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Code · Washington · Title 18 — Businesses and Professions · Chapter 18.79

RCW 18.79.170

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An applicant for a license to practice as a registered nurse, advanced registered nurse practitioner, or licensed practical nurse must pass an examination in subjects determined by the board. The examination may be supplemented by an oral or practical examination. The board shall establish by rule the requirements for applicants who have failed the examination to qualify for reexamination.
[ 2025 c 58 s 5013 ; 1994 sp.s. c 9 s 417 .]
Notes:
Expiration date — 2025 c 58 ss 5004, 5005, 5006, 5010, 5012, 5013, 5014, 5016, 5017, 5018, 5019, 5020, 5024, 5029, 5030, 5043, 5044, 5045, 5047, 5048, 5049, 5051, 5052, 5053, and 5055: See note following RCW 18.79.040 .
Explanatory note — 2025 c 58: See note following RCW 1.16.050 .
RCW 18.79.170
Examination — Rules. (Effective June 30, 2027.)
An applicant for a license to practice as a registered nurse, advanced practice registered nurse, or licensed practical nurse must pass an examination in subjects determined by the board. The examination may be supplemented by an oral or practical examination. The board shall establish by rule the requirements for applicants who have failed the examination to qualify for reexamination.
[ 2024 c 239 s 8 ; 1994 sp.s. c 9 s 417 .]
Notes:
Effective date — 2024 c 239: See note following RCW 18.79.030 .
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