Select an active bill at the state or federal level that impacts the professional practice of nursing. In a 3-4 page paper (excluding the title and reference pages), summarize the provisions of the bill and clearly explain what the bill will accomplish. 

You will need to choose a bill that has an impact on the nursing profession. This can be a state-level or federal law. On official government sites such as Congress.gov and the National Conference of State Legislatures, you can find bills that are related to nursing. You should carefully read and note the provisions of each bill you find.

Start by summarizing the purpose and the main provisions of the Bill. You should then identify and describe in depth the main provisions of the legislation. You should, for example, explain how the legislation would expand the practice of advanced practitioners nurses. It could be that they are allowed to act more independently or prescribe drugs, and perform specific procedures. It is important to discuss the potential impact of these provisions on patient care, healthcare and nursing professionals.

Focus on intended benefits and outcomes when explaining the purpose of a bill. You could, for example, discuss the benefits of allowing nurses greater autonomy in order to provide better healthcare to underserved areas. This would lead to improved patient outcomes and reduced healthcare costs. To support your argument, you may want to use research or opinions from experts.

You should not only summarize the contents of the legislation and explain what will be accomplished, but also include any pertinent history, relevant votes and the issues which are holding up the legislation. It will give a wider context to the bill, and help explain its importance for nurses.

Summary: To summarize and research a nursing bill, you will need to read carefully, analyze, and use critical thinking. It is important to be able provide a concise and clear summary, as well as explain the intended benefits and outcomes of the bill.