When is the deadline for renewing my Connecticut nursing license?

The deadline for license renewal in Connecticut is the last day of the licensee's birth month. Most licensees can expect to receive renewal notification approximately 60 days prior to expiration, and if not renewed, a final notice 30 days following expiration, at the licensee's address of record on file in this office. (Source: Connecticut State Board of Examiners for Nursing )

How do I renew my Connecticut nursing license?

Nurses can renew their license online through the Connecticut Department of Public Health's eLicense portal. (Source: Connecticut Department of Public Health )

Can I renew my Connecticut nursing license if I have been disciplined or convicted of a crime?

It depends on the circumstances of the discipline or conviction. Nurses with disciplinary actions or criminal convictions may be required to provide additional documentation and may be subject to further review by the State Board of Examiners for Nursing. (Source: Connecticut Board of Examiners for Nursing )

What happens if I fail to renew my Connecticut nursing license by the deadline?

Pursuant to Section 19a-88(e)(4)f, Connecticut General Statutes, all licenses issued by the PLIS have a grace period of 90 days following expiration during which time the licensee may continue to practice and renew the license. On the 91st day, the license becomes void and the licensee must apply for reinstatement. (Source: Connecticut Department of Public Health )

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Connecticut Board of Nursing License Renewal Requirements for Nurses

Q: What are the required continuing education requirements for renewing my Connecticut nursing license?

Connecticut nurses are required to complete a total of 25 continuing education hours every two years, including mandatory courses in infection control and domestic violence. Registered nurses and licensed practical nurses actively practicing in Connecticut and applying for license renewal after January 1, 2022, and once every six years thereafter, are required to complete two contact hours of training or education on (1) screening for conditions such as post-traumatic stress disorder, risk of suicide, depression, and grief ( https://wildirismedicaleducation.com/courses/post-traumatic-stress-disorder-ptsd-ceu ) , and (2) suicide prevention training ( https://wildirismedicaleducation.com/courses/suicide-prevention-screening-ceu ). (Source: Department of Public Health )

What are the state license renewal requirements for a nurse in Connecticut?

Registered nurses (RN) and licensed practical nurses (LPN) actively practicing in Connecticut and applying for license renewal after January 1, 2022, and once every six years thereafter, are required to complete two contact hours of training or education on screening for conditions such as post-traumatic stress disorder, risk of suicide, depression and grief, and suicide prevention training.

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For detailed nursing license renewal information and latest updates, please always refer to the Connecticut Board of Examiners for Nursing and the Connecticut Department of Health

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CE Requirements for Nursing Licenses

Every six years, the Connecticut Nursing Board requires RNs and LPNs to complete the following continuing education contact hours to comply with licensing requirements:

2 contact hours of training or education on screening for conditions such as post-traumatic stress disorder, risk of suicide, depression and grief, and suicide prevention training for RN license renewal
2 contact hours of training or education on screening for conditions such as post-traumatic stress disorder, risk of suicide, depression and grief, and suicide prevention training for LPN license renewal

License Expiration and Renewal

Registered Nurse Licenses:

Registered nurse licenses in Connecticut expire in the first birth month following issuance and are renewable annually thereafter. RNs will receive notification approximately 60 days prior to their license expiration date and will be required to renew online.

Licensed Practical Nurse Licenses:

Licensed Practical nurse licenses in Connecticut expire in the first birth month following issuance and are renewable annually thereafter. LPNs will receive notification approximately 60 days prior to their license expiration date and will be required to renew online.

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Connecticut nursing license renewal information as of August 2022.

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