Nevada Nursing CE & License Renewal Requirements (2026)
To renew, Nevada registered nurses need 30 hrs / 2 yrs. The board also requires 3 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 Nevada board of nursing on 2026-10-16.
Hours
30 hrs / 2 yrs
Cycle & deadline
Biennial
LPN / LVN
30 hrs / 2 yrs incl 4 hrs cultural competency (same as RN)
Reporting
No - attest at renewal, keep records for audit (keep 4 yrs)
Last verified 2026-10-16 · Source: Nevada board of nursing · Checked against the full official board page
Nevada CE requirements by license type
| License | Requirement |
|---|---|
| RN | 30 hrs / 2 yrs |
| LPN / LVN | 30 hrs / 2 yrs incl 4 hrs cultural competency (same as RN) |
Required (mandatory) topics in Nevada
| Required topic |
|---|
| 4 hrs cultural competency/DEI each cycle |
| one-time 4-hr bioterrorism |
| 2 hrs HIV stigma for some EMS/primary care |
Nevada license renewal deadline & cycle
Biennial
How to renew your Nevada nursing license
- Check your expiration date on your board portal or Nursys.com.
- Complete your CE: 30 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 Nevada 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 Nevada
No - attest at renewal, keep records for audit (keep 4 yrs)
Is Nevada a Nurse Licensure Compact state?
No. Nevada is not in the Nurse Licensure Compact; you need a Nevada license to practice there.
Where to take Nevada-approved CE
Use providers accredited by ANCC or approved by your board, and check that courses cover the required topics above.
Nevada nursing CE FAQ
How many CE hours does a Nevada RN need?
30 hrs / 2 yrs.
When does a Nevada nursing license expire?
Biennial.
What mandatory CE topics does Nevada require?
Required topics: 4 hrs cultural competency/DEI each cycle; one-time 4-hr bioterrorism; 2 hrs HIV stigma for some EMS/primary care.
Does Nevada use CE Broker or require CE reporting?
No - attest at renewal, keep records for audit (keep 4 yrs).
Do Nevada LPNs/LVNs need CE?
30 hrs / 2 yrs incl 4 hrs cultural competency (same as RN).
Is Nevada a compact (NLC) state?
No. Nevada is not in the Nurse Licensure Compact; you need a Nevada license to practice there.
Sources & verification
Official source: https://nevadanursingboard.org/continuing-education/
Last verified: 2026-10-16. Re-fetched official page Oct 16, 2026; key figures present.