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Your Comprehensive Guide to Nursing License Boards Across the U.S.


Navigating nursing sometimes feels like you're on an intricate web of regulations, certifications, and licenses. One essential resource for every nurse, regardless of their home state, is their state's nursing license board. These boards provide crucial information on obtaining and renewing licenses, continuing education requirements, and more.


Below, you'll find a comprehensive list of nursing license boards for all 50 states:

  1. Alabama - Alabama Board of Nursing

  2. Alaska - Alaska Board of Nursing

  3. Arizona - Arizona State Board of Nursing

  4. Arkansas - Arkansas State Board of Nursing

  5. California - California Board of Registered Nursing

  6. Colorado - Colorado Board of Nursing

  7. Connecticut - Connecticut Board of Examiners for Nursing

  8. Delaware - Delaware Board of Nursing

  9. Florida - Florida Board of Nursing

  10. Georgia - Georgia Board of Nursing

  11. Hawaii - Hawaii Board of Nursing

  12. Idaho - Idaho Board of Nursing

  13. Illinois - Illinois Board of Nursing

  14. Indiana - Indiana State Board of Nursing

  15. Iowa - Iowa Board of Nursing

  16. Kansas - Kansas State Board of Nursing

  17. Kentucky - Kentucky Board of Nursing

  18. Louisiana - Louisiana State Board of Nursing

  19. Maine - Maine State Board of Nursing

  20. Maryland - Maryland Board of Nursing

  21. Massachusetts - Massachusetts Board of Registration in Nursing

  22. Michigan - Michigan Board of Nursing

  23. Minnesota - Minnesota Board of Nursing

  24. Mississippi - Mississippi Board of Nursing

  25. Missouri - Missouri Board of Nursing

  26. Montana - Montana Board of Nursing

  27. Nebraska - Nebraska Board of Nursing

  28. Nevada - Nevada State Board of Nursing

  29. New Hampshire - New Hampshire Board of Nursing

  30. New Jersey - New Jersey Board of Nursing

  31. New Mexico - New Mexico Board of Nursing

  32. New York - New York State Board of Nursing

  33. North Carolina - North Carolina Board of Nursing

  34. North Dakota - North Dakota Board of Nursing

  35. Ohio - Ohio Board of Nursing

  36. Oklahoma - Oklahoma Board of Nursing

  37. Oregon - Oregon State Board of Nursing

  38. Pennsylvania - Pennsylvania State Board of Nursing

  39. Rhode Island - Rhode Island Board of Nurse Registration and Nursing Education

  40. South Carolina - South Carolina Board of Nursing

  41. South Dakota - South Dakota Board of Nursing

  42. Tennessee - Tennessee Board of Nursing

  43. Texas - Texas Board of Nursing

  44. Utah - Utah State Board of Nursing

  45. Vermont - Vermont State Board of Nursing

  46. Virginia - Virginia Board of Nursing

  47. Washington - Washington State Nursing Care Quality Assurance Commission

  48. West Virginia - West Virginia Board of Examiners for Registered Professional Nurses

  49. Wisconsin - Wisconsin Board of Nursing

  50. Wyoming - Wyoming State Board of Nursing

Remember, while all these boards function to regulate nursing, each state might have slightly different requirements or procedures. Always check with your state's board for the most accurate and current information.

Whether you're a newly minted RN, looking to relocate, or simply need to renew your license, your state's nursing license board is the primary source of information. Make sure to bookmark the relevant link for easy access in the future!



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