Nebraska
Registered Nurse CE & renewal requirements in Nebraska (2026)
20 contact hours per renewal, on a 24-month renewal cycle with Nebraska DHHS - Board of Nursing.
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Renewal cycle
24months
Biennial; RN licenses expire Oct 31 of even-numbered years
Contact hours
20
20 contact hours per renewal — 20 contact hours every 2 years from an approved provider; no more than 4 hours may be CPR/BLS, and at least 10 hours must be peer-reviewed (172 NAC ch. 101)
Administering boardNebraska DHHS - Board of Nursing
Checked from nurse.com · Verified July 5, 2026
Rules change — always confirm current requirements with your board before relying on this page. Visit Nebraska DHHS - Board of Nursing
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- How often do registered nurses renew their license in Nebraska?
- Biennial; RN licenses expire Oct 31 of even-numbered years
- How many contact hours do I need in Nebraska?
- 20 contact hours per renewal. 20 contact hours every 2 years from an approved provider; no more than 4 hours may be CPR/BLS, and at least 10 hours must be peer-reviewed (172 NAC ch. 101)
- Where do I renew my Registered Nurse license in Nebraska?
- Through Nebraska DHHS - Board of Nursing. We verified these details on 2026-07-05 — always confirm with the board before your deadline.
- Is this page official?
- No — RenewBird is an independent organizational tool, not the licensing board. This page cites its source and check date; use it to plan, then confirm with your board.