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MD. Health Occupations Code Ann. §  8-308 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Health Occupations|Title 8 - Nurses|Subtitle 3 - Licensing|Section 8-308 - Issuance and Contents of Licenses; Criminal History Record Information

    (a)    Subject to subsection (c) of this section, the Board shall license any applicant who meets the requirements for a license as:        (1)    A registered nurse under this title; or        (2)    A licensed practical nurse under this title.    (b)    (1)    The Board shall:            (i)    Issue each new licensee a license number and registration certificate that indicates that the initial license was issued by the Board; and            (ii)    Electronically record each license in the Board’s database and on the Board’s Web site.        (2)    Each license shall include:            (i)    Any expiration date;            (ii)    The type of license; and            (iii)    Any certification.    (c)    (1)    On receipt of the criminal history record information of an applicant for licensure or certification forwarded to the Board in accordance with § 8–303 of this subtitle, in determining whether to grant a license or a certificate, the Board shall consider:            (i)    The age at which the crime was committed;            (ii)    The circumstances surrounding the crime;            (iii)    The length of time that has passed since the crime;            (iv)    Subsequent work history;            (v)    Employment and character references; and            (vi)    Other evidence that demonstrates whether the applicant poses a threat to the public health or safety.        (2)    (i)    Except as provided in subparagraph (ii) of this paragraph, the Board may not issue a license or a certificate if the criminal history record information required under § 8–303 of this subtitle has not been received.            (ii)    The Board may grant a 90–day extension of a temporary license pending receipt of criminal history record information.
MD. Health Occupations Code Ann. §  8-309 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Health Occupations|Title 8 - Nurses|Subtitle 3 - Licensing|Section 8-309 - License -- Inactive Status

    (a)    If an individual has been licensed by the Board to practice registered nursing or licensed practical nursing in this State in accordance with the requirements of this subtitle, the individual may be subsequently licensed as a registered nurse or as a licensed practical nurse on inactive status.    (b)    The Board shall place a licensee on inactive status and record the inactive status in the Board’s database and on the Board’s Web site if the licensee:        (1)    (i)    Has not satisfactorily completed 1,000 hours of active nursing practice within the 5–year period immediately preceding the date of anticipated renewal;            (ii)    Chooses inactive status; or            (iii)    Submits documentation of a medical condition that the Board determines will prevent the licensee from practicing as a registered nurse or licensed practical nurse;        (2)    (i)    Completes the biennial application for inactive status; and            (ii)    If applicable, provides documentation of a continuing medical condition; and        (3)    Pays the applicable fees as required by the Board.    (c)    A licensee on inactive status may not practice nursing in this State, but:        (1)    A registered nurse on inactive status may use the title “Registered Nurse”, or the abbreviation “RN”; and        (2)    A practical nurse on inactive status may use the title “Licensed Practical Nurse”, or the abbreviation “LPN”.    (d)    (1)    A licensee on inactive status may apply for reactivation of the license to practice nursing if the licensee:            (i)    Meets the renewal requirements of § 8–312 of this subtitle; and            (ii)    If applicable, submits documentation satisfactory to the Board that the medical condition for which the inactive status was granted no longer exists.        (2)    If a licensee meets the requirements of paragraph (1) of this subsection, the Board shall:            (i)    Record the status of the licensee as active in the Board’s database and on the Board’s Web site; and            (ii)    Reactivate the licensee’s license to practice nursing in this State.    (e)    (1)    If a licensee is granted inactive status because of a medical condition, the Board may not charge a fee to place the licensee on or remove the licensee from inactive status.        (2)    If a licensee is granted inactive status because of a medical condition, the inactive status:            (i)    May not be considered a disciplinary action under § 8–316 of this subtitle; and            (ii)    May not be reported to any certifying entity, employer, or insurance company as a disciplinary action.
MD. Health Occupations Code Ann. §  8-310 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Health Occupations|Title 8 - Nurses|Subtitle 3 - Licensing|Section 8-310 - Scope of Registered Nurse License

    (a)    A license to practice registered nursing authorizes the licensee to practice registered nursing while the license is effective.    (b)    A licensee may practice registered nursing using only the name in which the license has been issued.
MD. Health Occupations Code Ann. §  8-311 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Health Occupations|Title 8 - Nurses|Subtitle 3 - Licensing|Section 8-311 - Scope of Licensed Practical Nurse License

