The regulations regarding nurse practitioners’ ability to practice independently vary from state to state in the United States. Some states have granted full practice authority to nurse practitioners, allowing them to practice independently without physician supervision or collaboration agreements.
Here is a list of states where nurse practitioners can have their private practice and enjoy full practice authority as of September 2021:
1. Alaska
2. Arizona
3. Colorado
4. Connecticut
5. Hawaii
6. Idaho
7. Iowa
8. Maine
9. Maryland
10. Minnesota
11. Montana
12. Nebraska
13. Nevada
14. New Hampshire
15. New Mexico
16. North Dakota
17. Oregon
18. Rhode Island
19. Vermont
20. Washington
21. Wyoming
Please note that regulations and laws regarding nurse practitioners’ scope of practice can change, so it’s essential to check with the respective state’s board of nursing or professional regulatory body for the most up-to-date information on nurse practitioner practice authority in a specific state or keep up to date with Carrersforapp website.
