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RN, LPN Requirement: 24 contact hours every 2 year renewal period prorated for the first renewal. For the first license renewal, earn four (4) contact hours of Board provided continuing education related to Board functions, the Nurse Practice Act, regulations, professional conduct, and accountability and one contact hour for each calendar month remaining in the earning period up to a maximum of 24 contact hours including the mandatory class. This mandatory course is provided by the Alabama Board of Nursing. Special Requirement: Nurses (RN and LPN) that are licensed by examination after October 1, 2002, are required to complete a four contact hour mandatory class: The Role of the Alabama Board of Nursing: Legal, Ethical and Practice Implications.   CRNP, CNM and CRNA must report six (6) contact hours of pharmacology continuing education for APN renewal, within the total contact hours required for RN license renewal. Pharmacology contact hours are not prorated. Continuing Education Additional Information Alabama Board of Nursing Phone: 800-656-5318 Website: Alabama State Board of Nursing Email:abn@abn.state.al.us Mailing Address:        PO Box 303900 Montgomery, AL 36130 CNA Requirement: Must work at least 8 hours every 24 months in a nursing home, hospital, home health agency, hospice agency, or mental health facility for paid compensation.  Volunteer work does not count.  Private sitting, assisted living facilities, and doctor's office work does not count. Phone Number: 334-206-5169 Website: Alabama Certified Nurse Aide Registry FAQ Email: NARCorrespondence@adph.state.al.us Mailing Address: Alabama Certified Nurse Aide Registry Alabama Department of Public Health Division of Health Care Facilities The RSA Tower, Suite 710 201 Monroe Street Montgomery, AL  36104 Requirements Disclaimer: Although we try to keep our links and other information as up-to-date as possible, ultimately, it is the responsibility of each individual user to understand and keep up-to-date with the requirements of the license possessed.

RN, LPN, ARNP Requirement includes completion of two of the following: 30 contact hours, 60 hours of uncompensated professional nursing activities, or 320 hours of nursing employment. RN, ARNP, CRNA: Renewal begins October 1 and is due by November 30 of even-numbered years. LPN: Renewal begins August 1 and is due by September 30 of even-numbered years. CNA Requirement must be completed biennial or prorated based on certificate number: If your certificate number is between 1 and 13061: 24 contact hours and 160 hours worked as a CNA. If your certificate number is between 13062 and 13590: 12 contact hours and 160 hours worked as a CNA. If your certificate number is between 13591 and higher: no contact or worked hours requirements. BOARD OF NURSING HEADQUARTERS  Juneau Mailing Address PO Box 110806 Juneau, AK 99811-1770 Juneau Physical Address 333 Willoughby Avenue 9th Floor Juneau, AK 99801-1770 Juneau Phone Numbers Voice: 907-465-2550 Fax: 907-465-2974 BOARD OF NURSING FIELD OFFICE Anchorage Board of Nursing Phone: Voice: 907-269-8161 CNA: 907-269-8169 Fax: 907-269-8156 Anchorage Mailing & Physical Address (includes CNAs) 550 West 7th Avenue Suite 1500 Anchorage, AK 99501-3567 Website(s): Alaska State Board of Nursing Nurse Aide Registry Nurse Aide Summary Information Sheet Requirements Disclaimer: Although we try to keep our links and other information as up-to-date as possible, ultimately, it is the responsibility of each individual user to understand and keep up-to-date with the requirements of the license possessed.  

RN, LPN, ARNP Requirement: CE not required. Renewal: April 1 CNA, LNA Requirement: Applicants must have worked, doing nursing assistant duties, for a minimum of 160 hours within the past 2 years. CNAs are governed by the Office of Inspector General (OIG) while LNAs are governed by the Arizona Board of Nursing. Arizona Board of Nursing Phone: 602-771-7800 Email: arizona@azbn.gov Website: Arizona State Board of Nursing Mailing Address: 1740 W Adams St., Suite 2000 Phoenix, AZ 85007 Requirements Disclaimer: Although we try to keep our links and other information as up-to-date as possible, ultimately, it is the responsibility of each individual user to understand and keep up-to-date with the requirements of the license possessed.

RN, LPN Requirement: For active licenses, 15 contact hours every 2 year period immediately preceding the renewal date. There is no CE requirement if the first renewal cycle is less than 24 months. Special Requirement: APNs with prescriptive must complete 5 contact hours of pharmacotherapeutics continuing education in the APN's area of certification each biennium prior to license renewal. CNA Requirement: Must have worked as a nursing assistant performing nursing or nursing related services for pay for at least eight consecutive hours within the immediate 24 month period prior to your current registry document expiration date. Renewal Deadline: The last day of your birth month of either even or odd numbered years depending on whether or not your birth year was even or odd. Phone: RN/LPN: 501-686-2700 CNA: Automated Line: 501-682-8484 Direct Line: 501-682-1807 Prometric - 800.818.8917 Email: CNA - ARCNA@prometric.com Website: Arkansas State Board of Nursing Arkansas Renewal FAQs CNA Online Renewal CNA Renewal Application Form RN/LPN Mailing Address: Arkansas State Board of Nursing University Tower Bldg 1123 South University Suite 800 Little Rock, AR 72204-1619 CNA Mailing Address: AR Nurse Aide Registry AR Department of Human Services Office of Long-term Care PO Box 8059, Slot S405 Little Rock, AR 72203-8059 CNA Registry is managed by: Prometric ATTN: AR Nurse Aide 7941 Corporate Drive Nottingham, MD 21236 Requirements Disclaimer: Although we try to keep our links and other information as up-to-date as possible, ultimately, it is the responsibility of each individual user to understand and keep up-to-date with the requirements of the license possessed.

RN, LPN Requirement: 30 contact hours. Renewal: Every 2 years on the last day of the month following the licensee's birthdate. California Board of Nursing Phone: 916-322-3350 Email: brn_licensing@dca.ca.gov Website: California State Board of Registered Nursing (Home Page) California State Board of Registered Nursing (Renewal Information Page) Mailing Address:  P.O. Box 944210 Sacramento, CA 94244-2100 CNA Requirement: 48 credit hours. However, only 24 of those hours may be taken online. Renewal: Every 2 years on the last day of the month following the licensee's birthdate. Phone:  (916) 552-8700 or Toll Free (800) 236-9747 CNA: 916-327-2445 Email: cna@cdph.ca.gov Website:  California Licensing and Certification  Mailing Address:  California Department of Public Health Licensing and Certification PO Box 997377, MS 3000 Sacramento, California 95899-7377 CA Nurse Aide Registry CNA/HHA/CHT Certification Unit Licensing and Certification Division 1615 Capitol Avenue, MS 3301 PO Box 997416 Sacramento, CA 95899-7416 Requirements Disclaimer: Although we try to keep our links and other information as up-to-date as possible, ultimately, it is the responsibility of each individual user to understand and keep up-to-date with the requirements of the license possessed.

RN, LPN, CNA Requirement: CE not required. Renewal Period: RN - September every two years LPN - August of even years CNA - January of even years Colorado Board of Nursing Phone: 303-894-7855 CNA - 303-894-2430 Email: nursing@dora.state.co.us Website: Colorado State Board of Registered Nursing Mailing Address: 1560 Broadway, Suite 1350 Denver, CO 80202 Requirements Disclaimer: Although we try to keep our links and other information as up-to-date as possible, ultimately, it is the responsibility of each individual user to understand and keep up-to-date with the requirements of the license possessed.

RN, LPN Requirement: CE not required. Online license renewal for licenses expired after October 31, 2013. APRN Requirement: Effective October 1, 2014: Completion of a minimum of fifty (50) contact hours of continuing education within the preceding twenty-four (24) month period.  Continuing education shall be in an area of the APRN’s practice; reflect the professional needs of the licensee in order to meet the health care needs of the public; include at least five (5) contact hours of training or education in pharmacotherapeutics; and include at least one contact hour of training or education in each of the following topics: (A) diseases, including, but not limited to, acquired immune deficiency syndrome and  human immunodeficiency virus, (B) risk management, (C) sexual assault, (D) domestic violence, (E) cultural competency, and (F) substance abuse. Connecticut Board of Nursing Phone: 860-509-7603 Email: oplc.dph@ct.gov Website(s): Connecticut Board of Examiners for Nursing Mailing Address: PO Box 340308 Hartford CT 06134-0308 Requirements Disclaimer: Although we try to keep our links and other information as up-to-date as possible, ultimately, it is the responsibility of each individual user to understand and keep up-to-date with the requirements of the license possessed.

