# 24 Del. C. § 1910: §  1910. Qualifications for registered nurse > Delaware · Statutes · Repealed URL: https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_DE_T24_C19_S1910 ## Section - **Citation:** 24 Del. C. § 1910 - **Heading:** §  1910. Qualifications for registered nurse - **Jurisdiction:** Delaware - **Kind:** Statutes - **Status:** Repealed - **Text as of:** August 14, 2026 - **Source:** Compiled text - **Location:** Delaware Code / Title 24 / Chapter 19 / Section 1910 ## Text An applicant for a license to practice as a registered nurse shall submit to the Board written evidence, verified by oath, that the applicant: (1) Is a graduate of and holds a certificate from a State Board of Nursing approved nursing education program that is authorized to prepare persons for licensure as a registered nurse; (2) Demonstrates competence in English related to nursing; (3) Has earned a high school diploma or its equivalent; (4) Is of such satisfactory physical and mental health as is consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act [42 U.S.C. § 12101 et seq.]; (5) Has committed no acts which are grounds for disciplinary action as set forth in § 1922(a) of this title; however, if after consideration of the factors set forth under § 8735(x)(3) of Title 29 through a hearing or review of documentation the Board determines that granting a waiver would not create an unreasonable risk to public safety, the Board by an affirmative vote of a majority of the quorum, shall waive § 1922(a)(2) of this title. A waiver may not be granted for a conviction of a felony sexual offense; a.-e. [Repealed.] (6) If seeking licensure by endorsement, demonstrates active employment in professional nursing in the past 5 years, or satisfactory completion of a professional nursing refresher program with an approved agency within 2 years prior to filing an application. In the event no refresher course is available the Board may consider alternate methods of evaluating current knowledge in professional nursing; and (7) Has passed the standard national examination for registered nursing. The National Council of State Boards of Nursing shall establish the passing score. ## Nearby sections - [24 Del. C. § 1901 §  1901. Declaration of legislative intent.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_DE_T24_C19_S1901.md) - [24 Del. C. § 1902 §  1902. Definitions.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_DE_T24_C19_S1902.md) - [24 Del. C. § 1903 §  1903. Delaware Board of Nursing — Appointments; qualifications; terms of office; vacancies; suspension or removal.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_DE_T24_C19_S1903.md) - [24 Del. C. § 1904 §  1904. Delaware Board of Nursing — Election of officers; quorum; rules and regulations; special meetings; compensation; seal.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_DE_T24_C19_S1904.md) - [24 Del. C. § 1905 §  1905. Delaware Board of Nursing — Executive Director.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_DE_T24_C19_S1905.md) - [24 Del. C. § 1906 §  1906. Delaware Board of Nursing — Powers and duties.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_DE_T24_C19_S1906.md) - [24 Del. C. § 1907 §  1907. Delaware Board of Nursing — Revenue and expenses.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_DE_T24_C19_S1907.md) - [24 Del. C. § 1908 §  1908. Delaware Board of Nursing — Meetings; examinations for licensing; nursing education programs; fees.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_DE_T24_C19_S1908.md) - [24 Del. C. § 1909 §  1909. License requirement.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_DE_T24_C19_S1909.md) - [24 Del. C. § 1910 §  1910. Qualifications for registered nurse.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_DE_T24_C19_S1910.md) - [24 Del. C. § 1912 §  1912. Reciprocity for registered nurse.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_DE_T24_C19_S1912.md) - [24 Del. C. § 1913 §  1913. Registered nurses licensed under previous law.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_DE_T24_C19_S1913.md) - [24 Del. C. § 1914 §  1914. Qualifications for licensed practical nurse.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_DE_T24_C19_S1914.md) - [24 Del. C. § 1916 §  1916. Reciprocity for licensed practical nurse.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_DE_T24_C19_S1916.md) --- Source: Frix Law Library, https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_DE_T24_C19_S1910. Check the current official text before relying on it. Not legal advice.