Iowa Board of Nursing

Coronavirus - (COVID-19) Information

COVID-19 Virus likeness Iowa nurses and healthcare professionals are encouraged to use the resources provided by the Iowa Department of Public Health (IDPH) and the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) to access the most up-to-date information about Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19). See Emergency License information by clicking below.

News You Can Use

Up-to-date announcements from the Board of Nursing.

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Upcoming Events

Office Closed - Memorial Day State Holiday

(All day)
Board Conference Call - June 10, 2020

03:00 pm
Board Meeting - July 15, 16, 17, 2020

(All day)

IBON Online Services

Licensing applications for all license types (RNs, LPNs and ARNPs), Renewals, Address Changes, Employment Updates, Discipline Documents (Wallet cards are no longer issued.)

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Quick Links

Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) and NCSBN
Information about NLC, NCSBN, Nursys, QuickConfirm licensure verification and other boards of nursing.
Filing a Complaint or Self-Report
How to file a complaint or self-report
Nursing Newsletters
Stay updated on changes to laws, procedures and requirements.
Fees & Rosters
Licensing fees for LPNs, RNs and ARNPs
Reports
Annual Reports provide a high level overview of the Board of Nursing activities throughout each fiscal year.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

FAQs are listed by topic area.

ARNP New License and Renewal
Criminal History
Enforcement
Licensure by Endorsement
Licensure by Examination
Licensure
Licensure for Foreign Graduates

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Iowa Nurse Assistance Program

The Iowa Nurse Assistance Program (INAP) is offered by the Iowa Board of Nursing (IBON). INAP is a resource for individual nurses who are impaired due to substance use or by any mental or physical condition.

INAP Information