Collecting and supplying demographic data for the nursing profession in Washington state is essential to answering the fundamental questions on supply, demand, and distribution of the nursing workforce.

(1) Applicants and licensees must complete all demographic data elements and attest to the completion of the data elements as part of their licensure requirements for:

(a) Licensed practical nurse as defined under WAC 246-840-010(22); or

(b) Registered nurse as defined under WAC 246-840-010(33).

(2) Advanced practice nurses do not have to complete additional demographic data. The demographic data is collected on their RN license.

(3) The commission shall verify compliance with this section during the continued competency audit process in WAC 246-840-230.