ORS 678.027: Use of titles by nonhuman entity.
Edition: 2025 EditionEffective: 2026-01-01Last verified: 2026-09-07
A nonhuman entity, including but not limited to an agent powered by artificial intelligence, may not use any of the following titles: (1) Advanced Practice Registered Nurse or the abbreviation APRN; (2) Certified registered nurse anesthetist or the abbreviation CRNA; (3) Clinical nurse specialist or the abbreviation CNS; (4) Licensed practical nurse or the abbreviation LPN; (5) Registered nurse or the abbreviation RN; (6) Nurse practitioner or the abbreviation NP; (7) Certified medication aide or the abbreviation CMA; or (8) Certified nursing assistant or the abbreviation CNA. [2025 c.378 §2]
Administrative rules citing this section
- OAR 851-045-0063: Standards related to the RN who is employed by or contracted with a long-term care facility or in-home care agency. — implements
- OAR 851-045-0064: Standards related to the RN who Provides Nursing Services through their own Business Structure — implements
- OAR 853-050-0005: Continuing Education Requirements for Residential Care Administrators — implements
- OAR 853-050-0005: Continuing Education Requirements for Residential Care Administrators — authority
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