How many CE hours do nurses need in Nevada?

Registered Nurses (RN) in Nevada need 30 continuing education hours every 2 years for license renewal.

What are the mandatory CE topics in Nevada?

Mandatory CE topics in Nevada include: Cultural Competency & DEI.

What is the renewal cycle for nursing licenses in Nevada?

Nursing licenses in Nevada must be renewed every 2 years. The Nevada State Board of Nursing oversees license renewals.

What is the RN renewal fee in Nevada?

The RN renewal fee in Nevada is $100. Fees can change, so confirm the current amount on the Nevada State Board of Nursing portal before submitting.

When are nursing licenses due for renewal in Nevada?

Nevada nursing licenses are due on or before the nurse's birthday every two years.

Is Nevada part of the Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC)?

No. Nevada is not part of the Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC). Nurses must hold a Nevada-issued license to practice there.

Does Nevada require CE Broker for tracking continuing education?

No. Nevada does not require CE Broker, though some nurses use it voluntarily to track CE across multiple states.

What license types does Nevada regulate?

Nevada regulates the following nursing license types: RN, APRN, LPN.

How many CE hours do LPNs need in Nevada?

Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) in Nevada need 30 continuing education hours every 2 years for license renewal. The LPN renewal fee is $100.

What does APRN renewal require in Nevada?

APRNs in Nevada complete 45 CE hours every 2 years for board renewal. The APRN renewal fee is $200. Your national certification renews separately with its certifying body on its own cycle.

What happens if you miss the license renewal deadline in Nevada?

No grace period. A $100 late fee is assessed for renewals submitted after the expiration date. Practicing on an expired license is prohibited. The RN late-renewal fee is $100 late fee added on top of the $100 renewal ($200 total to renew after expiration). If your license has lapsed, do not practice until your renewal is processed; confirm your status with the Nevada State Board of Nursing.

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Nevada RN License Renewal Requirements

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As of 2026, Nevada RNs must complete 30 contact hours of continuing education every 2 years to renew. The RN renewal fee is $100.

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Renewal cycle	Every 2 years
Renewal deadline	On or before the nurse's birthday every two years
Total CE hours (RN)	30 contact hours
Renewal fee (RN)	$100
Compact state (NLC)	No · what if I move to a compact state?
License types	RN, APRN, LPN
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Nevada requires RNs and LPNs to complete 30 hours of continuing education per 2-year renewal cycle, and APRNs 45 hours (an additional 15 beyond the base 30). This includes 4 mandatory hours of cultural competency and DEI training each cycle, plus a one-time 4-hour bioterrorism course. Nevada nursing licenses expire on the nurse's birthday every two years with no grace period. Nevada is not a Nurse Licensure Compact state, so nurses must hold a Nevada-specific license to practice in the state.

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How to Renew Your Nevada Nursing License

1Log in to the Nevada State Board of Nursing online portal at nevadanursingboard.org
2Select your license type and click Renew
3Verify that you have completed 30 contact hours of approved CE, or 45 for APRNs (including 4 hours of cultural competency/DEI)
4Confirm completion of the one-time bioterrorism requirement if not previously completed
5Update your contact and employment information
6Pay the renewal fee ($100 for RN/LPN, $200 for APRN) online
7Submit your application before your birthday expiration date

Visit the Nevada State Board of Nursing website for the official renewal portal.

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How to Submit Your CE in Nevada

You attest to your CE when you renew and keep your certificates; you only submit documents if the board audits you.

A Nevada RN completes 30 contact hours of CE every two years (including 4 hours of cultural competency, counted within the 30) and attests at renewal in the Nevada Nurse Portal; no certificates are uploaded at renewal. Board CE page (RN 30 hrs/renewal): “The 4 hours of continuing education is part of the mandatory 30 hours already required by law (NRS 632.343).” Proof is shown only if audited: “Should you be selected for a random audit, you will need to show proof of completion of all your continuing education for the most recent renewal period.” The Board runs random audits the first of each month, notifying selected nurses via the Nevada Nurse Portal and email the month after renewal; keep certificates at least four years.