RN Requirement: Licensed by examination:  30 hours every two years (after first renewal). Licensed by endorsement or reinstatement:  at least 1 year but less than 2 = 15 contact hours 2 years or more = 30 contact hours Licenses expire on February 28, May 31, or September 30 of odd years. Renewal requires attestation of CE completion and practice of at least 1,000 hours in the past five years or 400 hours in the past two years. LPN Requirement: Licensed by examination:  24 hours every two years (after first renewal). Licensed by endorsement or reinstatement:  at least 1 year but less than 2 = 12 contact hours 2 years or more = 24 contact hours Licenses expire on February 28 of even years. Renewal requires attestation of CE completion and practice of at least 1,000 hours in the past five years or 400 hours in the past two years. All RNs and LPNs must complete three hours of CE in the area of substance abuse. APN Requirement: Licenses expire on February 28, May 31, or September 30 of odd years. Renewal requires attestation of one of the following practice requirements in the role and population focus area in which you are licensed: Practice of 1,500 hours over the past five years in the specialty, or Practice of 600 hours over the past two years in the specialty, or Graduation from the specialty program within the past two years. In addition, APNs who have prescriptive authority must attest to completing ten hours of continuing education (CE) in pharmacology/pharmacotherapeutics in the past two years. Delaware Board of Nursing Phone: 302-744-4500 Email: customerservice.dpr@state.de.us Website(s): Delaware Board of Nursing Nursing Rules and Regulations  Delaware Board of Nursing FAQ  Mailing Address: Cannon Building Suite 203 861 Silver Lake Blvd. Dover, DE 19904 Requirements Disclaimer: Although we try to keep our links and other information as up-to-date as possible, ultimately, it is the responsibility of each individual user to understand and keep up-to-date with the requirements of the license possessed.

RN/APRN Requirement: The completion of twenty four (24) contact hours of continuing education in the licensee's current area of practice is required. Contact hours must be completed no later than June 30 of even numbered years. Only continuing education hours obtained in the two (2) years immediately preceding the end of the biennium will be accepted. APRN Special Requirement: Fifteen (15) contact hours in pharmacology LPN Requirement: The completion of eighteen (18) contact hours of continuing education in the licensee's current area of practice is required. Contact hours must be completed no later than June 30 of odd numbered years. Only continuing education hours obtained in the two (2) years immediately preceding the end of the biennium will be accepted. Special Requirement (LPN, RN, APRN): Three (3) contact hours must be related to HIV/AIDS. Two (2) contact hours must be related to LGBTQ issues. District of Columbia Board of Nursing Phone: 877-672-2174 (Mon - Fri, 8:15am - 4:45pm ET) Website: District of Columbia Board of Nursing District of Columbia Renewal Regulations Online Renewal System Address: 899 North Capitol Street NE Washington DC 20002 Requirements Disclaimer: Although we try to keep our links and other information as up-to-date as possible, ultimately, it is the responsibility of each individual user to understand and keep up-to-date with the requirements of the license possessed.

RN, LPN, APRN Requirement: 24 contact hours every two-year renewal period. Special Requirements for all RN, LPN, APRN: One (1) contact hour is required for each calendar month of the licensure cycle, including: Two (2) hours of Prevention of Medical Errors Two (2) hours of Florida Laws & Rules Two (2) hours of Domestic Violence - every third renewal (every six years). This course is in addition to the required 24 hours of general CE for that renewal period. Two (2) hours of Impairment in the Workplace - every other renewal period. Two (2) hours of Human Trafficking must be completed every two-year renewal period. One (1) hour HIV/AIDS - a one-time requirement to be completed prior to the first renewal.  APRN Special Requirement: For those advanced registered nurse practitioners certified under s. 464.012: At least three (3) hours of Safe and Effective Prescription of Controlled Substances each renewal period. Please Note: A nurse who is certified by a health care specialty program accredited by the National Commission for Certifying Agencies or the Accreditation Board for Specialty Nursing Certification is exempt from continuing education requirements. The CE exemption based on certification does not apply to the 2 hr Human Trafficking course requirement. CNA Requirement: 24 contact hours every two-year renewal period. Training hours shall include, but are not limited to, the following subject areas: Bloodborne Pathogens Infection Control Domestic Violence Medical Record Documentation and Legal Aspects Appropriate to Nursing Assistants Resident Rights Communication with cognitively impaired clients Medical Error Prevention and Safety CPR skills Florida Board of Nursing Phone: 850-488-0595 Website: Florida Board of Nursing Email: MQA_Nursing@doh.state.fl.us Mailing Address: Department of Health Board of Nursing 4052 Bald Cypress Way, Bin #C02 Tallahassee, FL 32399-3252   Applications and Fees ONLY: Department of Health Board of Nursing PO Box 6330 Tallahassee, FL 32314-6330 Requirements Disclaimer: Although we try to keep our links and other information as up-to-date as possible, ultimately, it is the responsibility of each individual user to understand and keep up-to-date with the requirements of the license possessed.

RN Requirement: Completion of 30 continuing education contact hours for each 24 month period. Effective January 31, 2016, all registered nurses will be required to submit documentation of continuing competency as a condition of licensure renewal. Georgia law provides five options from which licensees may choose in order to satisfy the continuing competency requirements. Please click here to view the list of options that may be used to satisfy the renewal requirements. Georgia RN License Renewal Guide LPN Requirement: Completion of 20 continuing education contact hours for each 24 month period. Effective March 31, 2017, all licensed practical nurses will be required to submit documentation of continuing competency as a condition of licensure renewal. Georgia law provides two options from which licensees may choose in order to satisfy the continuing competency requirements. Please click here to view the list of options that may be used to satisfy the renewal requirements. Georgia Board of Nursing Phone: 478-207-2440 Website: Georgia Board of Nursing Mailing Address: Georgia Board of Nursing 237 Coliseum Drive Macon, Georgia 31217 Requirements Disclaimer: Although we try to keep our links and other information as up-to-date as possible, ultimately, it is the responsibility of each individual user to understand and keep up-to-date with the requirements of the license possessed.

" RN, LPN Requirement: Effective July 1, 2017, completion of at least thirty (30) hours of continuing education courses within the immediate biennium prior to the renewal of the license (i.e. July 1 – June 30 of odd years). Note: Courses completed before July 1, 2017 will not count for the June 2019 renewal cycle. ARNP Requirement: Completion of thirty (30) contact hours every two years before June 30 of odd years. Eight (8) hours must be related to the clinical practice specialty area. Hawaii Board of Nursing Phone: 808.586.3000 Email: nursing@dcca.hawaii.gov Website: Hawaii Board of Nursing Continuing Competency Requirements Mailing Address: PVLD/DCCA Attn: Board of Nursing P.O. Box 3469 Honolulu, HI 96801 Requirements Disclaimer: Although we try to keep our links and other information as up-to-date as possible, ultimately, it is the responsibility of each individual user to understand and keep up-to-date with the requirements of the license possessed. "

" RN, LPN Requirement: Fifteen (15) contact hours of continuing education every two-year renewal period. APPN Requirement: 30 hours every two-year renewal period. CRITERIA FOR APPN CONTINUING EDUCATION Idaho Board of Nursing Phone: 208-334-3110 Website: Idaho Board of Nursing Email:  info@ibn.state.id.us Mailing Address: Idaho Board of Nursing PO Box 83720 Boise, ID 83720 Requirements Disclaimer: Although we try to keep our links and other information as up-to-date as possible, ultimately, it is the responsibility of each individual user to understand and keep up-to-date with the requirements of the license possessed. "

RN, LPN Requirement: 20 contact hours every two years. Effective 01/01/2020, as part of the 20 hours required, all RNs and LPNs shall complete a one-hour CE course in sexual harassment training. RN renewal date: May 31 - even years LPN renewal date: January 31 - odd years Illinois RN Renewal FAQ Illinois LPN Renewal FAQ APN Requirement:  80 hours of continuing education required shall be completed as follows: A minimum of 50 hours of the continuing education shall be obtained in continuing education programs that shall include no less than 20 hours of pharmacotherapeutics, including 10 hours of opioid prescribing or substance abuse education. A maximum of 30 hours of credit may be obtained by presentations in the APN's clinical specialty, evidence-based practice, or quality improvement projects, publications, research projects, or preceptor hours. Effective 01/01/2020, as part of the total 80 hours required, all APNs shall complete a one-hour CE course in sexual harassment training. APN renewal date: May 31 - even years Illinois APN CE Relicensure FAQ Illinois Department of Professional Regulation Phone: 312-814-2715 Website(s): Illinois Center for Nursing Illinois Department of Professional Regulation Requirements Disclaimer: Although we try to keep our links and other information as up-to-date as possible, ultimately, it is the responsibility of each individual user to understand and keep up-to-date with the requirements of the license possessed.

