New Jersey Nursing CE & License Renewal Requirements (2026)
To renew, New Jersey registered nurses need 30 contact hrs / 2 yrs. The board also requires 2 mandatory topics (listed below). Renewal: Biennial. CE reporting: No upload: you attest at renewal and keep your certificates in case of audit. Verified against the New Jersey board of nursing on 2026-10-16.
Hours
30 contact hrs / 2 yrs
Cycle & deadline
Biennial
LPN / LVN
30 hrs incl 1 hr opioids (rule text via law.cornell.edu); up to 15 hrs carry over
Reporting
No - attest at renewal, keep records for audit (keep 4 yrs)
Last verified 2026-10-16 · Source: New Jersey board of nursing · Excerpt-based: confirm with board
New Jersey CE requirements by license type
| License | Requirement |
|---|---|
| RN | 30 contact hrs / 2 yrs |
| LPN / LVN | 30 hrs incl 1 hr opioids (rule text via law.cornell.edu); up to 15 hrs carry over |
Required (mandatory) topics in New Jersey
| Required topic |
|---|
| 1 hr opioids each cycle |
| 1 hr organ/tissue donation one-time |
New Jersey license renewal deadline & cycle
Biennial
How to renew your New Jersey nursing license
- Check your expiration date on your board portal or Nursys.com.
- Complete your CE: 30 contact hrs / 2 yrs.
- Report or record CE: No - attest at renewal, keep records for audit (keep 4 yrs).
- Submit the renewal application and fee on the New Jersey 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 New Jersey
No - attest at renewal, keep records for audit (keep 4 yrs)
Is New Jersey a Nurse Licensure Compact state?
Yes. New Jersey is a full Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) state, so a multistate license from another compact home state lets you practice here.
Where to take New Jersey-approved CE
Use providers accredited by ANCC or approved by your board, and check that courses cover the required topics above.
New Jersey nursing CE FAQ
How many CE hours does a New Jersey RN need?
30 contact hrs / 2 yrs.
When does a New Jersey nursing license expire?
Biennial.
What mandatory CE topics does New Jersey require?
Required topics: 1 hr opioids each cycle; 1 hr organ/tissue donation one-time.
Does New Jersey use CE Broker or require CE reporting?
No - attest at renewal, keep records for audit (keep 4 yrs).
Do New Jersey LPNs/LVNs need CE?
30 hrs incl 1 hr opioids (rule text via law.cornell.edu); up to 15 hrs carry over.
Is New Jersey a compact (NLC) state?
Yes. New Jersey 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://www.njconsumeraffairs.gov/nur/pages/continuing-education-faq.aspx
Last verified: 2026-10-16. Board site did not load on Oct 16 re-check; values from earlier same-day check.
This page is based on an excerpt of the official source. Confirm with the board.