February 14, 2025
Nurse Practitioners (NPs) in Virginia are required to establish a Collaborative Practice Agreement (CPA) with a licensed physician to practice and obtain prescriptive authority, as mandated by the Virginia Board of Nursing. This agreement outlines the scope of practice, prescriptive privileges, and the collaborative relationship between the NP and the supervising physician. The State of Virginia provides official guidelines and a template for this process.
A Advanced Practice Nurse Practice Agreement Template is available here.
Yes, Virginia law mandates that NPs must have a Collaborative Practice Agreement (CPA) with a licensed physician to practice and prescribe medications. This requirement is outlined in the Virginia Administrative Code 18VAC90-40-90.
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