RN, LPN Requirement: No CE requirement unless license has been expired for more than 3 years. RN renewal date: October 31 odd numbered years. LPN renewal date: October 31 even numbered years. APN Requirement: 30 hours, 8 hours of which must be in pharmacology. APN renewal date: October 31 odd numbered years. Indiana State Board of Nursing Phone: 317-234-2043 Website(s): Indiana State Board of Nursing Continuing Education Requirements Email: pla2@pla.in.gov Mailing Address: Professional Licensing Agency Attn: Indiana State Board of Nursing 402 W. Washington St., Room W072 Indianapolis, IN 46204 Requirements Disclaimer: Although we try to keep our links and other information as up-to-date as possible, ultimately, it is the responsibility of each individual user to understand and keep up-to-date with the requirements of the license possessed.

RN, LPN Requirement: 36 contact hours for a 3 year license renewal. 24 contact hours for a license renewal held less than 3 years. 12 contact hours for reactivation of an inactive license. Special Requirement: APRNs, RNs and LPNs who regularly examine, attend, counsel or treat dependent adults or children in Iowa are required to complete training related to the identification and reporting of child/dependent adult abuse. The licensee is required to complete at least two hours of training every five years. As of July 1st, 2019 this course is required to be completed through the Iowa Department of Public Health. Iowa Board of Nursing Phone: 515-281-3255 (8:00am - 4:30pm, Mon - Fri) Website: Iowa Board of Nursing CE Basic Requirements Mailing Address: RiverPoint Business Park Iowa Board of Nursing 400 S.W. 8th St., # B Des Moines, IA 50309 Requirements Disclaimer: Although we try to keep our links and other information as up-to-date as possible, ultimately, it is the responsibility of each individual user to understand and keep up-to-date with the requirements of the license possessed.

RN, LPN, ARNP, RNA Requirement: 30 contact hours every two years. Renewal date: by the last day of the licensee's birth month. Special Requirement: Must provide certificates of completion from approved providers. Kansas State Board of Nursing Phone: 785-296-4929 Website: Kansas State Board of Nursing Kansas Requirements Mailing Address: Landon State Office Building Kansas State Board of Nursing 900 SW Jackson, St., Ste. 1051 Topeka, KS 66612 Requirements Disclaimer: Although we try to keep our links and other information as up-to-date as possible, ultimately, it is the responsibility of each individual user to understand and keep up-to-date with the requirements of the license possessed.

RN, LPN Requirements: * Proof of earning 14 contact hours, OR  * A national certification or recertification related to the nurse's practice role (in effect during the entire period or initially earned during the period), OR  * Completion of a nursing research project as principal investigator, coinvestigator, or project director. Must be qualitative or quantitative in nature, utilize research methodology, and include a summary of the findings; OR  * Publication of a nursing related article; OR  * A professional nursing education presentation that is developed by the presenter, presented to nurses or other health professionals, and evidenced by a program brochure, course syllabi, or a letter from the offering provider identifying the licensee's participation as the presenter of the offering; OR  * Participation as a preceptor for at least one nursing student or new employee undergoing orientation (must be for at least 120 hours, have a one-to-one relationship with student or employee, may precept more than one student during the 120 hours, and preceptorship shall be evidenced by written documentation from the educational institution or preceptor's supervisor); OR  * Proof of earning 7 approved contact hours, PLUS a nursing employment evaluation that is satisfactory for continued employment (must be signed by supervisor with the name, address, and phone number of the employer included), and cover at least 6 months of the earning period. Certain college courses may be used to meet the CE requirements. Nursing courses, designated by a nursing course number, and courses in physical and social sciences such as Psychology, Biology, and Sociology will count toward CE hours. Note: One semester credit hour equals 15 contact hours; one quarter hour equals 12 contact hours. RN, LPN Special Requirements: * 1.5 contact hours "Pediatric Abusive Head Trauma" or "Shaken Baby Syndrome" (one time only requirement). Retain documentation until retirement. * 3 contact hours of Domestic Violence (one time only requirement). Retain documentation until retirement. (ONLY applies to nurses seeking reinstatement, licensure by endorsement from another state, and examination candidates educated outside of Kentucky.)   Renewal Period: September 15 - October 31 every two years. APRN Special Requirements: * 5 contact hours Pharmacology CE from KBN approved providers each licensure period. Retain documentation for at least 5 years. APRN Renewal Period: November 1 - October 31 Sexual Assault Nurse Examiners (SANE) Special Requirements: * 5 contact hours Sexual Assault Forensic Medicine OR Domestic Violence from KBN approved providers each licensure period. Retain documentation for at least 5 years. SANE Renewal Period: November 1 - October 31 State Registered Nurse Aide (SRNA) Requirement: You must provide proof of employment that you performed nursing or nursing related functions for at least eight (8) hours for pay as a nurse aide during the past twenty-four (24) months. * Proof of employment may be a copy of a pay stub, a W-2 form, or a letter from an employer.  The name of the facility must be imprinted on the proof of employment. * Renewal notifications are mailed two (2) months prior to the expiration date of active status to the address listed in the Kentucky Nurse Aide Registry (KNAR) database.  Each nursing facility is required by state regulation to provide a minimum of 12 hours of in-service education annually, per date of employment, for each SRNA employee. Kentucky Board of Nursing Phone: Local: 502-429-3300 Toll free: 800-305-2042 Monday- Friday 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Eastern Time Website(s): Kentucky Board of Nursing Kentucky General CE Requirements KBN Mandated CE for Licensure Renewal Details Mailing Address: Kentucky Board of Nursing 312 Whittington Parkway, Suite 300 Louisville, KY 40222-5172 KNAR Mailing Address: 312 Whittington Pky Suite 300-A Louisville, KY 40222-5172 KNAR Phone: 888-530-1919 Requirements Disclaimer: Although we try to keep our links and other information as up-to-date as possible, ultimately, it is the responsibility of each individual user to understand and keep up-to-date with the requirements of the license possessed.

RN, LPN Requirement: * Practiced nursing 1600 hours (or more) within the calendar year. Obtain a minimum of 5 contact hours of accredited CE annually for license renewal. * Practiced nursing at least 160 hours, but less than 1600 hours within the calendar year. Obtain a minimum of 10 contact hours of accredited CE annually for license renewal. * Practiced nursing less than 160 hours during the calendar year. Obtain a minimum of 15 contact hours of accredited CE annually for license renewal. Note: Nurses with 15 or more ANCC/BON accredited nursing contact hours do not need to provide proof of nursing practice hours verified by their employer if audited. Renewal Period: October 1 - December 31 each year. Louisiana Board of Nursing Phone: 225-755-7500 Monday - Friday, 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM Louisiana Nurse Aide Registry Phone: 225-342-0138 225-342-5073 (fax) Websites: Louisiana Board of Nursing Louisiana CE Requirement Details Louisiana Nurse Aide Registry Email(s): renewals@lsbn.state.la.us lsbn@lsbn.state.la.us Mailing Address: Louisiana State Board of Nursing 17373 Perkins Rd. Baton Rouge, LA 70810 LA Nurse Aide Registry PO Box 3767 Baton Rouge, LA 70810 Requirements Disclaimer: Although we try to keep our links and other information as up-to-date as possible, ultimately, it is the responsibility of each individual user to understand and keep up-to-date with the requirements of the license possessed.

" RN, LPN Requirement: CE not required. Renewal period: 2 months prior to birth date. Reminders are mailed out 2 months prior to expiration date. If reminder is not received before 2 weeks prior to birth date, contact the Maine State Board of Nursing. Maine State Board of Nursing Phone: 207-287-1133 Monday - Friday, 8 A.M. to 4:30 P.M. Website: Maine State Board of Nursing Email: Nursing.PFR@maine.gov Renewals; Receptionist & Webmaster: linda.f.elliot@maine.gov Mailing Address: Maine State Board of Nursing 161 Capitol St. 158 State House Station Augusta, ME 04333 Requirements Disclaimer: Although we try to keep our links and other information as up-to-date as possible, ultimately, it is the responsibility of each individual user to understand and keep up-to-date with the requirements of the license possessed. "

RN, LPN, CNA Requirement: CE not required. Renewal period: The 28th day of the birth month. Maryland State Board of Nursing Phone: RN/LPN: 410-585-1900 toll free: 888-202-9861 CNA: 410-585-1934 Monday - Tuesday, 8:00am - 5:00pm Wednesday, 9:30am - 5:00pm Thursday - Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm Website: Maryland State Board of Nursing Email: RN/LPN: Mail-in Renewal - mdbon.support@maryland.gov Online Renewal - support@mdbon.org CNA: Kirby Graham kirby.graham@maryland.gov Mailing Address: Maryland Board of Nursing 4140 Patterson Ave. Baltimore, MD 21215-2254 Requirements Disclaimer: Although we try to keep our links and other information as up-to-date as possible, ultimately, it is the responsibility of each individual user to understand and keep up-to-date with the requirements of the license possessed.