Where it happens: Nevada Nurse Portal (Nevada State Board of Nursing)

nevadanursingboard.org/licensure-certificates

If Nevada audits your CE

Random audits the first of each month; selected nurses are notified via the Nevada Nurse Portal and email the month after renewal, and must show proof of all CE for the 2-year period; keep certificates at least four years; failure may result in disciplinary action.

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CE Hours by License Type

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Type	CE hours	Renewal fee
RN	30 / 2 yrs	$100
APRN	45 / 2 yrs	$200
LPN	30 / 2 yrs	$100

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CE Requirements

Category	Hours	Required	Types	Description
General Continuing Education	30	Required	RNLPNAPRNFNPCRNACNMPMHNP	30 contact hours of continuing education every two years. Must be approved by the Nevada State Board of Nursing or an accredited organization such as the ANCC.
APRN Additional CE	15	Required	APRNFNPCRNACNMPMHNP	APRNs complete an additional 15 contact hours each renewal cycle beyond the base 30 (45 total). The additional hours must be relevant to the APRN's area of advanced practice.
HIV Stigma & Bias (SB 439, conditional)	2	Conditional	RNLPNAPRNFNPCRNACNMPMHNP	Nurses who provide or supervise emergency or primary care must complete training related to HIV (including the stigma, discrimination, and unrecognized bias toward persons at risk of or living with HIV) within 2 years of beginning to provide or supervise that care (SB 439). Conditional on practice setting.
Cultural Competency & DEI	4	Required	RNLPNAPRNFNPCRNACNMPMHNP	4 hours relating to cultural competency and diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) every renewal cycle. Effective for collection cycles starting January 1, 2024 (included in the 30-hour total).
Bioterrorism (One-Time)	4	Conditional	RNLPNAPRNFNPCRNACNMPMHNP	One-time requirement of 4 contact hours in bioterrorism. Once completed, this does not need to be repeated.
Controlled Substances / Opioid CE (APRN prescribers)	2	Conditional	APRNFNPCNMPMHNP	APRNs with authority to prescribe controlled substances must complete 2 hours of CE on the misuse and abuse of controlled substances, prescribing of opioids, or addiction (SBIRT is an accepted topic) every renewal cycle. (NRS 632.2375.)
Suicide Prevention (APRN)	2	Required	APRNFNPCRNACNMPMHNP	APRNs must complete at least 2 hours of evidence-based suicide prevention and awareness training every 4 years. (NRS 632.343.)
Opioid/SUD Treatment - DEA Registrants (one-time)	8	Conditional	APRNFNPCNMPMHNP	All DEA-registered practitioners must complete a one-time 8 hours on treating and managing patients with opioid or other substance use disorder (federal DEA/MATE requirement, DEA registrations/renewals from June 2023). Applies to any license type that holds a DEA registration.

Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs): Nevada CNA renewal is handled by the state nurse-aide registry, not the Board of Nursing, and follows a work-hours / in-service model rather than the CE above. Check your state nurse-aide registry for CNA requirements.

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Important Deadlines

Renewal Due: On or before the nurse's birthday every two years
Grace Period: No grace period. A $100 late fee is assessed for renewals submitted after the expiration date. Practicing on an expired license is prohibited.
CE Completion Window: All CE must be completed during the 2-year period immediately preceding the renewal date
Record Retention: Keep CE certificates for at least 4 years in case of audit by the Nevada State Board of Nursing

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Important Notes

• Nevada requires 30 CE hours per 2-year renewal cycle for all license types
• APRNs complete an additional 15 contact hours each cycle beyond the base 30 (45 total).
• Nurses who provide or supervise emergency or primary care must complete HIV stigma/bias training within 2 years of beginning that care (SB 439, conditional).
• 4 hours of cultural competency and DEI are required every renewal cycle (starting January 1, 2024)
• A one-time 4-hour bioterrorism course is required (does not need to be repeated once completed)
• Licenses expire on the nurse's birthday every two years
• There is no grace period, a $100 late fee applies for renewals submitted after expiration
• Nevada is NOT a Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) member state
• This information is for guidance only. Always verify requirements with the Nevada State Board of Nursing.

