Welcome to the Florida Nurse Practitioner Handbook! The Florida Association of Nurse Practitioners (FLANP) has undertaken this endeavor to provide current and prospective nurse practitioners a general overview of the practice environment in Florida in one place. By no means is this meant to be exhaustive or complete, as the laws and other practice framework are constantly changing and evolving. Specific state statutes and rules are discussed and referenced by number where appropriate. We urge you to remain up to date on these, as they do change from time to time. As of the writing of this book, the information discussed is current. All statutes noted herein are from Florida Statutes and are up to date as of the time of printing and have been reviewed for accuracy by a law firm with healthcare specialization. While we will touch on how the scope of practice for nurse practitioners in Florida is regulated as it relates to clinical practice, licensure, relevant business topics, and disciplinary issues, we advise the reader to always consult the appropriate professional guidance for specific information. This may include use of a skilled healthcare attorney. If there are questions, seeking clarification from the Florida Board of Nursing and your state professional organization is always advised. We at FLANP are more than happy to help you navigate the difficult waters of legislation and practice nuances in Florida. Please note that all state statutes (§) referenced are from Florida. No other state laws, rules, codes, or regulations are referenced. This book, and the information contained herein, do not apply to APRN (NP) practice in any other state than Florida. No information contained in this book should be considered as financial, tax, or legal advice. Your reliance on information and content obtained by you at or through this publication is solely at your own risk. The author assumes no liability or responsibility for damage or injury to y