Board of Registered Nurses rule relating to requirements for registration, licensure, and professional misconduct

SB 403 authorizes West Virginia's Board of Registered Nurses to implement an existing rule (19 CSR 03) governing nurse registration, licensure requirements, and professional misconduct standards. The bill specifically approves the rule filed on August 23, 2024, which outlines the criteria for nurse registration/licensure and defines conduct considered professional misconduct. This procedural bill does not create new policy but formally authorizes the Board to enforce the existing rule. It directly affects registered nurses seeking licensure or facing misconduct allegations in West Virginia.