RN, LPN Requirement: 15 contact hours every 2 years (excluding those renewing for the first time). Massachusetts State Board of Nursing Phone: Toll Free: 800-414-0168 Local: 617-973-0900 Website: Massachusetts State Board of Nursing Board of Registration in Nursing CE  Email: Renewals: renew.bymail@state.ma.us Applications: nursebyexam@pcshq.com General Nursing: nursing.admin@state.ma.us Mailing Address: Board of Registration in Nursing 239 Causeway Street, Suite 500, 5th Floor Boston, Massachusetts 02114 CNA Requirement: Current CNAs must have worked for pay as a nurse aide, under the supervision of a nurse, for at least eight consecutive hours performing nursing related duties in the 24 months immediately preceding renewal. The expiration date for a new certificate will be determined by adding two (2) years to the last known date of employment. Massachusetts Nurse Aide Registry Renewal Form Red Cross Nurse Aide Competency Evaluation Phone: Toll Free: 800-962-4337 Local: 781-979-4010 Website: MA Health and Human Services Email: massbaytesting@usa.redcross.org Mailing Address: American Red Cross Testing Office Renewal Program 143 Main Street Cambridge, MA 02142-1530 Requirements Disclaimer: Although we try to keep our links and other information as up-to-date as possible, ultimately, it is the responsibility of each individual user to understand and keep up-to-date with the requirements of the license possessed.

RN, LPN Requirement: RNs and LPNs are required to complete 25 contact hours every two year renewal period. Effective for March 2018 renewals, a minimum of two (2) contact hours must be completed in pain and symptom management. Special Requirement: Beginning with the January 2018 renewal cycle, and all renewal cycles thereafter, licensees must have completed training in identifying victims of human trafficking that meet the standards established in Administrative Rule 338.10105. Beginning January 1, 2022, individuals seeking initial licensure must have completed Human Trafficking Training prior to obtaining a license as a Nurse. Licensees, or individuals seeking licensure, must complete training in identifying victims of human trafficking only one time. The Department may select and audit a sample of individuals and request documentation verifying the completion of the training.  Effective June 1, 2022, training on Implicit Bias is required as a condition for initial licensure or registration as well as license  or registration renewal. This training is in addition to any continuing education training required for your profession. Unlike  the human trafficking training requirement, this is not a “one time” training. Implicit Bias training is required every time you  renew your license. Licensees seeking to renew their license must complete 1 hour of Implicit Bias training, while those seeking initial licensure are required to obtain 2 hours. Phone: 517-335-0918 Website: Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs Implicit Bias FAQs Email: bhcshelp@michigan.gov Mailing Address: Michigan Board of Nursing PO Box 30193 Lansing, MI 48909 Requirements Disclaimer: Although we try to keep our links and other information as up-to-date as possible, ultimately, it is the responsibility of each individual user to understand and keep up-to-date with the requirements of the license possessed.

RN Requirement:  24 contact hours every 2 years. LPN Requirement: 12 contact hours every 2 years. Minnesota Board of Nursing Phone: 888-234-2690 or 612-317-3000 Website: Minnesota Board of Nursing Email: nursing.board@state.mn.us Mailing Address: Minnesota Board of Nursing 2829 University Avenue SE #200 Minneapolis MN 5414-3253 Requirements Disclaimer: Although we try to keep our links and other information as up-to-date as possible, ultimately, it is the responsibility of each individual user to understand and keep up-to-date with the requirements of the license possessed.

RN, LPN Requirement: Effective August 22, 2019, all RNs and LPNs are required to complete at least twenty (20) contact hours each biennium. ARNP Requirement: Documentation of at least forty (40) contact hours of continuing education concerning the advanced practice must be submitted prior to renewal, due by Dec. 31st of even-numbered years. At least ten (10) of those hours must directly related to controlled substances. Mississippi Board of Nursing Phone: 601-957-6300 Website: Mississippi Board of Nursing Mailing Address: Mississippi Board of Nursing 713 Pear Orchard Road Suite 300 Ridgeland, MS 39157 Requirements Disclaimer: Although we try to keep our links and other information as up-to-date as possible, ultimately, it is the responsibility of each individual user to understand and keep up-to-date with the requirements of the license possessed.

RN, LPN Requirement: CE not required. Renewal Period: RN - April 30th of each odd-numbered year. LPN - May 31st of each even-numbered year. Missouri State Board of Nursing Phone: 573-751-0681 Website: Missouri State Board of Nursing Email: nursing@pr.mo.gov Mailing Address: Missouri Board of Nursing PO Box 656 Jefferson City, MO  65102-0656 Requirements Disclaimer: Although we try to keep our links and other information as up-to-date as possible, ultimately, it is the responsibility of each individual user to understand and keep up-to-date with the requirements of the license possessed.

RN, LPN Requirement: 24 contact hours every two-year renewal period. APRN Requirement: APRNs must complete a minimum of 24 contact hours during the two-year renewal period. 12 of those contact hours are to include continuing education in pharmacotherapeutics. No more than 2 pharmacology contact hours may concern the study of herbal or complementary therapies in order to maintain prescriptive authority. Montana State Board of Nursing Phone: 406-841-2340 Website: Montana State Board of Nursing Biennial Continuing Education Regulations Splitting Renewals - Effective 2018 Email: bsd.dli.mt.gov/email_form.asp Mailing Address: Montana State Board of Nursing PO Box 200513 Helena, MT 59620-0513 Requirements Disclaimer: Although we try to keep our links and other information as up-to-date as possible, ultimately, it is the responsibility of each individual user to understand and keep up-to-date with the requirements of the license possessed.

RN, LPN Requirement: 20 contact hours within the last renewal period related to the practice of nursing. At least 10 of the 20 hours must be formally peer reviewed and approved continuing education. Up to 4 of those hours may be CPR and BLS courses (combined). APRN Requirement: APRN-CNS - Current active RN license and: * National certification/recertification or documentation of an alternative method of competency assessment, if licensed after September 1, 2007; * At least 2080 hours of practice as a Clinical Nurse Specialist within the previous five years immediately preceding renewal; * At least 40 contact hours of continuing education in the clinical specialty area within the previous two years. APRN-CRNA - Current active RN license and hold current national certification (NBCRNA). APRN-NP - Current active RN license and: * Current National Certification/Recertification; and * If licensed less than 2 years, you are not required to meet the continuing education or practice requirement for license renewal. * If licensed more than 2 years but less than 5 years, at least 40 contact hours of continuing education in their clinical specialty area within the 2 years preceding the renewal period. 10 of the 40 contact hours must be in pharmacotherapeutics.  (2080 hours of practice is not required) * If licensed more than 5 years, at least 2080 hours of practice as an APRN within the previous 5 years immediately preceding renewal AND documentation of 40 contact hours of continuing education in the clinical specialty area within the previous 2 years, 10 hours must be in pharmacotherapeutics; * At least 500 of the 2080 hours of practice must be in a clinical role in which there is a direct nurse/patient relationship; Renewal Period: RNs and APRNs - October 31 of each even-numbered year. LPNs - October 31 of each odd-numbered year. Nebraska Health and Human Services Phone: 402-471-3121 Website: Nebraska Health and Human Services Mailing Address: Nebraska Department of Health & Human Services PO Box 95026 Lincoln NE 68509-5026 Requirements Disclaimer: Although we try to keep our links and other information as up-to-date as possible, ultimately, it is the responsibility of each individual user to understand and keep up-to-date with the requirements of the license possessed.

RN, LPN Requirement: 30 contact hours every two years. Renewal Period: Birthday of the license holder. Special Requirement: RNs and LPNs are required to complete a one-time bio-terrorism course. CNA Requirement: 24 contact hours every two years. APN Requirement: 45 contact hours. 15 of these hours must be directly related to their specialties. CRNA Requirement: 45 contact hours. 15 of these hours must be in pharmacology. Nevada State Board of Nursing Phone: 888-590-6726  Las Vegas Office: 702-486-5800 Reno Office: 775-687-7700 Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm Pacific Time Website: Nevada State Board of Nursing Email: nursingboard@nsbn.state.nv.us Mailing Address: Nevada State Board of Nursing Las Vegas: 4220 S. Maryland Pkwy., Building B, Suite 300 Las Vegas, NV 89119-7533 Reno: 5011 Meadowood Mall Way, Suite 300 Reno, NV 89502-6547 Requirements Disclaimer: Although we try to keep our links and other information as up-to-date as possible, ultimately, it is the responsibility of each individual user to understand and keep up-to-date with the requirements of the license possessed.

