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

Nurses in Virginia must renew their nursing license every two years by the last day of their birth month. The License Renewal Notice is sent out approximately 60 days before your license is scheduled to expire. (Source: Virginia Department of Health Professions )

What documents do I need to submit for my nursing license renewal?

In Virginia, nurses must submit an online renewal application, payment of the renewal fee, and proof of completion of continuing education requirements. (Source: Virginia Department of Health Professions )

How many continuing education hours do I need to complete for my nursing license renewal in Virginia?

Nurses in Virginia must complete 30 hours of continuing education every two years, including one hour of training on Virginia nursing laws and regulations. (Source: Virginia Department of Health Professions )

Can I renew my nursing license late in Virginia?

Yes, but there are late fees and requirements for additional continuing education hours if the nursing license is renewed more than 30 days after the expiration date. (Source: Virginia Department of Health Professions )

Is there a grace period for renewing my nursing license in Virginia?

No, there is no grace period for renewing a nursing license in Virginia. Nurses must renew their license by the last day of their birth month or risk having their license expire. (Source: Virginia Department of Health Professions )

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Virginia Board of Nursing License Renewal Requirements for Nurses

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

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

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

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CE Requirements for Nursing Licenses

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

15 contact hours and 640 hours of active practice as a nurse, or 30 contact hours for RN license renewal
15 contact hours and 640 hours of active practice as a nurse, or 30 contact hours for LPN license renewal
40 contact hours for APRN license renewal

A nurse practitioner with prescriptive authority shall obtain a total of eight hours of continuing education in pharmacology or pharmacotherapeutics for each biennium in addition to the minimal requirements for compliance.

License Expiration and Renewal

Registered Nurse Licenses:

Virginia RN licenses expire every two years at the end of the nurse's birth month in even-numbered years for nurses born in even-numbered years, and odd-numbered years for nurses born in odd-numbered years.

Licensed Practical Nurse Licenses:

Virginia LPN licenses expire every two years at the end of the nurse's birth month in even-numbered years for nurses born in even-numbered years, and odd-numbered years for nurses born in odd-numbered years.

Advanced Practice Registered Nurse Licenses:

Virginia APRN licenses expire every two years at the end of the nurse's birth month in even-numbered years for nurses born in even-numbered years, and odd-numbered years for nurses born in odd-numbered years.

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Virginia nursing license renewal information as of September 2019.

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