Please place your request in writing using the criteria listed below. Forward your request to: wsbn.practice@wyo.gov. Be sure to attach copies of journal articles or other evidence-based resources from your search to support this proposed change. Below are some of the questions to address:

State the practice question. Example: “Is it within the scope of practice for an (CNA, LPN, RN, APRN, CRNA) to do . . .”

How is this in the best interest of the consumer (the recipient of the nursing service)?

Describe the current trends, standards (community, state, and national), nursing research, data and rationale that support this request.

Describe the impact on the nurse or CNA. Include how the scope of practice will be expanded and whether the practice would be considered independent, interdependent, or dependent.

Describe and analyze the risks, benefits and alternatives.

Describe the education components and/or requirements for initial and on-going competency.

Describe the relationship of this practice to current and previous practice decisions, statutes, regulations, and advisory opinions.

Include your name, place of employment and a phone number where you can be reached.