RN, LPN Requirement: 30 contact hours in 2 years immediately preceding license application including workshops, conferences, lectures or other education offerings designed to enhance nursing knowledge, judgment, and skills. APRN Requirement: 30 hours for RN licensure, 30 additional hours specific to the area of advanced practice specialization, 5 of which must be related to pharmacology. Current certification in specialty will meet requirements for 30 continuing education hours for RN licensure. 400 hours active in practice specialty in 4 years immediately preceding date of application. LNA Requirement: 12 contact hours per year including conferences, lectures or other education offerings designed to enhance nursing assistant knowledge, judgment, and skills or successful completion of nursing assistant competency test within 2 years of date of application. 200 hours in 2 years immediately preceding date of application, or successful completion of nursing assistant competency test within 2 years of date of application. MNA Requirement: 4 of the 12 required contact hours for LNA must be related to medication administration. Minimum of 50 hours use of medication nursing assistant knowledge, judgment and skills within 2 years of date of application. New Hampshire Board of Nursing Phone: 603-271-2323 Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 4:00pm Eastern Time Website: New Hampshire Board of Nursing Email: boardquestions@nursing.state.nh.us Mailing Address: New Hampshire Board of Nursing 121 South Fruit St Concord NH 03301 Requirements Disclaimer: Although we try to keep our links and other information as up-to-date as possible, ultimately, it is the responsibility of each individual user to understand and keep up-to-date with the requirements of the license possessed.

RN, LPN Requirement: 30 contact hours within the 24 months immediately preceding expiration of license. CNP, CNS Requirement: 50 contact hours each renewal. Thirty (30) contact hours shall meet the requirements for licensure as an RN and an additional twenty (20) contact hours, fifteen (15) of which must be pharmacology and five (5) in the area of practice. APRN Requirement: 15 contact hours. 5 of these must be in pharmacology, to include management of non-cancer or chronic pain, for APRNs with DEA registration and prescriptive authority. New Mexico Board of Nursing Phone: 505-841-8340 Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm Website: New Mexico Board of Nursing Email: boardofnursing@state.nm.us Mailing Address: New Mexico Board of Nursing 6301 Indian School NE Suite 710 Albuquerque, NM 87110 Requirements Disclaimer: Although we try to keep our links and other information as up-to-date as possible, ultimately, it is the responsibility of each individual user to understand and keep up-to-date with the requirements of the license possessed.

RN Requirement: Registration renewal is required every three years. 3 hours of an Infection Control course every 4 years. There is a one time 2 hour Child Abuse course requirement for initial licensure. LPN Requirement: Registration renewal is required every three years. 3 hours of an Infection Control course every 4 years. New York State Board of Nursing Phone: 518-474-3817 Website: New York State Board of Nursing Email: nursebd@mail.nysed.gov Mailing Address: NY State Education Department Nurse Unit 89 Washington Ave. Albany, NY 12234 Requirements Disclaimer: Although we try to keep our links and other information as up-to-date as possible, ultimately, it is the responsibility of each individual user to understand and keep up-to-date with the requirements of the license possessed.

RN, LPN Requirement: Completion of one of the following: 15 Contact Hours of continued education and 640 hours of active practice within the previous 2 years National Certification or Re-certification by a National Credentialing Body recognized by the Board 30 Contact Hours of continued education Completion of a Board-Approved Refresher Course Completion of a minimum of two (2) semester hours of post-licensure academic education related to nursing practice 15 Contact Hours of continued education and completion of a nursing project as Principal Investigator or Co-Investigator to include a statement of the problem, project objectives, methods, date of completion and summary of findings 15 Contact Hours of continued education and Authoring or Co-Authoring a nursing-related article, paper, book or book chapter 15 Contact Hours of continued education and developing and conducting a nursing continuing education presentation or presentations totaling a minimum of five contact hours, including program brochure or course syllabi, objectives, date, and location of presentation, and approximate number of attendees   North Carolina Board of Nursing Phone: 919-782-3211 Monday through Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm Eastern Time Website: North Carolina Board of Nursing Email: renewal@ncbon.com Mailing Address: North Carolina Board of Nursing Post Office Box 2129 Raleigh, North Carolina 27602-2129 Requirements Disclaimer: Although we try to keep our links and other information as up-to-date as possible, ultimately, it is the responsibility of each individual user to understand and keep up-to-date with the requirements of the license possessed.

APRN, RN, LPN Requirement: 12 contact hours every two years. • If you recently received your first license in North Dakota and took an examination to receive it, and this is your first renewal of that nursing license, you are NOT REQUIRED to have completed CE courses. • If you received your first license in North Dakota by an endorsement from another state in the year you are renewing, you must still complete 12 contact hours for renewal of your nursing license. Special Requirement: APRN with Prescriptive Authority – Must complete 15 contact hours of CE related to pharmacology.  These 15 contact hours may fulfill the RN/APRN renewal contact hour requirements of 12 CE. North Dakota Board of Nursing Phone: 701-328-9777 Website: North Dakota Board of Nursing ND Continuing Education Requirements Email: contactus@NDBON.org Mailing Address: North Dakota Board of Nursing 919 S 7th St Suite 504 Bismarck, ND 58504-5881 Requirements Disclaimer: Although we try to keep our links and other information as up-to-date as possible, ultimately, it is the responsibility of each individual user to understand and keep up-to-date with the requirements of the license possessed.

APRN, RN, LPN Requirement: 24 contact hours. Special Requirement: All licensee and certificate holders are required to complete at least one contact hour of Category A for renewal. This contact hour must be directly related to the Ohio Nurse Practice Act and the rules of the Ohio Board of Nursing. Effective February 1, 2009, to qualify as Category A, the CE must be approved by an Ohio Board of Nursing (OBN) approver, or offered by an OBN approved provider unit headquartered in the state of Ohio. CTP held for less than a full renewal period must complete at least 6 contact hours in advanced pharmacology. Those holding CTP for a full renewal period must complete at least 12 contact hours in advanced pharmacology. These contact hours are in addition to the regular 24 needed for regular renewal. See also: Ohio Nurse Practice Act Course Difference Ohio Nurse Practice Act Course Acceptance? Ohio Board of Nursing Phone: 614-466-3947 Website: Ohio Board of Nursing Requirements Disclaimer: Although we try to keep our links and other information as up-to-date as possible, ultimately, it is the responsibility of each individual user to understand and keep up-to-date with the requirements of the license possessed.

RN, LPN Requirement: Effective January 1st, 2014 RNs and LPNs renewing their licenses will be required to demonstrate evidence of qualifications for practice through completion of one or more of the following five requirements within the past two years prior to the expiration date of the license: 1) Verify employment in a position that requires a registered nurse [practical nurse] with verification of at least 520 work hours; or 2) Verify the completion of at least twenty-four (24) contact hours of continuing education applicable to nursing practice; or 3) Verify current certification in a nursing specialty area; or 4) Verify completion of a Board-approved refresher course; or 5) Verify completion of at least six (6) academic semester credit hours of nursing coursework at the licensee’s current level of licensure or higher. Oklahoma Board of Nursing Phone: 405-962-1800 Website(s): Oklahoma Board of Nursing Continuing Qualifications Details Mailing Address: Oklahoma Board of Nursing 2915 North Classen Boulevard, Suite 524 Oklahoma City, OK 73106 Requirements Disclaimer: Although we try to keep our links and other information as up-to-date as possible, ultimately, it is the responsibility of each individual user to understand and keep up-to-date with the requirements of the license possessed.