    (a)    Subject to the provisions of this section, a license to practice licensed practical nursing authorizes the licensed practical nurse to practice licensed practical nursing while the license is effective.    (b)    (1)    The licensed practical nurse is a recognized member of the health professional team and performs an integral part of nursing.        (2)    Except as provided in the rules and regulations of the Board adopted under § 8-205 of this title, a licensed practical nurse may practice licensed practical nursing only in a team relationship with at least one licensed health professional who is not a licensed practical nurse.    (c)    A licensed practical nurse may administer treatment or medication only if the treatment or medication is prescribed by an individual who is authorized by law to prescribe medication or treatment.    (d)    A licensed practical nurse may teach or supervise commensurate with the education and demonstrated competencies of the licensed practical nurse.    (e)    A licensed practical nurse may practice practical nursing using only the name in which the license has been issued.
MD. Health Occupations Code Ann. §  8-313 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Health Occupations|Title 8 - Nurses|Subtitle 3 - Licensing|Section 8-313 - Reinstatement

    The Board shall reinstate the license of a licensee who has failed to renew the license for any reason if the licensee meets the renewal requirements of § 8–312 of this subtitle.
MD. Health Occupations Code Ann. §  8-314 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Health Occupations|Title 8 - Nurses|Subtitle 3 - Licensing|Section 8-314 - Surrender of License

    (a)    Unless the Board agrees to accept the surrender of a license, a licensed registered nurse, licensed practical nurse, or holder of a temporary license may not surrender the license.    (b)    The Board may require terms and conditions on an agreement with the licensee to accept surrender of the license.    (c)    An agreement to accept the surrender of a license is a final order of the Board and is a public record.
MD. Health Occupations Code Ann. §  8-315 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Health Occupations|Title 8 - Nurses|Subtitle 3 - Licensing|Section 8-315 - Temporary Licenses

    (a)    The Board may issue a temporary license to any applicant who:        (1)    Submits to a criminal history records check in accordance with § 8–303 of this subtitle;        (2)    (i)    Is licensed by any other state; or            (ii)    Has taken and passed an examination under this title, but is waiting for the completion of the criminal history records check;        (3)    Submits to the Board:            (i)    An application on the form required by the Board;            (ii)    Written, verified evidence that the requirement of item (1) of this subsection is being met; and            (iii)    Any other document required by the Board; and        (4)    Pays the fee required by the Board.    (b)    (1)    A temporary license issued to an individual who is authorized to practice registered nursing in another state or who has taken and passed an examination under this title authorizes the holder to practice registered nursing in this State while the temporary license is effective.        (2)    A temporary license issued to an individual who is authorized to practice licensed practical nursing in another state or who has taken and passed an examination under this title authorizes the holder to practice licensed practical nursing in this State while the temporary license is effective.    (c)    (1)    A temporary license may not be renewed.        (2)    Unless the Board suspends or revokes a temporary license, each temporary license expires 90 days after the date of issue.        (3)    A temporary license may be extended up to an additional 90 days if the applicant is awaiting the completion of criminal history record information.        (4)    A temporary license may be extended every 90 days, provided that the total length of renewal does not exceed 12 months from the date the original temporary license was issued, if the applicant does not meet the practice requirement as provided for in regulation.    (d)    The Board shall revoke a temporary license if the criminal history record information forwarded to the Board in accordance with § 8–303 of this subtitle reveals that the applicant or licensee has been convicted or pled guilty or nolo contendere to a felony or to a crime involving moral turpitude, whether or not any appeal or other proceeding is pending to have the conviction or plea set aside.
MD. Health Occupations Code Ann. §  8-317 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Health Occupations|Title 8 - Nurses|Subtitle 3 - Licensing|Section 8-317 - Hearings

    (a)    Except as otherwise provided in the Administrative Procedure Act, before the Board takes any action under § 8–312 or § 8–316 of this subtitle or § 8–404 or § 8–6C–20 of this title, it shall give the person against whom the action is contemplated an opportunity for a hearing before the Board.    (b)    The Board shall give notice and hold the hearing in accordance with the Administrative Procedure Act.    (c)    The hearing notice to be given to the person shall be sent by certified mail, return receipt requested, to the last known address of the person at least 30 days before the hearing.    (d)    The person may be represented at the hearing by counsel.    (e)    If after due notice the individual against whom the action is contemplated fails or refuses to appear, nevertheless the Board may hear and determine the matter.    (f)    (1)    Over the signature of the president, the executive director, or the deputy director as authorized by the executive director of the Board, the Board may issue subpoenas and administer oaths in connection with any investigation under this title and any hearings or proceedings before it.        (2)    If a person, without lawful excuse, disobeys a subpoena from the Board or an order by the Board to take an oath, testify, or answer questions, on petition of the Board a court of competent jurisdiction may compel compliance with the subpoena and hold the individual in contempt of court.    (g)    (1)    After the Board conducts an investigation under this title, the Board may issue an advisory letter to the licensee or holder of a multistate licensing privilege.        (2)    The Board may disclose an advisory letter issued under this subsection to the public.        (3)    The issuance of an advisory letter under this subsection may not:            (i)    Be considered a disciplinary action under § 8–316 of this subtitle; and            (ii)    Be reported to any licensing entity, employer, or insurance company as a disciplinary action.
MD. Health Occupations Code Ann. §  8-318 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Health Occupations|Title 8 - Nurses|Subtitle 3 - Licensing|Section 8-318 - Review

