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IN Code § 25-23-1-34 (2021)
2021 Indiana Code|Title 25. Professions and Occupations|Article 23. Nurses|Chapter 1. Licensing of Nurses; Creation of Board; Education Programs|25-23-1-34. Impaired Nurses Account

Sec. 34. (a) The impaired nurses account is established within the state general fund for the purposes of providing money for:(1) providing rehabilitation of impaired registered nurses or licensed practical nurses under this article;(2) funding the education compliance officer provided for under section 21.5 of this chapter; and(3) carrying out any of the duties of the board.The account shall be administered by the Indiana professional licensing agency.(b) Expenses of administering the account shall be paid from money in the account. The account consists of the following:(1) Funds collected for the rehabilitation of impaired registered nurses and impaired licensed practical nurses under sections 11(e), 12(d), and 16.1(d) of this chapter.(2) Funds collected under section 31(c)(2) of this chapter.(3) Fines collected from registered nurses or licensed practical nurses under IC 25-1-9-9(a)(6).(c) The treasurer of state shall invest the money in the account not currently needed to meet the obligations of the account in the same manner as other public money may be invested.(d) Money in the account is appropriated to the board for the purposes stated in subsection (a).(e) The amount paid from the impaired nurses account in a state fiscal year for the purposes stated in subsection (a)(2) and (a)(3) may not exceed twelve and one-half percent (12.5%) of the average yearly revenue of the impaired nurses account for the two (2) preceding state fiscal years.As added by P.L.127-1994, SEC.3. Amended by P.L.181-2002, SEC.11; P.L.1-2006, SEC.454; P.L.1-2007, SEC.176; P.L.134-2008, SEC.33; P.L.74-2013, SEC.2.
IN Code § 25-23-1-35 (2021)
2021 Indiana Code|Title 25. Professions and Occupations|Article 23. Nurses|Chapter 1. Licensing of Nurses; Creation of Board; Education Programs|25-23-1-35. Requirements to Practice as a Forensic Nurse; Continuing Education

Sec. 35. (a) Except as provided in subsection (c), in order for an individual to practice as a forensic nurse, the individual must meet the following requirements:(1) Holds an active license as a registered nurse under this article.(2) Completes a biennial forensic nursing educational program that has either been:(A) identified by the state department of health's statewide sexual assault nurse examiners (SANE) coordinator and administered by the Indiana SANE training project; or(B) approved by the board and that is substantially equivalent to a program described in clause (A).(3) Submits to the board a certificate of completion of a program described in subdivision (2).(b) The board shall determine the criteria and requirements for biennial continuing education for a forensic nurse, taking into consideration programs approved by the state department of health's statewide sexual assault nurse examiners (SANE) coordinator or provided by the Indiana SANE training project. A forensic nurse shall meet the continuing education requirements set by the board under this subsection in order to continue practicing as a forensic nurse.(c) A forensic nurse who is practicing as a forensic nurse on June 30, 2021, is not required to meet the education requirements set forth in subsection (a)(2) until June 30, 2023.As added by P.L.90-2021, SEC.2.
IN Code § 25-23.4-1-1 (2021)
2021 Indiana Code|Title 25. Professions and Occupations|Article 23.4. Certified Direct Entry Midwives|Chapter 1. Definitions|25-23.4-1-1. Application of Definitions

Sec. 1. The definitions in this chapter apply throughout this article.As added by P.L.232-2013, SEC.20.
IN Code § 25-23.4-1-2 (2021)
2021 Indiana Code|Title 25. Professions and Occupations|Article 23.4. Certified Direct Entry Midwives|Chapter 1. Definitions|25-23.4-1-2. "Antepartum Period"

Sec. 2. "Antepartum period" means the period that begins when a woman becomes pregnant and ends when the birthing period begins.As added by P.L.232-2013, SEC.20.
IN Code § 25-23.4-1-3 (2021)
2021 Indiana Code|Title 25. Professions and Occupations|Article 23.4. Certified Direct Entry Midwives|Chapter 1. Definitions|25-23.4-1-3. "Board"

Sec. 3. "Board" refers to the medical licensing board of Indiana.As added by P.L.232-2013, SEC.20.
IN Code § 25-23.4-1-4 (2021)
2021 Indiana Code|Title 25. Professions and Occupations|Article 23.4. Certified Direct Entry Midwives|Chapter 1. Definitions|25-23.4-1-4. "Certified Direct Entry Midwife"; "Cdem"

