When do I need to renew my nursing license in Kentucky?

RNs and LPNs must complete at least fourteen (14) contact hours of nursing continuing education through an approved or accepted provider annually between November 1 – October 31. Pursuant to 201 KAR 20:215, continuing competency requirements, all RNs, LPNs, and APRNs must complete 2 contact hours in suicide prevention ( https://wildirismedicaleducation.com/courses/ky-suicide-prevention-nursing-ceu ) and 3 contact hours of pediatric abusive head trauma ( https://wildirismedicaleducation.com/courses/ky-pediatric-abusive-head-trauma-nursing-ceu ) as one-time requirements. (Source: Kentucky Board of Nursing )

What if I do not renew my nursing license on time?

The continuing competency requirements for reinstatement applicants vary depending on how long a Kentucky license has been lapsed. See the reinstatement chart on the Kentucky Board of Nursing website at https://kbn.ky.gov/Licensure/Pages/reinstatement-continuing-competency-requirements.aspx .

How much does it cost to renew my nursing license in Kentucky?

The cost to renew a nursing license in is $65 for RNs and LPNs. It is $55 for APRNs for each designation. (Source: Kentucky Board of Nursing )

Can I renew my nursing license online?

Yes, nurses in Kentucky can renew their license online through the Kentucky Board of Nursing's licensing system. (Source: Kentucky Board of Nursing )

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Kentucky Board of Nursing License Renewal Requirements for Nurses

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

For registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, and advanced practice registered nurses in the state of Kentucky, there are specific license renewal requirements that the Kentucky Board of Nursing determines. These requirements include courses for RNs, LPNs, and APRNs.
We report course completions electronically to CE Broker every 24 hours for Kentucky licensees.

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For detailed nursing license renewal information and latest updates, please always refer to the Kentucky State Board of Nursing

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CE Requirements for Nursing Licenses

Each year, the Kentucky Nursing Board requires nurses to complete the following continuing education contact hours to comply with licensing requirements:

14 contact hours for RN license renewal
14 contact hours for LPN license renewal
14 contact hours for APRN license renewal

Mandated State Courses

To renew your Kentucky nursing license, you will need to complete continuing education in the following topics:

3 contact hours on Domestic Violence Education for Kentucky Nurses

1.5 contact hours on Pediatric Abusive Head Trauma CE for Kentucky Nurses: Prevent and Report Shaken Baby Syndrome

License Expiration and Renewal

Registered Nurse Licenses:

Kentucky RN licenses renew annually, by October 31.

Licensed Practical Nurse Licenses:

Kentucky LPN licenses renew annually, by October 31.

Advanced Practice Registered Nurse Licenses:

Kentucky APRN licenses renew annually, by October 31.

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Kentucky nursing license renewal information as of June 2020.

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