The Florida Senate

464.0115  Certification of clinical nurse specialists.--

(1)  Any nurse seeking certification as a clinical nurse specialist must apply to the department and submit proof that he or she holds a current license to practice professional nursing, a master's degree in a clinical nursing specialty, and current certification in a specialty area as a clinical nurse specialist from a nationally recognized certifying body as determined by the board.

(2)  The board shall certify, and the department shall issue a certificate to, any nurse who fulfills the qualifications of this section. The board shall establish an application fee not to exceed $75 and a biennial renewal fee not to exceed $75.

(3)  The board may adopt rules necessary to administer this section pursuant to ss. 120.536(1) and 120.54

History.--s. 2, ch. 2007-167.