Sec. 4. (a) "Certified direct entry midwife" or "CDEM" means an individual who is a certified direct entry midwife and certified under this article.(b) The term does not include any of the following:(1) An individual engaged in the practice of medicine under IC 25-22.5.(2) A certified nurse midwife engaged only in the practice of midwifery under IC 25-23.(3) An individual providing emergency medical services.As added by P.L.232-2013, SEC.20.
IN Code § 25-23.4-1-5 (2021)
2021 Indiana Code|Title 25. Professions and Occupations|Article 23.4. Certified Direct Entry Midwives|Chapter 1. Definitions|25-23.4-1-5. "Committee"

Sec. 5. "Committee" refers to the midwifery committee established by IC 25-23.4-2.As added by P.L.232-2013, SEC.20.
IN Code § 25-23.4-1-6 (2021)
2021 Indiana Code|Title 25. Professions and Occupations|Article 23.4. Certified Direct Entry Midwives|Chapter 1. Definitions|25-23.4-1-6. "Intrapartum Period"

Sec. 6. "Intrapartum period" means the period that begins when a woman starts labor and ends when the woman gives birth.As added by P.L.232-2013, SEC.20.
IN Code § 25-23.4-1-7 (2021)
2021 Indiana Code|Title 25. Professions and Occupations|Article 23.4. Certified Direct Entry Midwives|Chapter 1. Definitions|25-23.4-1-7. "Licensing Agency"

Sec. 7. "Licensing agency" refers to the Indiana professional licensing agency.As added by P.L.232-2013, SEC.20.
IN Code § 25-23.4-1-8 (2021)
2021 Indiana Code|Title 25. Professions and Occupations|Article 23.4. Certified Direct Entry Midwives|Chapter 1. Definitions|25-23.4-1-8. "Postpartum Period"

Sec. 8. "Postpartum period" means the six (6) week period after a birth.As added by P.L.232-2013, SEC.20.
IN Code § 25-23.4-1-9 (2021)
2021 Indiana Code|Title 25. Professions and Occupations|Article 23.4. Certified Direct Entry Midwives|Chapter 1. Definitions|25-23.4-1-9. "Practice of Midwifery"

Sec. 9. "Practice of midwifery" means services delivered by a certified direct entry midwife, including, for compensation, to advise, attend, or assist a woman during pregnancy, labor, natural childbirth, or the postpartum period. The term includes the following:(1) Providing the mother with individualized prenatal care.(2) Identifying and referring women who require obstetrical attention.(3) Providing the mother with continuous direct participation and assistance during labor and delivery.(4) Administering medications as provided in IC 25-23.4-4-5.(5) Providing the mother with postpartum support.(6) Providing normal newborn care.As added by P.L.232-2013, SEC.20.
IN Code § 25-23.4-2-1 (2021)
2021 Indiana Code|Title 25. Professions and Occupations|Article 23.4. Certified Direct Entry Midwives|Chapter 2. Midwifery Committee|25-23.4-2-1. Midwifery Committee Established

Sec. 1. The midwifery committee is established to provide recommendations and information to the board.As added by P.L.232-2013, SEC.20.
IN Code § 25-23.4-2-2 (2021)
2021 Indiana Code|Title 25. Professions and Occupations|Article 23.4. Certified Direct Entry Midwives|Chapter 2. Midwifery Committee|25-23.4-2-2. Members

Sec. 2. Subject to IC 25-1-6.5-3, the committee consists of three (3) members appointed by the governor who are certified direct entry midwives.As added by P.L.232-2013, SEC.20. Amended by P.L.249-2019, SEC.101.
IN Code § 25-23.4-2-3 (2021)
2021 Indiana Code|Title 25. Professions and Occupations|Article 23.4. Certified Direct Entry Midwives|Chapter 2. Midwifery Committee|25-23.4-2-3. Terms

Sec. 3. (a) Each committee member serves a term under IC 25-1-6.5.(b) A committee member serves until the committee member's successor is appointed. A vacancy occurring in the membership of the committee shall be filled by appointment by the governor under IC 25-1-6.5.(c) A committee member may be removed under IC 25-1-6.5-4.(d) Committee members annually shall select a chairperson and a vice chairperson from among the committee's members.As added by P.L.232-2013, SEC.20. Amended by P.L.249-2019, SEC.102.
IN Code § 25-23.4-2-4 (2021)
2021 Indiana Code|Title 25. Professions and Occupations|Article 23.4. Certified Direct Entry Midwives|Chapter 2. Midwifery Committee|25-23.4-2-4. Meetings; Quorum

