1. (1) An individual with an LPN, RN, or APRN license may apply to place the license in inactive status by submitting a completed application, which includes:

   1. (a) A license that is active and in good standing at the time of application; and
   2. (b) The Board’s inactive status application form for the license type being inactivated.
2. (2) A license in inactive status does not authorize practice under the license.
3. (3) To return to active status, an individual must apply for reinstatement as defined in OAR 851-031-0055.

Statutory/Other Authority

ORS 678.021 & ORS 678.031

Statutes/Other Implemented

ORS 678.021 & ORS 678.031

History

BN 23-2025, amend filed 11/20/2025, effective 01/01/2026
BN 6-2021, amend filed 06/21/2021, effective 07/01/2021
BN 1-2003, f. & cert. ef. 3-6-03