WAC 246-840-125. Retired active license for RN or LPN

(1) A registered nurse (RN) or licensed practical nurse (LPN) may place their license in "retired active" status as defined in WAC 246-12-010 by meeting the requirements of this section. (2) An RN or LPN who holds a retired active license may only practice in intermittent or emergent circumstances. (a) Intermittent means the RN or LPN will practice no more than 90 days a year. (b) Emergent means the RN or LPN will practice only in emergency circumstances such as earthquakes, floods, times of declared war, or other states of emergency. (3) To obtain a retired active license, an RN or LPN shall: (a) Meet the requirements in WAC 246-12-120 . (b) Pay the appropriate fee as specified in WAC 246-840-990 . (4) To renew a retired active license, the RN or LPN shall: (a) Meet the requirements in WAC 246-12-130 . The retired active license fee is specified in WAC 246-840-990 . (b) Have completed eight hours of continuing nursing education within a 12-month period prior to the renewal of licensure in compliance with WAC 246-840-220 (2)(b). Education may include CPR and first aid. (c) Demonstrate they have practiced at least 24 hours within a 12-month period prior to the renewal of licensure. Practice may be paid or unpaid as a volunteer, but must require nursing knowledge or a nursing license. (d) Renew their retired active license every year on their birthday. (5) To return to active status, the RN or LPN shall meet the requirements in WAC 246-12-140 . The active renewal fee is specified in WAC 246-840-990 . (6) An RN or LPN who holds a retired active license is subject to a continuing competency audit as outlined in WAC 246-840-220 and 246-840-230 .