Sec. 4. (a) The committee shall meet at least one (1) time each year at the call of the chairperson.(b) With the approval of the executive director of the licensing agency, the committee may meet upon:(1) the call of the chairperson; or(2) the request of a majority of the members of the committee.(c) Two (2) members of the committee constitute a quorum.(d) The affirmative vote of two (2) members of the committee is required for the committee to take action.As added by P.L.232-2013, SEC.20. Amended by P.L.249-2019, SEC.103.
IN Code § 25-23.4-2-5 (2021)
2021 Indiana Code|Title 25. Professions and Occupations|Article 23.4. Certified Direct Entry Midwives|Chapter 2. Midwifery Committee|25-23.4-2-5. Staff Support

Sec. 5. The licensing agency shall provide staff support for the committee.As added by P.L.232-2013, SEC.20.
IN Code § 25-23.4-2-6 (2021)
2021 Indiana Code|Title 25. Professions and Occupations|Article 23.4. Certified Direct Entry Midwives|Chapter 2. Midwifery Committee|25-23.4-2-6. Duties

Sec. 6. (a) The board shall, after receiving information, proposals, or recommendations from the committee, do the following:(1) Establish as a requirement for certification as a certified direct entry midwife the Certified Professional Midwife credentials developed by the North American Registry of Midwives or a successor organization.(2) Subject to IC 25-1-8-2, establish fees to administer this article.(3) Establish annual continuing education requirements to renew a certified direct entry midwife's certificate, which must include continuing education in pharmacology. The requirements established under this subdivision must provide for at least fifteen (15) hours of continuing education every twelve (12) months.(4) Develop a peer review procedure, using as guidelines the peer review procedures established by:(A) the Indiana Midwives Association or a successor organization; and(B) the North American Registry of Midwives or a successor organization.(b) The board shall, after receiving recommendations from the committee, do the following:(1) In addition to the requirements under IC 25-23.4-5, adopt rules under IC 4-22-2 to provide for adequate collaboration between a certified direct entry midwife and a collaborating physician.(2) Adopt rules under IC 4-22-2 that define the competent practice for certified direct entry midwives. Rules adopted under this subdivision must limit the practice of certified direct entry midwives to nonhospital settings.(3) Adopt rules under IC 4-22-2 that establish standards for an emergency plan of care, including that a plan must allow for the timely provision of emergency care at a hospital.(4) In addition to the requirements under IC 25-23.4-4-1(a)(6), adopt rules under IC 4-22-2 to set standards for determining the geographic area close enough to the planned location of the delivery to make the collaborating physician a reasonable choice to provide backup care.(5) In addition to the requirements under IC 25-23.4-5-1(b), adopt rules under IC 4-22-2 to establish standards or conditions that require additional review of a certified direct entry midwife's client encounters by the collaborating physician.(6) Adopt rules under IC 4-22-2 to determine the number of certified direct entry midwives with whom a physician may collaborate.(7) In addition to the requirements under IC 25-23.4-6-1(b), establish the conditions that require a certified direct entry midwife to refer a client for an examination by a physician.(8) Adopt rules under IC 4-22-2, establishing the health conditions that require a referral to a physician under IC 25-23.4-6-1(c).(c) The board may not adopt rules to grant a certified direct entry midwife prescriptive authority other than the authority specified in IC 25-23.4-4-5.As added by P.L.232-2013, SEC.20.
IN Code § 25-23.4-2-7 (2021)
2021 Indiana Code|Title 25. Professions and Occupations|Article 23.4. Certified Direct Entry Midwives|Chapter 2. Midwifery Committee|25-23.4-2-7. Rules

Sec. 7. The committee may propose rules to the board for adoption. The board shall adopt rules under IC 4-22-2 to administer this article.As added by P.L.232-2013, SEC.20.
IN Code § 25-23.4-3-0.5 (2021)
2021 Indiana Code|Title 25. Professions and Occupations|Article 23.4. Certified Direct Entry Midwives|Chapter 3. Certified Direct Entry Midwifery Certificates|25-23.4-3-0.5. Chapter Effective Date

Sec. 0.5. This chapter is effective beginning January 1, 2014.As added by P.L.232-2013, SEC.20.
IN Code § 25-23.4-3-1 (2021)
2021 Indiana Code|Title 25. Professions and Occupations|Article 23.4. Certified Direct Entry Midwives|Chapter 3. Certified Direct Entry Midwifery Certificates|25-23.4-3-1. Application of Chapter; Requirements