    (a)    Except as provided in this section for an action under § 8–316 of this subtitle, any person aggrieved by a final decision of the Board in a contested case, as defined in the Administrative Procedure Act, may petition for judicial review as allowed by the Administrative Procedure Act.    (b)    Any person aggrieved by a final decision of the Board under § 8–316 of this subtitle may not appeal to the Secretary but may take a direct judicial appeal as provided in the Administrative Procedure Act.    (c)    A Board decision may not be stayed while judicial review is pending.
MD. Health Occupations Code Ann. §  8-319 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Health Occupations|Title 8 - Nurses|Subtitle 3 - Licensing|Section 8-319 - Reinstatement of Suspended or Revoked Licenses

    (a)    If a license was suspended or revoked for a period of more than 1 year, or if a period of more than 1 year has passed since a license was surrendered, the Board may reinstate the license if the licensee:        (1)    Applies to the Board for reinstatement;        (2)    Meets the requirements for renewal under § 8–312 of this subtitle;        (3)    Meets any other requirements for reinstatement as established by the Board; and        (4)    Submits to a criminal history records check in accordance with § 8–303 of this subtitle.    (b)    If a licensee meets the requirements of subsection (a) of this section, the Board may:        (1)    Reinstate the license;        (2)    Reinstate the license subject to terms and conditions that the Board considers necessary, including a period of probation; or        (3)    Deny reinstatement of the license.
MD. Health Occupations Code Ann. §  8-320 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Health Occupations|Title 8 - Nurses|Subtitle 3 - Licensing|Section 8-320 - Confidentiality of Board Records

    (a)    Except by the express stipulation and consent of all parties to a proceeding before the Board or any of its investigatory bodies, in a civil action, the proceedings, records, and files of the Board or any of its investigatory bodies are not discoverable and are not admissible in evidence.    (b)    This section does not apply to a civil action brought by a party to a proceeding before the Board who claims to be aggrieved by the decision of the Board.    (c)    If any medical or hospital record or any other exhibit is subpoenaed and otherwise is admissible in evidence, the use of the record or exhibit in a proceeding before the Board or any of its investigatory bodies does not prevent its production in any other proceeding.
MD. Health Occupations Code Ann. §  8-321 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Health Occupations|Title 8 - Nurses|Subtitle 3 - Licensing|Section 8-321 - Disclosure to Health Occupations Regulatory Boards Permitted

    (a)    The Board may disclose any information contained in the proceedings, records, and files of the Board to any health occupation regulatory board of the State or another state if the health occupation regulatory board requests the information in writing.    (b)    A health occupation regulatory board that receives information from the Board under subsection (a) of this section may not redisclose the information without the consent of the Board.
MD. Health Occupations Code Ann. §  8-322 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Health Occupations|Title 8 - Nurses|Subtitle 3 - Licensing|Section 8-322 - Authority of Board

    (a)    The authority of the Board established under this subtitle:        (1)    Vests with the Board at the time an individual applies for licensure or to practice under the multistate licensing privilege;        (2)    Continues during periods of licensure; and        (3)    Includes authority over an individual holding an expired license, a lapsed license, or a temporary license that has expired under § 8–315(c) of this subtitle.    (b)    The authority of the Board shall be continuous over an individual applicant, licensee, or holder of a multistate licensing privilege and may not be divested by withdrawal of an application, when a license expires or lapses, or when a temporary license expires.
MD. Health Occupations Code Ann. §  8-401 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Health Occupations|Title 8 - Nurses|Subtitle 4 - Approved Nursing Education Programs|Section 8-401 - Miscellaneous Powers and Duties of Board

