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Nebraska nursing license rules

Compact state

RN and LPN · Last checked October 29, 2026 · Sources

Nebraska is a compact state (since January 2018). If your primary state of residence is another compact state and you hold a multistate license, you can work in Nebraska in person or by telehealth without a new license. If you live in Nebraska, your multistate license is issued here.

RN renewalEvery 2 years
RN CE hours per cycle20
RN endorsement fee$123
Renewal cycle
Every 2 years
When it expires
October 31 of even-numbered years
Renewal fee
$123
Continuing education
20 contact hours per renewal cycle
Required CE topics
None found on the board's pages.
Endorsement fee
$123
Fingerprints for endorsement
Yes, a criminal background check with fingerprints
Temporary permit
Available. Temporary license for endorsement applicants, valid 60 days or until other-state license expires
How to apply
Paper application (check/money order); buy Nursys Verification for Endorsement; fingerprints to Nebraska State Patrol ($75).

Moving or traveling

Moving to Nebraska from another compact state? Apply by endorsement in the new home state within 60 days (rule effective 2024-01-02). May keep practicing on the old multistate license until the new one is issued; the old one is then deactivated. Can apply before moving.

Moving here from a non-compact state? Apply by endorsement in the new home state; a multistate license may be issued if residency and uniform requirements (incl. state and federal fingerprint background checks) are met. The old single-state license is unaffected.

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Board of nursing

Nebraska DHHS Licensure Unit / Nebraska Board of Nursing

Licenses: RN, LPN

Board home · Renewal · Endorsement · CE rules
This page summarizes Nebraska's rules from the board's own pages as of October 29, 2026. Fees and rules change, so confirm with the board before you apply or renew. Spotted something out of date? Email [email protected].

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