State Regulation Resources for Iowa
| Source | Type of Guidance | Impact | Guidance* |
Iowa Board of Nursing
| RN – Practice: Frequently Asked Questions | RNs
| Q. Is it within the scope of practice of the RN to administer and monitor anesthetic medications for the purpose of operative, invasive and diagnostic procedures?
A. The Iowa Board of Nursing does not have a rule, regulation or position on the RN administering anesthetic medications for the purpose of operative, invasive and diagnostic procedures. As with any task/function that the nurse carries out, it is important to remember the nurse must be educated and competent in the task/function. The nurse retains accountability for her/his actions.
Read the Nursing Practice FAQ
(No document date provided. Date Accessed: 02/11/10)
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| Iowa Board of Nursing | Nursing Board Decisions
| RNs | Summary: Board of Nursing Meeting
September 10-11, 2008 – Page 6
The board voted to rescind the position statement adopted by the Board of Nursing on September 19, 2007 regarding the administration of Propofol. Read complete minutes of the meeting Summary: Board of Nursing Meeting
September 12-14, 2007 – Page 5
The board voted to find that it is not within the scope of practice of the registered nurse to administer Propofol (Diprivan) during operative, invasive and diagnostic procedures in any type of health care setting. Read complete minutes of the meeting |
Other State Resources
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Iowa Board of Nursing
Iowa Administrative Code: Nursing Practice
Iowa Nurses Association
Iowa Board of Medicine
Iowa Association of Nurse Anesthetists
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*This page last updated February 11, 2010. The summaries, links and other materials provided on this page are for informational purposes only, may not be comprehensive or applicable to your situation, and nothing on this website constitutes medical, nursing or legal advice. Other rules or regulations may apply. Please consult a lawyer to determine compliance with all applicable laws, rules and regulations. Please consult the Iowa State Board of Nursing or other appropriate medical professionals or administrators before administering anesthetic or sedative products, to determine proper conduct in your particular situation, to assess currentness of regulations, and to comply with individual facility guidelines and policies.