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Late Fees & Reinstatement

Late Renewal Fees

RN: $100 late fee added on top of the $100 renewal ($200 total to renew after expiration)
LPN: $100 late fee added on top of the $100 renewal ($200 total to renew after expiration)

Already lapsed? The Nevada re-entry guide covers refresher rules, costs by lapse length, and the path back.

Getting your first Nevada RN license

Background check: Fingerprint-based criminal background check required. Nevada requires a completed fingerprint card or electronic fingerprint submission, with results sent to the Nevada Department of Public Safety and the FBI before a permanent license is issued.
Application fee: $100 (initial license by examination)
Temporary permit: Available. Upon request, the Board may grant an Interim Permit to a first-time examinee (after receipt of the application and documentation of graduation), allowing practice as a Graduate Nurse in Nevada for up to 90 days or until exam results are received, whichever comes first.

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First-Time Licensee Exemption

First-time licensees are exempt from CE for the initial renewal cycle

CE Audit Information

The Nevada State Board of Nursing conducts random audits; nurses affirm compliance at renewal.

Frequently asked questions about Nevada nursing renewal

How many CE hours do nurses need in Nevada?: Registered Nurses (RN) in Nevada need 30 continuing education hours every 2 years for license renewal.
What are the mandatory CE topics in Nevada?: Mandatory CE topics in Nevada include: Cultural Competency & DEI.
What is the renewal cycle for nursing licenses in Nevada?: Nursing licenses in Nevada must be renewed every 2 years. The Nevada State Board of Nursing oversees license renewals.
What is the RN renewal fee in Nevada?: The RN renewal fee in Nevada is $100. Fees can change, so confirm the current amount on the Nevada State Board of Nursing portal before submitting.
When are nursing licenses due for renewal in Nevada?: Nevada nursing licenses are due on or before the nurse's birthday every two years.
Is Nevada part of the Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC)?: No. Nevada is not part of the Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC). Nurses must hold a Nevada-issued license to practice there.
Does Nevada require CE Broker for tracking continuing education?: No. Nevada does not require CE Broker, though some nurses use it voluntarily to track CE across multiple states.
What license types does Nevada regulate?: Nevada regulates the following nursing license types: RN, APRN, LPN.
How many CE hours do LPNs need in Nevada?: Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) in Nevada need 30 continuing education hours every 2 years for license renewal. The LPN renewal fee is $100.
What does APRN renewal require in Nevada?: APRNs in Nevada complete 45 CE hours every 2 years for board renewal. The APRN renewal fee is $200. Your national certification renews separately with its certifying body on its own cycle.
What happens if you miss the license renewal deadline in Nevada?: No grace period. A $100 late fee is assessed for renewals submitted after the expiration date. Practicing on an expired license is prohibited. The RN late-renewal fee is $100 late fee added on top of the $100 renewal ($200 total to renew after expiration). If your license has lapsed, do not practice until your renewal is processed; confirm your status with the Nevada State Board of Nursing.

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Type

CE hours

Renewal fee

30 / 2 yrs

$100

APRN

45 / 2 yrs

$200

LPN

30 / 2 yrs

$100

Nevada RN License Renewal Requirements

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Nevada RN License Renewal Requirements

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How to Renew Your Nevada Nursing License

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If Nevada audits your CE

Get the Nevada RN renewal checklist

CE Hours by License Type

CE Requirements

Important Deadlines

Important Notes

CE Providers & Renewal

Late Fees & Reinstatement

Getting your first Nevada RN license

Frequently asked questions about Nevada nursing renewal

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