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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:#1F497D">Hello,<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:#1F497D">I am working on the projected implementation of the proposed new curriculums and authorized duties. It appears that the January 1, 2015 implementation date is probably too optimistic. Thus for many reasons
including our internal IT needs, the time needed for program approvals and form development, and last but not least, wanting you to enjoy the holiday season instead of stressing over revising curriculums, I am intending to ask the Board to delay implementation
until March 1, 2015 instead of January 1, 2015. I would rather take our time and do it right. Please let me know your thoughts on this plan. Debbie
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<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Monotype Corsiva";color:#1F497D">Debra K. Buck, RN, MS<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:#1F497D">Policy Analyst- Training & Assessment</span><span style="color:#1F497D"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:#1F497D">Oregon State Board of Nursing<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:#1F497D">17938 SW Upper Boones Ferry Rd<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:#1F497D">Portland, OR 97224-7012<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:#1F497D">(971) 673-0636<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:#1F497D">(971) 673-0685 (main office)<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:#1F497D">(971) 673-0684 (fax)<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:#1F497D"><a href="mailto:Debra.buck@state.or.us">Debra.buck@state.or.us</a><o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:12.0pt"><span style="color:#1F497D">Our Mission: To safeguard the public's health and well being by providing guidance for, and regulation of, entry into the profession, nursing education, and continuing safe practice.</span><span style="color:#1F497D"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
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