Sec. 1. (a) This section does not apply to an individual who has a license under IC 25-23-1-13.1 to practice midwifery as a certified nurse midwife and is practicing within the scope of that license.(b) After July 1, 2018, an individual may not engage in the practice of midwifery unless:(1) the individual is issued a certificate by a board under IC 25-1-5 and is acting within the scope of the person's license; or(2) the individual has a certified direct entry midwife certificate under this article and has a collaborative agreement with a physician as set forth in this article.(c) To become certified as a certified direct entry midwife, an applicant must satisfy the following requirements:(1) Be at least twenty-one (21) years of age.(2) Possess at least:(A) an associate degree in nursing, associate degree in midwifery accredited by the Midwifery Education Accreditation Council (MEAC), or other similar science related associate degree; or(B) a bachelor's degree;from a postsecondary educational institution.(3) Satisfactorily complete educational curriculum approved by:(A) the Midwifery Education Accreditation Council (MEAC) or a successor organization; or(B) the educational equivalent of a Midwifery Education Accreditation Council curriculum approved by the board.(4) Acquire and document practical experience as outlined in the Certified Professional Midwife credentialing process in accordance with the standards of the North American Registry of Midwives or a successor organization.(5) Obtain certification by an accredited association in adult cardiopulmonary resuscitation that is approved by the board.(6) Complete the program sponsored by the American Academy of Pediatrics in neonatal resuscitation, excluding endotracheal intubation and the administration of drugs.(7) Comply with the birth requirements of the Certified Professional Midwife credentialing process, observe an additional twenty (20) births, attend twenty (20) births conducted by a physician, assist with an additional twenty (20) births, and act as the primary attendant for an additional twenty (20) births.(8) Provide proof to the board that the applicant has obtained the Certified Professional Midwife credential as administered by the North American Registry of Midwives or a successor organization.(9) Present additional documentation or certifications required by the board. The board may adopt standards that require more training than required by the North American Registry of Midwives.(10) Maintain sufficient liability insurance.As added by P.L.232-2013, SEC.20. Amended by P.L.112-2014, SEC.28; P.L.5-2015, SEC.56; P.L.185-2015, SEC.21; P.L.78-2017, SEC.16; P.L.32-2021, SEC.71.
IN Code § 25-23.4-3-2 (2021)
2021 Indiana Code|Title 25. Professions and Occupations|Article 23.4. Certified Direct Entry Midwives|Chapter 3. Certified Direct Entry Midwifery Certificates|25-23.4-3-2. Education Requirements

Sec. 2. The board shall, after receiving recommendations from the committee, do the following:(1) Determine the education that satisfies the requirements in section 1 of this chapter.(2) Establish formal education requirements in addition to those required in section 1 of this chapter. The requirements must include course material on:(A) emergency life support procedures;(B) identification of high risk births for mothers;(C) identification of potential complications during labor; and(D) other material the board specifies.As added by P.L.232-2013, SEC.20.
IN Code § 25-23.4-3-3 (2021)
2021 Indiana Code|Title 25. Professions and Occupations|Article 23.4. Certified Direct Entry Midwives|Chapter 3. Certified Direct Entry Midwifery Certificates|25-23.4-3-3. Issuance of Certificate to Practice

Sec. 3. The board shall issue a certificate to practice certified direct entry midwifery to an applicant who satisfies the requirements of sections 1 and 2 of this chapter.As added by P.L.232-2013, SEC.20.
IN Code § 25-23.4-3-4 (2021)
2021 Indiana Code|Title 25. Professions and Occupations|Article 23.4. Certified Direct Entry Midwives|Chapter 3. Certified Direct Entry Midwifery Certificates|25-23.4-3-4. Expiration of Certificate; Renewal

Sec. 4. (a) Subject to IC 25-1-2-6(e), a certificate issued under this chapter expires after two (2) years, on a date established by the licensing agency. Failure to renew a certificate on or before the expiration date makes the certificate invalid without any action by the board.(b) To be eligible for the renewal of a certificate issued under this chapter, an individual must:(1) meet continuing education requirements set by the board;(2) maintain a Certified Professional Midwife credential; and(3) maintain sufficient liability insurance.As added by P.L.232-2013, SEC.20. Amended by P.L.177-2015, SEC.51.
IN Code § 25-23.4-3-5 (2021)
2021 Indiana Code|Title 25. Professions and Occupations|Article 23.4. Certified Direct Entry Midwives|Chapter 3. Certified Direct Entry Midwifery Certificates|25-23.4-3-5. Use of Title

