Oregon Code § ORS 678.023

Use of title nurse
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An individual may not use the title nurse unless the individual:
(1) Has earned a nursing degree or a nursing certificate from a nursing education program that is:
(a) Approved by the Oregon State Board of Nursing; or
(b) Accredited or approved by another state or United States territory as described under ORS 678.040 and approved by the board; and
(2) Is licensed by a health professional regulatory board as defined in ORS 676.160 to practice the particular health care profession in which the individuals nursing degree or nursing certificate was earned.

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