RN, LPN Requirement: Renewal is dependent on meeting one of three of the following requirements: Practice nursing for a minimum of 960 hours during the previous five years. Successfully complete an approved re-entry program within the two years preceding renewal. Graduate from an OSBN-approved nursing program within the past five years. ANP Requirement: Practice Requirement: Practice as a NP for a minimum of 960 hours during the last five years; or Graduate from a NP education program within the past year; or Graduate from a NP education program and practice as a NP at least 192 hours within the last two years. Continuing education: Complete 100 hours of continuing education within the past two years prior to renewal date. For new graduates (graduated within the past two years), the hours are prorated based on the length of time between graduation and the first renewal. National certification as a NP may count for up to 50 hours of structured CE. CNS Requirement: Practice as a CNS for no less than 960 hours within the past five years prior to renewal, or have completed a re-entry program. Complete 40 hours of continuing education during the past two years prior to renewal. National certification as a CNS may count for up to 20 hours of structured CE. CRNA Requirement: Practice as a CRNA for a minimum of 850 hours within the past two years or graduate from a nurse anesthesia educational program within the past two years. Hold current certification from the Council on Certification or Council of Recertification of Nurse Anesthetists. Complete 40 hours of continuing education approved by the AANA during the past two years prior to renewal. For new graduates (graduated within the past two years), the hours are prorated based on the length of time between graduation and the first renewal. CNA/CMA Requirements: Work and be paid for at least 400 hours (approximately three months, full-time) of CNA duties in the two years immediately preceding the certificate expiration date. Volunteer work does not count for renewal. Caring for a family member counts for renewal only when it is paid employment. Perform authorized duties as listed in the OSBN's rules under the supervision of a licensed nurse or under delegation by a Registered Nurse. Employment as a CMA counts toward CNA renewal. However, work as a CNA does not count toward CMA renewal. Special Requirement: In addition, CMAs must have eight hours of medication-related continuing education during the two years immediately preceding the certificate expiration date. Pain Management Continuing Education Requirement: All nurses and health care providers are mandated to complete seven hours of pain management - related continuing education within 24 months of the first renewal of their Oregon license. One of the seven total hours must be completed by taking the online course offered by the Oregon Pain Management Commission on their website at: http://www.oregon.gov/oha/OHPR/PMC/pages/index.aspx. The remaining six hours can be of your choice, from CE courses that are accredited by an established accrediting body (such as another state board of nursing or national organization) for continuing nursing education. NOTE: This is a one-time requirement and does not have to be repeated for future renewals. Renewal Period: Expiration is midnight the day before your birthday in even or odd years based upon if your birth year was an even or odd numbered year. (i.e. 1977 = odd, 1976 = even). Renewal notices are sent out to email addresses on file with the OSBN office six-to-eight weeks prior to license expiration. Oregon Board of Nursing Phone: 971-673-0685 Website: Oregon Board of Nursing Email: oregon.bn.info@state.or.us Mailing Address: Oregon State Board of Nursing 17938 SW Upper Boones Ferry Rd. Portland, Oregon 97224-7012 Requirements Disclaimer: Although we try to keep our links and other information as up-to-date as possible, ultimately, it is the responsibility of each individual user to understand and keep up-to-date with the requirements of the license possessed.

RN Requirement: 30 contact hours each 2-year period immediately preceding renewal. CRNP Requirement: 30 contact hours each 2-year period immediately preceding renewal. CRNPs with prescriptive authority are required to have a minimum of 16 of the 30 contact hours in pharmacology. LPN Requirement: No general CE requirement. Special Requirement for ALL health related licenses: Effective January 1, 2015, all persons applying for issuance of an initial license shall be required to complete 3 hours of DHS - approved training in child abuse recognition and reporting requirements as a condition of licensure. Additionally, effective with the first license renewal after January 1, 2015, all health - related licensees and funeral directors applying for the renewal of a license issued by the Board shall be required to complete at least 2 hours of Board - approved continuing education in child abuse recognition and reporting requirements as a condition of renewal. Phone: 717-783-7142 Website: Pennsylvania State Board of Nursing Email: ST-NURSE@pa.gov Mailing Address: State Board of Nursing PO Box 2649 Harrisburg, PA 17105-2649 CNA Requirement: Required to work for pay as a nurse aide in a nursing environment such as a nursing home, hospital or home health setting for at least eight hours during the previous 24 months of enrollment in the nurse aide registry. Phone: 800-852-0518 or 717-787-1816 Website: Pennsylvania Department of Health Mailing Address: Pennsylvania Department of Health  Health and Welfare Building, Room 526 8th Floor West 625 Forster Street Harrisburg, PA 17120 Requirements Disclaimer: Although we try to keep our links and other information as up-to-date as possible, ultimately, it is the responsibility of each individual user to understand and keep up-to-date with the requirements of the license possessed.

RN Requirements: 30 contact hours every renewal period. 20 contact hours may be earned through distance learning. Three (3) hours of infection control that includes HIV, Hepatitis, and TB is also required. LPN Requirements: 21 contact hours every renewal period. 15 contact hours may be earned through distance learning. Three (3) hours of infection control that includes HIV, Hepatitis, and TB is also required. Website:  Puerto Rico Department of Health  Email: webmaster@salud.gov.pr  Phone: 787-274-7676 Mailing Address: Departamento de Salud PO Box 70184 San Juan, PR 00936-0184 Requirements Disclaimer: Although we try to keep our links and other information as up-to-date as possible, ultimately, it is the responsibility of each individual user to understand and keep up-to-date with the requirements of the license possessed.

RN, LPN Requirement: 10 contact hours every 2 year renewal period related to nursing practice. Effective in 2017, 2 of those hours must be related to substance abuse. License renewal is due by March 1st. Rhode Island Board of Nursing Phone (RNs and LPNs): 401-222-5700 CRNP Special Requirement: To maintain prescriptive privileges, the applicant must complete 30 contact hours in pharmacology every six (6) years. CNA Requirement: Must have been employed as a nursing assistant for at least eight (8) hours within the prior twenty-four (24) months; or have completed a nursing assistant training and testing program within the past twenty-four (24) months. Special Requirement: Medication Aides must also complete four (4) required continuing education hours related to medication administration. Renewal Period: June 30th every two years. Rhode Island Board of Nursing Phone (CNAs): 401-222-5888 Website(s): Rhode Island Board of Nursing Rhode Island Board of Nursing Regulations Rhode Island Certified Nursing Assistant/Medical Aide Additional Information Online Email Contact: http://www.health.ri.gov/contactus/ Mailing Address: Rhode Island Board of Nursing 3 Capitol Hill Providence, RI 02908 Requirements Disclaimer: Although we try to keep our links and other information as up-to-date as possible, ultimately, it is the responsibility of each individual user to understand and keep up-to-date with the requirements of the license possessed.

RN, LPN, ARN Requirement: Complete at least one of the following: * 30 contact hours from a continuing education provider recognized by the board * maintenance of certification or re-certification by a national certifying body recognized by the board * completion of an academic program of study in nursing or a related field recognized by the board * verification of competency and the number of hours practiced as evidenced by employer certification on a form approved by the Board. Renewal Period: April 30th of even numbered years. CNA Requirement: Employment as a nurse aide for at least eight consecutive hours during the 24 months preceding renewal. CNA Renewal South Carolina Board of Nursing Phone: 803-896-4550 Website: South Carolina Board of Nursing Email: NURSEBOARD@llr.sc.gov Mailing Address: South Carolina Board of Nursing PO Box 12367 Columbia, S.C. 29211-2367 Requirements Disclaimer: Although we try to keep our links and other information as up-to-date as possible, ultimately, it is the responsibility of each individual user to understand and keep up-to-date with the requirements of the license possessed.

RN, LPN Requirement: No continuing education requirement. Employment verification – the number of hours you worked in the nursing profession (at least 140 hours in any 12-month period, or an accumulated total of at least 480 hours within the preceding 6 years) CNA Requirement: Employment verification - at least 8 hours employed as a nurse aide during the 2 years prior to renewal. South Dakota Board of Nursing Phone: 605-362-2760 Website: South Dakota Board of Nursing Mailing Address: South Dakota Department of Health 4305 S. Louise Avenue Suite 201 Sioux Falls SD 57106-3315 Requirements Disclaimer: Although we try to keep our links and other information as up-to-date as possible, ultimately, it is the responsibility of each individual user to understand and keep up-to-date with the requirements of the license possessed.

RN, LPN Requirement: Acceptable proof of competence shall include two items or documentation of the following: (one item for nurses not practicing but wishing to maintain an active license, contact hours must be ten hours which includes five for each year out of practice). 1. Copy of a satisfactory employer evaluation 2. Letter from a peer providing a satisfactory evaluation of your nursing performance 3. Letter from a patient or family member giving evidence of a satisfactory nurse/patient relationship 4. Copy of a contract of renewal or re-appointment to a nursing position 5. Written self-evaluation based on the standards of competence listed in the rules 6. Evidence of initial or continuing national certification 7. A document that identifies two nursing goals and how you met these goals 8. A letter from the agency where you volunteered as a nurse 9. Documentation from a school of nursing stating that you participated in the education of nursing students 10. Certificate/evidence of five contact hours of continuing education 11. Copy of a published article relevant to nursing written by the licensee 12. Letter of satisfactory completion of a nursing refresher course 13. Letter of satisfactory completion of a comprehensive nursing orientation program 14. Official transcript (may be student issued) demonstrating two hours of nursing credit 15. Evidence of successfully retaken NCLEX APN Requirement: In order to have acceptable proof of competence, advanced practice nurses must have documentation of: 1. Evidence of initial or continuing national certification. 2. One additional item from the registered nurse proof of competence. APN Special Requirement: APNs that are holders of a Certificate of Fitness must have documentation of: 1. Evidence of initial or continuing national certification. 2. One additional item from the registered nurse proof of competence. 3. A minimum of two (2) contact hours of continuing education designed specifically to address controlled substance prescribing practices.  The continuing education must include instruction in the Tennessee Department of Health’s treatment guidelines on opioids, benzodiazepines, barbiturates and carisoprodol, and may include such other topics as medicine addiction or risk management tools. 4. A copy of current notice and formulary (PH 3625) if prescribing. Phone: 800-778-4123 or 615-532-5166 Website: Tennessee Board of Nursing Mailing Address: Tennessee Board of Nursing 665 Mainstream Drive, 2nd Floor Nashville, TN 37243 CNA Requirement: Evidence of having worked at least one eight hour shift employed as a nurse aide in the 24 months prior to certification renewal. Phone: 800-778-4504 or 615-532-5171 Mailing Address: Tennessee Department of Health 710 James Robertson Parkway Andrew Johnson Tower Nashville, TN 37243 Requirements Disclaimer: Although we try to keep our links and other information as up-to-date as possible, ultimately, it is the responsibility of each individual user to understand and keep up-to-date with the requirements of the license possessed.