Sec. 5. After July 1, 2014, only an individual who is issued a certificate under this article may use the title "certified direct entry midwife".As added by P.L.232-2013, SEC.20.
IN Code § 25-23.4-3-6 (2021)
2021 Indiana Code|Title 25. Professions and Occupations|Article 23.4. Certified Direct Entry Midwives|Chapter 3. Certified Direct Entry Midwifery Certificates|25-23.4-3-6. Reciprocity

Sec. 6. The board may issue a certificate to an individual who is licensed or certified as a midwife in another state if:(1) the board determines that the midwife has fulfilled requirements that are at least equal to the certification requirements of this article;(2) the midwife holds a license or certificate in good standing from another state and the midwife has practiced for at least three (3) out of the past five (5) years under the license or certificate;(3) the midwife discloses to the board any judgment or settlement of malpractice and the board makes a determination that the judgment or settlement does not affect the midwife's ability to practice as a midwife; and(4) the midwife does not have a conviction in the previous five (5) years that has a direct bearing on the midwife's ability to practice competently.As added by P.L.232-2013, SEC.20.
IN Code § 25-23.4-3-7 (2021)
2021 Indiana Code|Title 25. Professions and Occupations|Article 23.4. Certified Direct Entry Midwives|Chapter 3. Certified Direct Entry Midwifery Certificates|25-23.4-3-7. Penalty

Sec. 7. (a) This section does not apply to an individual who has a license under IC 25-23-1-13.1 to practice midwifery as a certified nurse midwife.(b) After July 1, 2018, an individual who knowingly or intentionally practices midwifery without a certificate required under this article commits a Level 6 felony (for a crime committed after June 30, 2014).As added by P.L.232-2013, SEC.20. Amended by P.L.112-2014, SEC.29; P.L.185-2015, SEC.22; P.L.78-2017, SEC.17.
IN Code § 25-23.4-4-1 (2021)
2021 Indiana Code|Title 25. Professions and Occupations|Article 23.4. Certified Direct Entry Midwives|Chapter 4. Informed Consent for the Practice of Certified Direct Entry Midwifery|25-23.4-4-1. Requirements to Accept a Client

Sec. 1. (a) All the following must occur before a certified direct entry midwife may accept a client for midwifery care:(1) The certified direct entry midwife must provide the potential client with an informed disclosure of practice form.(2) The potential client must sign and date the form.(3) The certified direct entry midwife must sign and date the form.(4) If the potential client refuses a procedure or treatment required by law, the potential client must so indicate on a separate procedure or treatment form.(5) The certified direct entry midwife must have an emergency plan for the care of the client if an emergency arises. As part of the emergency plan, the client must sign a release of the client's medical records that allows the certified direct entry midwife to provide the client's medical records to a physician if an emergency arises.(6) Subject to rules adopted under IC 25-23.4-2-6(b)(5), the certified direct entry midwife must have a collaborative agreement with a physician to provide for consultation and care for the client. The physician shall examine the client at least one (1) time during the client's first trimester and one (1) time during the client's third trimester. The collaborating physician should be located in an area close to where the delivery will occur.(7) The certified direct entry midwife must provide the client with a list of options for additional screening and assessments, including visits to a physician.(8) The certified direct entry midwife must maintain medical records on the client through the entire course of care and transfer the medical records to a treating physician if an emergency arises. The medical records must contain all the forms that are required under this subsection.(b) A certified direct entry midwife may not have a minor as a client unless the minor's parent or guardian has agreed in writing to use the certified direct entry midwife and all other requirements of this article have been met.As added by P.L.232-2013, SEC.20.
IN Code § 25-23.4-4-2 (2021)
2021 Indiana Code|Title 25. Professions and Occupations|Article 23.4. Certified Direct Entry Midwives|Chapter 4. Informed Consent for the Practice of Certified Direct Entry Midwifery|25-23.4-4-2. Disclosure of Procedures and Treatment

Sec. 2. (a) A certified direct entry midwife may not perform on a client a specific procedure or treatment that is not described on the informed disclosure of practice form described in section 1 of this chapter until both of the following occur:(1) The specific procedure or treatment is disclosed to the client in writing on a form that is separate from the informed disclosure of practice form.(2) The client agrees to the procedure or treatment by signing the procedure or treatment form.(b) If the potential client refuses a procedure or treatment required by law, the client must so indicate on a separate procedure or treatment form, which must be maintained in the client's medical records.As added by P.L.232-2013, SEC.20.