Nurse License Lookup & Verification
Check any registered nurse license instantly. Look up RN, LPN, and APRN licenses through official state nursing board verification systems and Nursys to confirm license status, expiration dates, and disciplinary actions.
Nursys: National License Verification
Nursys is the official national database for nursing license verification. It provides real-time license data for nurses licensed in participating states (all 50 states participate).
Looking for NCSPN? You may be looking for NCSBN (National Council of State Boards of Nursing), which operates the Nursys database.
- Verify RN, LPN/LVN, and APRN licenses
- Real-time data from state boards of nursing
- View disciplinary actions and license status
What You Can Verify
License Status
Confirm if a license is active, expired, suspended, or revoked.
Expiration Date
View when the license expires and renewal requirements.
Disciplinary Actions
Check for any board actions, restrictions, or sanctions.
State Board Verification Links
Select your license type and click any state to verify.
Registered Nurse (RN) licenses are verified through state boards of nursing. All 50 states participate in Nursys for national verification.
Who Uses License Verification?
Employers & HR
Healthcare facilities verify licenses before hiring and regularly during employment. Most use automated systems connected to Nursys.
- Pre-employment verification
- Ongoing license monitoring
- Credential expiration tracking
Nurses
Check your own license status, print verification letters, and confirm your multistate privilege status.
- Confirm license status
- Print verification for applications
- Check compact privilege status
Staffing Agencies
Travel nursing and staffing agencies verify licenses across multiple states for each assignment.
- Multi-state verification
- Compact license confirmation
- Real-time status checks
Patients & Families
Anyone can verify a nurse's license status to ensure their healthcare provider is properly credentialed.
- Verify home health providers
- Check private duty nurses
- Confirm credentials
Popular State License Lookups
All State Nurse License Lookups
Click any state below for detailed license verification instructions and direct links to that state's board of nursing.
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E-Notify: Automatic License Alerts
E-Notify is a free service that sends automatic notifications when a nurse's license status changes. Employers and nurses can subscribe to get alerts for expirations, renewals, and disciplinary actions.
Learn more about Instant NotifyFrequently Asked Questions
Is nursing license verification free?
Yes, basic license verification through state board websites and Nursys QuickConfirm is free. Nursys also offers paid subscription services for employers who need bulk verification and automated monitoring.
How current is the license data?
Nursys receives data updates from state boards in real-time or within 24-48 hours. State board websites typically display the most current data available. For the most up-to-date information, check directly with the licensing state.
Can I verify a compact multistate license?
Yes. Nursys and state board systems show if a nurse holds a multistate license. The license will indicate the home state and show multistate privilege status for practicing in other NLC member states.
What if I find incorrect information?
Contact the state board of nursing that issued the license. They maintain the official records and can correct any errors. Updates typically reflect in Nursys within 24-48 hours of being corrected.
How do I look up a registered nurse license?
To look up a registered nurse license, use Nursys for a national search or select the state above to access that state's official verification system. You'll need the nurse's name and possibly their license number. Results show license status, expiration date, and any disciplinary actions.
How can I check if a nurse license is valid?
To check if a nurse license is valid, search for the nurse by name on Nursys or the appropriate state board website. A valid license will show an "Active" status with a future expiration date. Expired, suspended, or revoked licenses will display their current status clearly.