(1) The Oregon State Board of Nursing may issue a nurse emeritus license to an applicant who:
(a) Is a certified registered nurse anesthetist, clinical nurse specialist, licensed practical nurse, nurse practitioner or registered nurse;
(b) Has been granted retired status by the board as described in ORS 678.050; and
(c) Pays the license fee as established by rule of the board.
(2) Notwithstanding ORS 678.050 (6), a nurse emeritus may engage in the practice of nursing, practical nursing or registered nursing on a volunteer or other noncompensatory basis.
(3) The board shall adopt rules to establish:
(a) The license fee for the nurse emeritus license described in subsection (1) of this section; and
(b) The method to determine the competency required to practice nursing, practical nursing or registered nursing as a nurse emeritus.