.
Key Functions:
Reviewing Collaborative Practice Agreements: The committee reviews and approves agreements between nurse practitioners/nurse midwives and supervising physicians.
Setting Practice Guidelines: Makes recommendations for protocols, formularies, and standards for collaborative practice.
Advisory Role: Provides recommendations to both the ABN and ABME on matters related to advanced practice nursing.
Ensuring Compliance: Helps to ensure that CRNPs and CNMs practice within the legal framework set by Alabama law.
The committee plays a crucial role in advanced practice nursing and maintaining high standards of patient care in Alabama.
