Practical Nurse

Practical Nurses (LPN's) Participate In The Implementation Of Health Care Plans Developed By A Physician, Registered Nurse, Or Any Other Authorized Person. They May Work With Patients Who Are Acutely Or Chronically Ill Or Who Are In Varying Stages Of Convalescence Or Rehabilitation.

Other Information

License Application

https://www.ncbon.com/licensure-listing-overview

Duration of License

2 Years

Authority

GS 90-171.19

Exam: State Exam Required
License Type: Registry

Reciprocity:
AL, AK, AZ, AR, CA, CO, CT, DE, FL, GA, HI, ID, IL, IN, IA, KS, KY, LA, ME, MD, MA, MI, MN, MS, MO, MT, NE, NV, NH, NJ, NM, NY, ND, OH, OK, OR, PA, RI, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VT, VA, WA, WV, WI, WY

Fees

Application
$75.00
New License
$0.00
Renewal
$100.00
Reciprocity:
$150.00
Miscellaneous:
$38.00

Other Requirements

Criminal background check required. Background Check Fee

Licensing Authority

NC Board of Nursing
4516 Lake Boone Trail
Raleigh, NC 27607-
919-782-3211 Ext: 231

https://www.ncbon.com/licensure-listing-overview

Occupational Information

Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses

Occupational profile

Please check with your local City, County or Municipality for area specific license requirements they may have.