RN, APRN, LPN Requirement: 20 contact hours every two years. For APRNs with Prescriptive Authority, an additional five contact hours (at least) in pharmacology must be completed. Special Requirement: Nursing Jurisprudence and Ethics CE: Effective April 2014, every third renewal, nurses must complete a course on Jurisprudence and Ethics for Nurses Licensed in Texas. To determine the time frame for completion of the course, please refer to this Texas Calculator for NJE. Effective September 1, 2013, nurses who perform a forensic exam on a sexual assault survivor must have completed basic forensic evidence collection training, or the equivalent education, prior to performing the examination; Board Rule 216.3(d)(1). This is a one-time requirement; therefore, nurses who perform forensic exams are encouraged to retain the certificate of course completion indefinitely. Older Adult or Geriatric Care. Any LVN, RN, or APRN whose practice includes the older adult or geriatric population is required to complete at least two contact hours in every licensure cycle beginning on or after January 1, 2014. The content must include information relating to elder abuse, age related memory changes and disease processes, including chronic conditions, and end of life issues. A nurse may choose to complete more than one course in order to cover all content required in the rule. Forensic Evidence Collection CE: Effective September 1, 2013, nurses who perform a forensic exam on a sexual assault survivor must have completed basic forensic evidence collection training, or the equivalent education, prior to performing the examination [Board Rule 216.3(d)(1)]. This is a one-time requirement; therefore, nurses who perform forensic exams are encouraged to retain the certificate of course completion indefinitely. "Continuing education completed under this subsection shall include information relevant to forensic evidence collection and age or population-specific nursing interventions that may be required by other laws and/or are necessary in order to assure evidence collection that meets requirements under the Government Code §420.031 regarding use of a service-approved evidence collection kit and protocol. Content may also include, but is not limited to, documentation, history-taking skills, use of sexual assault kit, survivor symptoms, and emotional and psychological support interventions for victims." Effective September 1, 2005, the NPA was amended, adding the CE requirement, Forensic Evidence Collection in Continuing Education. This targeted CE requirement applies to all nurses practicing in emergency department (ED) settings as either their home unit, floating, contracted, or other duties that involve functioning in an ED setting or role. This is a one-time requirement per nurse effective September 1, 2006. Compliance with this requirement is ongoing for any nurse who begins practicing in an ED setting as there is no expiration date for this requirement under Texas Occupations Code § 301.306 (NPA). Texas Board of Nursing Phone: Line 1: 512-305-6809 Line 2: 512-305-7400 Website: Texas Board of Nursing Email: webmaster@bon.texas.gov Mailing Address: 333 Guadalupe Suite 3-460 Austin, TX 78701-3944 Requirements Disclaimer: Although we try to keep our links and other information as up-to-date as possible, ultimately, it is the responsibility of each individual user to understand and keep up-to-date with the requirements of the license possessed.

RN, LPN Requirement: In accordance with Subsection R156-31b-303(3)(a), during the past 2 years, you must have completed licensed practice for at least 400 hours OR licensed practice for at least 200 hours and completed 15 hours of approved continuing education OR completed 30 hours of approved continuing education. Utah LPN License Renewal Guide APRN, APRN w/Controlled Substance, CRNA, CRNA w/Controlled Substance Requirement: In accordance with Subsection R156-31b-303(3)(b), you must be currently certified or recertified in your specialty area of practice or, if licensed as an APRN prior to July 1, 1992, you may alternatively have practiced at least 400 hours in the past 2 years AND have completed 30 hours of approved continuing education. For those having a controlled substance license, Subsection 58-37-6.5(2) requires each controlled substance prescriber to complete at least 4 continuing education hours per licensing period.  A controlled substance prescriber shall complete at least 3.5 hours of continuing education hours in one or more controlled substance prescribing classes and .5 hour for the online DOPL tutorial. Only approved courses will be accepted. Renewal Periods: RN - before January 31 odd numbered years. LPN, APRN, APRN w/Controlled Substance, CRNA, CRNA w/Controlled Substance - before January 31 even numbered years. Utah State Board of Nursing Phone: 801-530-6628 Website: Utah State Board of Nursing Requirements Disclaimer: Although we try to keep our links and other information as up-to-date as possible, ultimately, it is the responsibility of each individual user to understand and keep up-to-date with the requirements of the license possessed.

RN, LPN Requirement: No CE Requirement. However, the rule states "Continuing Education" - The Board expects each licensee to assume individual responsibility for maintaining and improving competencies in current knowledge, skills, and abilities relevant to the individual's area of practice." Vermont State Board of Nursing Phone: 802-828-2396 Website: Vermont State Board of Nursing Mailing Address: Vermont State Board of Nursing 89 Main Street, 3rd Floor Montpelier, Vermont 05620-3402 Requirements Disclaimer: Although we try to keep our links and other information as up-to-date as possible, ultimately, it is the responsibility of each individual user to understand and keep up-to-date with the requirements of the license possessed.

RN, LPN Requirement: Effective August 1, 2013, RNs and LPNs shall complete at least one of the following activities for licensure renewal: * Current specialty certification by a national certifying organization, as defined in 18VAC90-20-10.  * Completion of a minimum of three credit hours of post-licensure academic education relevant to nursing practice, offered by a regionally-accredited college or university.  * A board-approved refresher course in nursing.  * Completion of nursing-related, evidence-based practice project or research study.  * Completion of publication as the author or co-author during a renewal cycle.  * Teaching a nursing-related course resulting in no less than three semester hours of college credit or specialty certification.  * Teaching nursing-related continuing education courses for up to 30 contact hours.  * 15 contact hours of workshops, seminars, conferences or courses relevant to the practice of nursing and 640 hours of active practice as a nurse.  * 30 contact hours of workshops, seminars, conferences or courses relevant to the practice of nursing. These regulations will affect licensure renewals beginning August 1, 2015.  Virginia State Board of Nursing Phone: 804-367-4515 Email: nursebd@dhp.virginia.gov Website: Virginia State Board of Nursing Mailing Address:  Department of Health Professions Vermont State Board of Nursing Perimeter Center 9960 Mayland Drive, Suite 300  Henrico, Virginia 23233-1463 Requirements Disclaimer: Although we try to keep our links and other information as up-to-date as possible, ultimately, it is the responsibility of each individual user to understand and keep up-to-date with the requirements of the license possessed.

RN, LPN Requirements:  The Nursing Care Quality Assurance Commission adopted rulesfor an independent continuing competency program effective January 2011. Audits of adherence with these rules is effective with each licensee's renewal date beginning January 1, 2014 and every three years thereafter. Continued competency requirements include attestation and documentation of : Continuing nursing education. 45 hours every three years. Participation in active practice. 531 hours every three years. Self-assessment and reflection. Options and Acceptable Documentation of Continuing Competency Requirements PDF ARNP Requirements: License renewal required every two years on or before the licensee's birthday. In addition to submitting the appropriate fee 30 hours of continuing education must be completed (15 additional in pharmacology if licensee has prescriptive authority) and 250 hours of practice in the ARNP role at time of renewal obtained within that two-year renewal cycle. Washington State Board of Nursing Phone: 360-236-4700 Email: nursing@doh.wa.gov Website: Washington State Board of Nursing Mailing Address: With Fees Washington State Board of Nursing PO Box 1099 Olympia, WA 98507-1099 Without Fees Washington State Board of Nursing PO Box 47864 Olympia, WA 98504-7877 Nursing Assistant Requirements: Nursing assistants must renew their certification on or before their birthday each year. There are no continuing education requirements. Washington State Department of Health 360-236-4700 Email: hsqa.csc@doh.wa.gov Website:  Health Systems Quality Assurance Call Center Mailing Address: With Fees PO Box 1099 Olympia, WA 98507-1099 Without Fees PO Box 47877 Olympia, WA 98504-7877 Requirements Disclaimer: Although we try to keep our links and other information as up-to-date as possible, ultimately, it is the responsibility of each individual user to understand and keep up-to-date with the requirements of the license possessed.

