Nebraska Nursing CE & License Renewal Requirements (2026)
To renew, Nebraska registered nurses need 20 contact hrs / 2 yrs + 500 practice hrs / 5 yrs (or alternatives). Renewal: RN expires Oct 31 (2026 cycle). CE reporting: No upload: you attest at renewal and keep your certificates in case of audit. Verified against the Nebraska board of nursing on 2026-10-16.
Hours
20 contact hrs / 2 yrs + 500 practice hrs / 5 yrs (or alternatives)
Cycle & deadline
RN expires Oct 31 (2026 cycle)
LPN / LVN
Same as RN: 20 CE hrs/2 yrs + 500 practice hrs/5 yrs (or alternatives); LPN expires Oct 31 odd years
Reporting
No - attest at renewal, keep records for audit
Last verified 2026-10-16 · Source: Nebraska board of nursing · Checked against the full official board page
Nebraska CE requirements by license type
| License | Requirement |
|---|---|
| RN | 20 contact hrs / 2 yrs + 500 practice hrs / 5 yrs (or alternatives) |
| LPN / LVN | Same as RN: 20 CE hrs/2 yrs + 500 practice hrs/5 yrs (or alternatives); LPN expires Oct 31 odd years |
Required (mandatory) topics in Nebraska
None specified by the board.
Nebraska license renewal deadline & cycle
RN expires Oct 31 (2026 cycle)
How to renew your Nebraska nursing license
- Check your expiration date on your board portal or Nursys.com.
- Complete your CE: 20 contact hrs / 2 yrs + 500 practice hrs / 5 yrs (or alternatives).
- Report or record CE: No - attest at renewal, keep records for audit.
- Submit the renewal application and fee on the Nebraska board site.
- Keep certificates in case of audit.
Renewal fees & late renewal
RN renewal fee: not yet verified by us. Check your board's renewal page for the current fee.
Late renewal: late fees and lapse rules vary; check your board's renewal page. Don't practice on an expired license.
CE Broker / reporting in Nebraska
No - attest at renewal, keep records for audit
Is Nebraska a Nurse Licensure Compact state?
Yes. Nebraska is a full Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) state, so a multistate license from another compact home state lets you practice here.
Where to take Nebraska-approved CE
Use providers accredited by ANCC or approved by your board, and check that courses cover the required topics above.
Nebraska nursing CE FAQ
How many CE hours does a Nebraska RN need?
20 contact hrs / 2 yrs + 500 practice hrs / 5 yrs (or alternatives).
When does a Nebraska nursing license expire?
RN expires Oct 31 (2026 cycle).
What mandatory CE topics does Nebraska require?
No specific mandatory topics are listed by the board.
Does Nebraska use CE Broker or require CE reporting?
No - attest at renewal, keep records for audit.
Do Nebraska LPNs/LVNs need CE?
Same as RN: 20 CE hrs/2 yrs + 500 practice hrs/5 yrs (or alternatives); LPN expires Oct 31 odd years.
Is Nebraska a compact (NLC) state?
Yes. Nebraska is a full Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) state, so a multistate license from another compact home state lets you practice here.
Sources & verification
Official source: https://dhhs.ne.gov/licensure/Pages/Nurse-Licensing-Renewal-and-Continuing-Education.aspx
Last verified: 2026-10-16. Re-fetched official page Oct 16, 2026; key figures present.