October 13, 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Advisory Group on Nursing Education October Meeting
Learn MoreDECLARED EMERGENCY: The state declared emergency ended June 18, 2021, however for the duration of the federal declaration of emergency, the Board will continue to recognize ORC Section 4723.32(G)(7) as in effect for purposes of authorizing nurses who hold an active, valid license in another state to practice in Ohio without an Ohio nursing license. See https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/presidential-actions/2022/02/18/notice-on-the-continuation-of-the-national-emergency-concerning-the-coronavirus-disease-2019-covid-19-pandemic-2/
Upcoming Events
November 1, 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Advisory Committee on Advanced Practice Registered Nursing November Meeting
Learn MoreNews and Announcements
Important Update – Customer Service Center Experiencing System-Wide Outage
The OBN Customer Service Center, located at the Cleveland Sight Center, is experiencing a system-wide outage Friday September 30. Phone calls are not connecting and licensees may receive a busy […]
Learn MoreImportant Update Regarding The Ohio Automated Rx Reporting System (OARRS)
Important Update: Due to the anticipated high volume of inquiries, the State of Ohio Board of Pharmacy has decided to postpone the go-live date of provider authorization. Communications will be […]
Learn MoreOhio Department of Health Launches New Monkeypox Cases Dashboard
The Ohio Department of Health has developed a new public dashboard to provide Ohioans with information about the status of monkeypox in the state. The Monkeypox Cases Overview dashboard and […]
Learn MoreOhio Department of Health Shares Monkeypox FAQ Resource for Health Care Providers
The U.S. recently declared the monkeypox outbreak a public health emergency. The Ohio Department of Health has added a Monkeypox Frequently Asked Questions resource to their website. Health care providers […]
Learn MoreThe Summer 2022 Issue of Momentum is now available!
The Summer 2022 Issue of Momentum magazine is now available. The Board encourages you to take a look. Momentum magazine has items of interest and importance both to licensees and […]
Learn MoreImportant Update for Healthcare Providers on Infant Formula Alternatives – Ohio Department of Health
Due to the recent Abbott infant formula recall and related formula shortages, the Ohio Department of Health WIC Program is temporarily allowing several flexibilities, including more formula options (brands and […]
Learn MoreOhio Board of Nursing Warns Licensees of Continued Fraudulent Calls to Nursing Personnel
The Ohio Board of Nursing is warning its licensees of continued reports from nurses and employers regarding fraudulent calls from individuals posing as a Board of Nursing investigator. The caller […]
Learn MoreGovernor DeWine Signs Executive Order Effectively Banning New Opioids
Ohio Governor Mike DeWine signed Executive Order 2022-05D to suspend the normal rulemaking process to allow the State of Ohio Board of Pharmacy to classify seven benzimidazole-opioids as Schedule I […]
Learn MoreTwo questions on the APRN application must be answered “yes” to proceed with the application.
Beginning in September 2021, two questions on the APRN application must be answered “yes” to proceed with the application. This assures that when you submit the application, you have met […]
Learn MoreSB 3, Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC)
SB 3, Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC), was passed by the legislature and signed by the Governor on July 1, 2021. Effective January 1, 2023, the Compact allows RNs and LPNs […]
Learn MorePromoting Excellence in Health Care Regulation
Whether you are applying for or renewing a license, filing a complaint, or need to learn more about continuing education, the Board can assist you. Together we can protect the health and welfare of the public through effective regulations and nursing excellence.