RN Requirement: 12 contact hours every annual renewal period. Licenses expire October 31 of each year. Special Requirement: RNs must complete at least one hour (three hours initially) of continuing education in Drug Diversion Training and Best Practices in Prescribing Controlled Substances, and at least two hours in mental health conditions common to veterans and their families as part of the current 12-hour annual CE requirement. Completion of the 12 contact hours of CE required annually for RN relicensure may be accomplished by: 1) Completing 12 contact hours of CE from an approved CE provider; OR  2) Completing 6 contact hours of CE from an approved CE provider which may include 2 contact hours of self-study and one of the following completed during the reporting period: A. National certification initially earned or in effect the entire reporting period; B. Completion of a nursing research project as principal investigator, co-investigator or project director; C. Published a nursing related article in a national nursing or healthcare journal; E. Participated as a clinical preceptor for at least one student or one new employee undergoing orientation and have one hundred-twenty hours of one-on-one relationship as a clinical preceptor during the reporting period; G. Completion of an approved nursing refresher or re-entry course. LPN Requirement: 24 contact hours of continuing education and engage in 400 clock hours of LPN practice in each 2 year reporting period. Reporting of CE occurs on even years or every other license renewal period. Licenses expire June 30 every year. Special Requirement: LPNs must complete at least three contact hours in substance abuse each two-year reporting period as part of the total required hours. Effective July 1, 2005, LPNs who have not completed two (2) contact hours in end of life care including pain management will be required to report those hours: (1) at their first licensure renewal when CE is required; or, (2) at the time of reinstatement of a lapsed or inactive license.  APRN Requirement: 24 contact hours every 2 years; 12 hours in pharmacotherapeutics related to licensee's scope of practice is required for prescriptive authority, and 12 hours in the clinical management of patients. West Virginia Board of Nursing Phone: RNs - 304-558-3596 LPNs - 304-558-3572 Email: RNs - rnboard@wv.gov LPNs - lpn.board@wv.gov Website: West Virginia Board of Examiners for Registered Professional Nurses West Virginia State Board of Examiners for Licensed Practical Nurses West Virginia Continuing Education Laws, Regulations, & Requirements Mailing Address: West Virginia Board of Nursing 101 Dee Drive Suite 102 Charleston, WV 25311-1620 Requirements Disclaimer: Although we try to keep our links and other information as up-to-date as possible, ultimately, it is the responsibility of each individual user to understand and keep up-to-date with the requirements of the license possessed.

RN, LPN Requirement: No CE requirement. Renewal Deadline Dates: RN - 02/28 or 29 of even years. LPN - 04/30 of odd years. APNP - 09/30 of even years. Wisconsin Board of Nursing Phone: 608-266-0627 Email: dsps@wisconsin.gov Website: Wisconsin Board of Nursing Mailing Address: State of Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services PO Box 8935  Madison, WI  53708-8935 Requirements Disclaimer: Although we try to keep our links and other information as up-to-date as possible, ultimately, it is the responsibility of each individual user to understand and keep up-to-date with the requirements of the license possessed.

RN, LPN Requirement: 30 contact hours every two years by May 31st. Special Requirement: RNs must complete a one-time requirement as part of student curricula or CE in Organ and Tissue Donation and Recovery. Phone: 973-504-6430 or 973-273-8001 New Jersey State Board of Nursing Website: New Jersey State Board of Nursing Mailing Address: New Jersey Board of Nursing PO Box 45010 Newark, NJ 07101 Requirements Disclaimer: Although we try to keep our links and other information as up-to-date as possible, ultimately, it is the responsibility of each individual user to understand and keep up-to-date with the requirements of the license possessed.

RN/LPN Requirement: Worked a minimum of 500 hours as an RN in the last two (2) years Worked a minimum of 1600 hours as an RN in the last five (5) years Complete twenty (20) hours of continuing education in the last two (2) years (must submit proof—official certificates or transcripts) Completed an RN refresher course in the last five (5) years (submit proof—official certificates or transcripts) Obtained certification in a specialty area of nursing practice by a nationally recognized accrediting agency accepted by the board in the last five (5) years (submit verification of national certification) Must have passed the NCLEX within the last five (5) years Special Requirement: An LPN IV shall demonstrate competency by submitting evidence of satisfactory completion of ten (10) contact hours and/or in-service education in IV within two (2) years, or, successful completion of a Board-approved LPN IV refresher course. APRN Requirement: If recognized APRN in the State prior to July 1, 2005, and has maintained continuous recognition, but not nationally certified, the APRN shall submit evidence of: Completion of sixty (60) or more contact hours of continuing education related to the APRN's recognized role and population focus area; AND Completion of a minimum of 400 hours as an APRN in the last two (2) years Special Requirement: An APRN with prescriptive authority shall submit documentation of completion of fifteen (15) hours of coursework in pharmacology and clinical management of drug therapy within the two (2) years prior to license expiration. CNA Requirement: Employment as a CNA prior to certification expiration for a minimum of sixteen (16) hours and twenty-four (24) hours of education which may include in-service presentations, contact hours or other means which provide learning activities related to CNA practice, or, participation in direct patient care through an approved nursing program since the last renewal cycle. Renewal Deadline: No later than December 31 of the renewal year. Wyoming Board of Nursing Phone: 307-777-7601 Email(s): For Licensing Questions and General Information: wsbn-info-licensing@wyo.gov  For Questions Regarding Compliance and Discipline: wsbn.compliance@wyo.gov  For Questions Regarding the Nurse Monitoring Program: wsbn.nursemonitoring@wyo.gov  Website: Wyoming State Board of Nursing Mailing Address: Wyoming State Board of Nursing 130 Hobbs Avenue, Suite B Cheyenne, Wyoming 82002 Requirements Disclaimer: Although we try to keep our links and other information as up-to-date as possible, ultimately, it is the responsibility of each individual user to understand and keep up-to-date with the requirements of the license possessed.

RN, LPN Requirement: Completion of two of the following: * Fifteen (15) contact hours of continuing education related to nursing practice. Contact hours may be obtained online, by attending workshops, or through individual study (e.g. certification preparation). 1.5 hours must be related to the prevention of medication errors.  Five (5) of the mandated number of contact hours must be obtained through seminars or a formalized continuing education offering (i.e.: professional association conferences, on-line courses, Board approved community-based offerings, university offerings). * Three hundred twenty (320) hours of active nursing practice in the previous biennium which must be certified by supervisor or designee on the Employer Verification form provided by the Board. OR * Participation in fifteen (15) hours of approved professional activities documented and certified by the supervisor, client or manager of the activity; or organization on the Professional Activity Form obtainable from the VIBNL. Note: This activity may be utilized by those nurses who hold an active license but have been unable to fulfill the "active nursing practice" requirement. APRN Requirement: Completion of two of the following: * Thirty (30) contact hours of continuing education within the specialty area of nursing practice and submission of proof of current national certification within that specialty. 1.5 hours must be related to the prevention of medication errors.  Five (5) of the mandated number of contact hours must be obtained through seminars or a formalized continuing education offering (i.e.: professional association conferences, on-line courses, Board approved community-based offerings, university offerings). * Three hundred twenty (320) hours of active nursing practice in the previous biennium which must be certified by supervisor or designee on the Employer Verification form provided by the Board. OR * Participation in fifteen (15) hours of approved professional activities documented and certified by the supervisor, client or manager of the activity; or organization on the Professional Activity Form obtainable from the VIBNL. Note: This activity may be utilized by those nurses who hold an active license but have been unable to fulfill the "active nursing practice" requirement. Virgin Islands Board of Nursing Phone: 340-776-7397 Website: Virgin Islands Board of Nursing Mailing Address: Virgin Islands Board of Nurse Licensure PO Box 304247 St Thomas VI 00803 Requirements Disclaimer: Although we try to keep our links and other information as up-to-date as possible, ultimately, it is the responsibility of each individual user to understand and keep up-to-date with the requirements of the license possessed.

APRN, RN, LPN Requirement: Completion of 30 contact hours related to nursing or health seminars/activities. CNA Requirement: Completion of 15 contact hours related to nursing or health seminars/activities. Guam Board of Nurse Examiners: 671-735-7405 thru 671-735-7412 Website: Guam Board of Nurse Examiners Mailing Address: Guam Board of Nurse Examiners Dept. of Public Health & Social Services 123 Chalan Kareta Mangilao, Guam 96913 Requirements Disclaimer: Although we try to keep our links and other information as up-to-date as possible, ultimately, it is the responsibility of each individual user to understand and keep up-to-date with the requirements of the license possessed.