Regulated ProfessionsNursingFAQHistory of the Board The Missouri State Board of Nursing was created by an act of the General Assembly in 1953. The Omnibus State Reorganization Act 0f 1974 transferred the Board to the Division of Professional Registration within the Department of Economic Development. The Board accredits nursing education programs, conducts examinations, licenses registered professional nurses and licensed practical nurses and disciplines licenses of those who violate the Nursing Practice Act. Statutes governing the Board can be found in Chapter 335 and Chapter 620 of the Missouri Revised Statutes. The rules and regulations of the Board can be found in the Missouri Code of State Regulations 20 CSR 2200 Chapter -1-6. The Board consists of nine members who are nominated by the Director of the Department of Economic Development and appointed by the Governor with the advice and consent of the Senate for a four-year term. The Board appoints an Executive Director who is a qualified individual to administer the provisions of Chapter 335.011 to 335.257 under the Board's direction.