Nursing & Professional Midwifery
Nursing and Midwifery Licensure in Iowa
DIAL oversees licensing and regulation for nurses and certified professional midwives. This includes exams, renewals, ARNP approval, education, and compliance.
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Nursing & Midwife Licensure
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Nursing License by Examination
This page includes step-by-step instructions on how to apply for an Iowa nursing license by examination.
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Nursing License by Endorsement
This page includes step-by-step instructions on how to apply for an Iowa license by endorsement.
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ARNP License
This page includes step-by-step instructions on how to apply for an Iowa advanced registered nurse practitioner license.
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Application for Certified Professional Midwives
Application for license as a certified professional midwife in Iowa.
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Fees and Fee Waivers
This page contains the costs associated with licensure and renewal, as well as fee waiver information.
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Criminal Conviction Eligibility
This page includes information on potentially disqualifying convictions and how to petition for eligibility.
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Nursing License Renewals
This page includes instructions on how to renew a license, what to do when retiring from nursing, and late renewal info.
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Inactivation/ Reactivation of Licensure
This page explains how to inactivate an Iowa nursing license, as well as how to reactivate an Iowa nursing license.
The Nexus Newsletter
Stay current on nursing rules, licensing changes, compliance tips, and CE updates. The Nexus Newsletters provide concise, reliable information for Iowa’s nursing and healthcare community.
Nursing Education Pages
Follow the links below for more information.
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Out-of-State Nursing Program Criteria
The following is information regarding criteria for out of state nursing programs.
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Nursing Program Statistics
The following link provides nursing program statistics.
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Iowa Nursing Education Programs
The following link provides nursing education program approved by the board.
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NCSBN Licensure Requirements by State
Information from NCSBN regarding state licensure requirements and regulations.
Continuing Education Information for Nurses
Follow the links below for more information.
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Continuing Education Requirements
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Nursing Refresher Course
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ARNP Continuing Education Requirements
This page includes information on opioid prescribing and fluoroscopy supervision.
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Mandatory Reporter Course
This page outlines who needs to take Mandatory Reporter of Child and Dependent Adult courses and where to find them.
Nursing Practice & Compliance Pages
Follow the links below for more information. For specific practice questions, email us at ibn-nursing-practice@dial.iowa.gov.
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RN/LPN Role and Scope
This page includes scope of practice, including LPN expanded scope, such as the supervisory course and IV course.
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ARNP Role and Scope
This page includes the scope of practice for ARNPs, including delegation, fluoroscopy, and prescription monitoring.
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Complaint Process
Details how to file a complaint against a licensee and explains intake, evaluation, and investigation paths.
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Disciplinary Process
Outlines possible board sanctions, contested case hearings, settlement options, and license reinstatement.
Board of Nursing
The Iowa Board of Nursing protects public health, safety, and welfare under Iowa law. Duties include disciplinary actions and issuing orders. Members represent nursing practice, education, and public.