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: General Continuing Education, Cultural Competency & DEI, Bioterrorism (One-Time).

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 license types does Nevada regulate?

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

Nevada RN License Renewal Requirements

Nevada State Board of Nursing · 2-year renewal cycle · Last verified 2026-02-04

Quick Facts

Renewal Cycle	Every 2 years
Total CE Hours (RN)	30 contact hours
Renewal Fee (RN)	$100
Compact State (NLC)	No
License Types	RN, APRN, LPN, CNA

Nevada requires all RNs, LPNs, and APRNs to complete 30 hours of continuing education per 2-year renewal cycle. 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.

This data is verified against the Nevada State Board of Nursing — last checked 2026-02-04. If anything looks off, let me know.

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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 (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.

CE Hours by License Type

hours / 2 years

Renewal fee: $100

APRN

hours / 2 years

Renewal fee: $200

LPN

hours / 2 years

Renewal fee: $100

CNA

hours / 2 years

Renewal fee: $50

CE Requirements

Category	Hours	Required	License Types	Description
General Continuing Education	30	Required	RNLPNAPRNFNPCRNACNMPMHNPCNA	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.
Cultural Competency & DEI	4	Required	RNLPNAPRNFNPCRNACNMPMHNPCNA	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	Required	RNLPNAPRNFNPCRNACNMPMHNPCNA	One-time requirement of 4 contact hours in bioterrorism. Once completed, this does not need to be repeated.

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

Important Notes

• Nevada requires 30 CE hours per 2-year renewal cycle for all license types
• 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.

CE Providers & Renewal

Approved CE Providers

ANCCState Board of Nursing

Renew Online

Late Fees & Reinstatement

Late Renewal Fees

RN: $50
LPN: $50

Reinstatement Fees

RN: $150
LPN: $150

First-Time Licensee Exemption

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

CE Audit Information

State board may conduct random CE audits. Retain all CE certificates for at least 4 years.

Board Resources

Nevada State Board of Nursing

https://nevadanursingboard.org/

Sources

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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 (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.

CE Requirements

Category	Hours	Required	License Types	Description
General Continuing Education	30	Required	RNLPNAPRNFNPCRNACNMPMHNPCNA	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.
Cultural Competency & DEI	4	Required	RNLPNAPRNFNPCRNACNMPMHNPCNA	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	Required	RNLPNAPRNFNPCRNACNMPMHNPCNA	One-time requirement of 4 contact hours in bioterrorism. Once completed, this does not need to be repeated.

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

Important Notes

• Nevada requires 30 CE hours per 2-year renewal cycle for all license types

• 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.