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HB 2748

Relating to the use of nursing titles.

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Cyrus Javadi and 6 co-sponsors

Oregon law now protects nursing titles, requiring January 1, 2026, effective date to prevent unqualified individuals from misusing professional designations and ensuring public safety in healthcare.

Chapter 378, (2025 Laws): Effective date January 1, 2026.
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Bill Summary · HB 2748

Legislative bill overview

HB 2748 regulates who can use nursing titles in Oregon, establishing legal protections around the use of terms like "nurse," "registered nurse," and related designations. The bill defines scope of practice and credentialing requirements to ensure only qualified individuals use protected nursing titles.

Why is this important

Protecting nursing titles prevents unqualified individuals from misrepresenting themselves as nurses, which protects public safety and patient care quality. This helps consumers distinguish between licensed nursing professionals and unlicensed healthcare workers, reducing risks of inadequate or unsafe care.

Potential points of contention

  • Scope creep concerns: Healthcare workers in adjacent fields (medical assistants, healthcare technicians) may face restrictions on job titles or descriptions currently in use
  • Enforcement challenges: Determining violations and enforcing title restrictions across diverse healthcare settings and online platforms may prove resource-intensive
  • Grandfathering provisions: The bill may have limited or no provisions allowing current workers using similar titles to continue, creating workforce disruption

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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