Maine § 2152. - Qualifications
Full text of Maine Maine Revised Statutes § 2152. — Qualifications, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 2152.. Qualifications
Each member of the board must be a citizen of the United States and a resident of this State for at least 3 consecutive years prior to appointment and shall file with the Secretary of State an oath of office before beginning service. The board is composed of: [PL 1993, c. 600, Pt. A, §121 (AMD).]
1. Professional nurses. Six professional nurses, each of whom:
A. Must be a graduate of a state-approved educational program in professional nursing; [PL 1985, c. 724, §13 (RPR).]
B. Holds a current state license to practice nursing; and [PL 1993, c. 600, Pt. A, §121 (AMD).]
C. Has at least 3 years' experience in active practice immediately preceding appointment. [PL 1985, c. 724, §13 (RPR).]
A minimum of 2 professional nurses must be active in an approved educational program in nursing. A minimum of 2 professional nurses must be active in nursing service. One of the professional nurse members of the board must be practicing long-term care nursing. One of the professional nurse members of the board must be an advanced practice registered nurse;
2. Licensed practical nurse. One licensed practical nurse who:
A. Must be a graduate of a state-approved educational program in practical nursing; [PL 1993, c. 600, Pt. A, §121 (AMD).]
B. Holds a current state license to practice practical nursing; and [PL 1993, c. 600, Pt. A, §121 (AMD).]
C. Has at least 3 years' experience in active practice immediately preceding appointment; and [PL 1985, c. 724, §13 (NEW).]
3. Public members. Two public members. A person may not qualify for appointment as a public member of the board if that person or a member of that person's immediate family is serving as:
A. A member of another state licensing board; [PL 1993, c. 600, Pt. A, §121 (AMD).]
B. On the board of another health care agency; and [PL 1993, c. 600, Pt. A, §121 (AMD).]
C. Engaged for compensation in the provision of health services or the provision of health research, instruction or insurance. [PL 1985, c. 724, §13 (NEW).]
Frequently Asked Questions About Maine § 2152.
What does Maine Revised Statutes § 2152. cover?
Section 2152. ("Qualifications") is part of the Maine Revised Statutes, the codified statutory law of Maine. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Maine § 2152.?
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Is this the official text of Maine law?
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How does Maine § 2152. apply to my situation?
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