July 12, 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Advisory Committee on Advanced Practice Registered Nursing July 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/
News and Announcements
Ohio Board of Nursing Now Accepting Applications for the Newly Formed Advisory Group on Rules: Application Deadline Extended
The Ohio Board of Nursing is now accepting applications for the newly formed Advisory Group on Rules. If you are interested in serving as a member, please review the advisory […]
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 MoreThe Spring 2022 Issue of Momentum is now available
The Spring 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 MoreDate Change: Ohio Board of Nursing July Board Meeting Now Scheduled July 13-14, 2022
The Ohio Board of Nursing July Board Meeting will now take place Wednesday July 13, 2022 at 8:30a.m. and Thursday July 14, 2022 at 9:00 a.m. The Board meeting will […]
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.