"The Nurse Gateway is a single portal used to submit and manage all licensure and listing applications including Advanced Practice approvals." Learn more
Important Information about COVID-19
NCBON has gathered information and will continue to send periodic updates regarding COVID-19 as long as North Carolina remains in a state of emergency.
Lookup a License
The Board of Nursing's electronic database serves as the primary source of licensure information for nurses in North Carolina.
Renew License
Renew your Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse licensure via the Nurse Gateway.
Apply for License
Apply for Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse licensure by Examination, Endorsement or Reinstatement via the Nurse Gateway.
File a Complaint/Self-Report
The Board of Nursing evaluates all complaints to ensure public protection.
News, Publications & Statistics
The latest news & announcements, publications, education trends and statistics.
Position Statements
A Position Statement is adopted by the Board as a means of providing direction to licensees who seek to engage in safe nursing practice.
Continuing Education Offerings
The North Carolina Board of Nursing is approved as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the North Carolina Nurses Association, an accredited approver by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation.
Nursys e-Notify
Sign up for e-Notify to receive license expiration reminders and status updates via email or SMS for all your licenses.
Complaint Evaluation Tool
The Complaint Evaluation Tool was developed by the Board of Nursing to identify and clarify when practice events require a report to the Board.
Upcoming Events
Wednesday
Apr 10
Called Meeting (Virtual)
Starting at 9:00 AM
Wednesday
Apr 24
Hearing Committee
Starting at 9:00 AM
Wednesday
May 22
Administrative Hearing
Starting at 9:00 AM
Thursday
May 23
Board Meeting
Starting at 9:00 AM
Wednesday
Jun 26
Hearing Committee
Starting at 9:00 AM
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Clinical Nurse Specialist