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Board of Nursing

New NLC Rule for Nurses Moving to Another Compact State

Visit Nurse Licensure Compact for more information

Online Services: Board of Nursing

Use our online portal for licensing, renewal, verification, and payment. 

  • Online Services

    > Licensee search; access public orders. Account not needed.

    > Apply for, renew a nursing license. User account needed.

  • Request a Roster of Licensed Nurses

    Rosters can be accessed by the general public and are free of charge. Follow the instructions on the next page.

  • Application Requirements for Nurses

    Access application forms and other information about how to obtain a license.

  • Certified Professional Midwife Licenses

    Verify the status of a license for a certified professional midwife in Iowa.

  • File a Complaint

    File a complaint about a nurse or midwife.

     

     

About the Board of Nursing

The Iowa Board of Nursing regulates the practice of nursing and midwifery in Iowa and issues licenses to practice.

More about the Iowa Board of Nursing.

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Quick links for Iowa nurses and interested parties.

  • Board Members

    Members of the Board of Nursing, and information about application and appointment to boards and commissions in Iowa.

  • Calendar

    Board meetings & teleconferences.

  • Complaint & Investigation Overview

    An overview of the complaint & investigative process.

  • Continuing Education

    Continuing education overview and resources for Iowa nurses.

  • Iowa Administrative Code 655

    Board rules listed by chapter.

  • Iowa Nurse Assistance Program (INAP)

    Information about the Iowa Nurse Assistance Program

  • Public Information

    Access disciplinary documents by license number, case number, or licensee name.  A password is not required.

  • Resources for Nurses

    A list of resources for Iowa nurses.

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