    (a)    The Board may approve any registered nursing or licensed practical nursing education program at an institution in this State.    (b)    The Board shall:        (1)    Keep a list of institutions in this State that currently have an approved registered nursing or licensed practical nursing education program;        (2)    Set standards for approval of education programs for registered nurses and licensed practical nurses at institutions in this State;        (3)    Determine the Maryland passing rate for the national nurse licensure examination each year;        (4)    Evaluate the need for an education program for registered nurses or licensed practical nurses in the geographic area in which the program is proposed to be located; and        (5)    Survey approved nursing education programs as it considers necessary.
MD. Health Occupations Code Ann. §  8-402 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Health Occupations|Title 8 - Nurses|Subtitle 4 - Approved Nursing Education Programs|Section 8-402 - Initial Approval Required; Requirements

    Before an institution conducts a registered nursing or licensed practical nursing education program in this State, the institution shall obtain approval from:         (1)    The Board by submitting evidence that it is prepared to:            (i)    Carry out a program in registered nursing education or licensed practical nursing education; and            (ii)    Meet the standards established by the Board under this title; and        (2)    The appropriate State education board.
MD. Health Occupations Code Ann. §  8-403 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Health Occupations|Title 8 - Nurses|Subtitle 4 - Approved Nursing Education Programs|Section 8-403 - General Survey

    (a)    The Board shall have its representatives survey:        (1)    Each registered nursing and licensed practical nursing program when the program is first established in this State; and        (2)    From time to time, each existing registered nursing and licensed practical nursing program in this State.    (b)    The representatives who make the survey shall submit a written report to the Board.
MD. Health Occupations Code Ann. §  8-404 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Health Occupations|Title 8 - Nurses|Subtitle 4 - Approved Nursing Education Programs|Section 8-404 - Removal From Approved List

    (a)    Except as provided in subsection (b) of this section, the Board may remove an institution from its list of institutions that offer approved nursing education programs in this State if the institution violates the standards set under this title or by the Board.    (b)    (1)    At least 30 days before the Board may issue a formal notice of violation to an institution, the Board shall notify the chief administrator of the institution and the chief administrator of the nursing education program of the institution that the Board is considering issuing a formal notice of violation.        (2)    During the 30-day period provided in paragraph (1) of this subsection, the Board shall provide the chief administrator of the institution and the chief administrator of the nursing education program an opportunity to meet with representatives of the Board.    (c)    Any action taken under this section shall be in accordance with the hearing and administrative and judicial review provisions of §§ 8-316 and 8-317 of this title.
MD. Health Occupations Code Ann. §  8-501 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Health Occupations|Title 8 - Nurses|Subtitle 5 - Miscellaneous Provisions|Section 8-501 - Master Planning

    The Board shall evaluate continuously master planning by other agencies that may affect nursing practice in this State.
MD. Health Occupations Code Ann. §  8-502 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Health Occupations|Title 8 - Nurses|Subtitle 5 - Miscellaneous Provisions|Section 8-502 - Specific Task Advisory Committees

    (a)    The Board shall appoint or recognize specific task advisory committees.    (b)    Each advisory committee consists of at least three members appointed by the Board.    (c)    Each committee member shall have expertise in the specific problem or area of nursing practice that is under investigation.    (d)    Each member of a committee is entitled to reimbursement for expenses under the Standard State Travel Regulations, as provided in the State budget.    (e)    Each advisory committee shall:        (1)    Help the Board to forecast directions in nursing practice;        (2)    Help the Board evaluate the impact of identified issues on nursing practice; and        (3)    Make recommendations to the Board when appropriate.
MD. Health Occupations Code Ann. §  8-503 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Health Occupations|Title 8 - Nurses|Subtitle 5 - Miscellaneous Provisions|Section 8-503 - Peer Advisory Committee

    (a)    The Board may appoint peer advisory committees to provide the Board with expert advice related to the practice of nursing by advance practice nurses.    (b)    A member of a peer advisory committee is entitled to receive:        (1)    Compensation, as determined by the Board; and        (2)    Reimbursement for expenses under the Standard State Travel Regulations, as provided in the State budget.
MD. Health Occupations Code Ann. §  8-504 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Health Occupations|Title 8 - Nurses|Subtitle 5 - Miscellaneous Provisions|Section 8-504 - Employer to Report About Licensees

    (a)    (1)    In this section, “employer” means:            (i)    A public employer;            (ii)    A private employer; or            (iii)    An employment agency.        (2)    “Employer” does not include a private employer who employs a licensee for personal or family use.    (b)    On the request of the Board, an employer shall report the name and license number of each licensee employed or placed to practice registered nursing or licensed practical nursing.