When is the deadline for nurse license renewals in Delaware?

The deadline for nurse license renewals in Delaware is January 31 of even-numbered years. During renewal, the nurse must attest that they have completed the required continuing education (CE) and practiced nursing at least 1,000 hours in the past five years or 400 hours in the past two years. Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) licenses expire on February 28 of even years. (Source: Delaware Board of Nursing )

What are the continuing education requirements for nurse license renewals in Delaware?

To renew a RN nursing license in Delaware, the nurse must complete at least 30 hours of continuing education within the two-year renewal period and maintain certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) or Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR). To renew an LPN nurse license in DE, the nurse must complete at least 24 hours of nursing CEUs. (Source: Delaware Board of Nursing )

Can I renew my nurse license online in Delaware?

Yes, a nurse license can be renewed online in Delaware through the state's online licensing system, DELPROS ( https://delpros.delaware.gov/OH_HomePage ). (Source: Delaware Board of Nursing )

What happens if I miss the deadline for nurse license renewals in Delaware?

If a license is not renewed by the deadline, the license will expire and the nurse will not be able to practice nursing until they renew the license and pay a late fee. (Source: Delaware Board of Nursing )

How much does it cost to renew a nurse license in Delaware?

The fee varies depending on the license type. In 2023, the LPN license renewal fee is $141, and the RN license renewal fee is $110. (Source: Delaware Board of Nursing )

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Delaware Board of Nursing License Renewal Requirements for Nurses

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

For registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, and advanced practice registered nurses in the state of Delaware, there are specific license renewal requirements that the Delaware Board of Nursing determines. These requirements include courses for RNs, LPNs, and APRNs.

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CE Requirements for Nursing Licenses

Every two years, the Delaware Nursing Board requires nurses to complete the following continuing education contact hours to comply with licensing requirements:

30 contact hours for RN license renewal
24 contact hours for LPN license renewal
10 contact hours in pharmacology/pharmacotherapeutics for APRNs who have prescriptive authority

Mandated State Courses

To renew your Delaware nursing license, three contact hours must be in the area of:
Substance Abuse Education for Delaware Nurses: Drug Diversion Training and Best-Practice Prescribing

License Expiration and Renewal

Registered Nurse Licenses:

Delaware RN licenses expire on February 28, May 31, or September 30 of odd-numbered years depending on when your license was originally issued.

All newly issued RN licenses expire on September 30 of odd-numbered years.

Licensed Practical Nurse Licenses:

Delaware LPN licenses expire on February 28 of even-numbered years.

Advanced Practice Registered Nurse Licenses:

Delaware APRN licenses expire on the same date as your Delaware RN license.

If you have prescriptive authority, your prescriptive authority expires at the same time as your license. To renew your prescriptive authority, you must attest to completing ten hours of continuing education (CE) in pharmacology.

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Delaware nursing license renewal information as of September 2019.

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