Kentucky Nursing License Renewal CE Package
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Approved Kentucky Board of Nursing (KBN) CE provider. Provider # 7-0090
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Approved Kentucky Board of Nursing (KBN) CE provider. Provider # 7-0090
Instant access to all courses, including our 30 contact hour course.
100% Online. No tests. Immediate certificates.
Instant and automatic reporting to CE Broker.
Kentucky Nursing License Renewal CE Package
Nursing CE Central is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation.
Approved Kentucky Board of Nursing (KBN) CE provider. Provider # 7-0090
Instant access to all courses, including the 2023 Kentucky Renewal Bundle and all state-required courses.
100% Online. No tests. Immediate certificates.
Instantly reports to CE Broker Automatically – No Waiting.
$59.99 $39.99
Nursing CE Central automatically reports your course completions to CE Broker.
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FAQ
Does Kentucky accept continuing education from Nursing CE central?
Yes, the Kentucky Board of Nursing accepts continuing education from Nursing CE Central for purposes of license renewal.
Can I use your continuing education for license renewal in Kentucky?
Yes, continuing education provided by Nursing CE Central is acceptable to satisfy the renewal requirements for the Kentucky Board of Nursing.
What are the continuing education requirements for nurses in Kentucky?
Licensed Practical Nurses
- LPNs are required to complete 14 contact hours of Continuing Education every year.
- 1.5 of the 14 contact hours must be on Domestic Violence (one-time requirement)
- 3 of the 14 contact hours must be on Pediatric Abusive Head Trauma (one-time requirement)
- 2 of the 14 contact hours must be on Suicide Prevention (one-time requirement)
- 1 contact hour in suicide prevention generally; and
- 1 contact hour that addresses:
- Chronic toxic stress and secondary traumatic stress potentially increasing the incidence of suicide amongst nurses;
- A confidential and standardized pathway to care for nurses that addresses screening, assessing, safety planning, referrals, and follow-up for nurses at risk for suicide;
- Systems of care, evidence-informed approaches, and best practices to reduce suicide rates; and
- Ethical legal considerations for caring for patients and nurses who are suicidal.
- 1.5 of the 14 contact hours must be on Implicit Bias (one-time requirement) that addresses:
- The impact of historical racism and other forms of invidious discrimination on the provision of healthcare;
- Methods of evaluating the presence and extent of implicit bias; and
- Measures that may be taken to reduce implicit bias.
Registered Nurses
- RNs are required to complete 14 contact hours of Continuing Education every year.
- 1.5 of the 14 contact hours must be on Domestic Violence (one-time requirement)
- 3 of the 14 contact hours must be on Pediatric Abusive Head Trauma (one-time requirement)
- 2 of the 14 contact hours must be on Suicide Prevention (one-time requirement)
- 1 contact hour in suicide prevention generally; and
- 1 contact hour that addresses:
- Chronic toxic stress and secondary traumatic stress potentially increasing the incidence of suicide amongst nurses;
- A confidential and standardized pathway to care for nurses that addresses screening, assessing, safety planning, referrals, and follow-up for nurses at risk for suicide;
- Systems of care, evidence-informed approaches, and best practices to reduce suicide rates; and
- Ethical legal considerations for caring for patients and nurses who are suicidal.
- 1.5 of the 14 contact hours must be on Implicit Bias (one-time requirement) that addresses:
- The impact of historical racism and other forms of invidious discrimination on the provision of healthcare;
- Methods of evaluating the presence and extent of implicit bias; and
- Measures that may be taken to reduce implicit bias.
- 5 of the 14 contact hours must be on Sexual Assault, Forensic Medicine, or Domestic Violence if you are a Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner (SANE)
Advanced Practice Registered Nurses
- APRNs are required to complete 14 contact hours of general Continuing Education every year.
- 1.5 of the 14 contact hours must be on Domestic Violence (one-time requirement)
- 3 of the 14 contact hours must be on Pediatric Abusive Head Trauma (one-time requirement)
- 2 contact hours must be on Suicide Prevention (one-time requirement) in addition to annual CE requirements
- 1.5 contact hours must be on Implicit Bias (one-time requirement) in addition to annual CE requirements
- 5 of the 14 contact hours must be on Sexual Assault, Forensic Medicine, or Domestic Violence if you are a Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner (SANE)
- APRNs may use their board certification to satisfy the 14 contact hours needed for RN license renewal as long as
- certification was initially attained during the licensure period, OR
- certification has been in effect during the entire licensure period, OR
- certification has been renewed during the licensure period.
- APRNs are required to complete 5 contact hours of Continuing Education on Pharmacology every year.
- 1.5 of the 5 contact hours must be on The Use of KASPER, Pain Management, or Addiction Disorders if you are an APRN with CAPA-CS
Special Conditions
- If you graduated in Kentucky after 1998 the Domestic Violence course was included in your curriculum. Your one-time requirement has been met.
- If you graduated in Kentucky after 2011 the Pediatric Abusive Head Trauma course was included in your curriculum. Your one-time requirement has been met.
How do I complete a course?
Once you enroll you will have access to all courses. To complete a course, you read and learn the course materials, then testify that you have done so by clicking a button. Once this is complete your certificate will be issued.
Are tests required?
No. The Kentucky Board of Nursing does not require that tests be taken in order to issue certificates. We do not feel that tests are an efficient use of nurses’ time. Therefore, we do not require tests. You simply need to read the material and certify you have learned the material with one click.
How do I access my certificates once a course is completed?
Your certificate will be instantly emailed to you once you complete a course. Additionally, it is available online for you to access at any time. We keep a record of your certificates for five years.
Are the courses timed?
No. Users may complete the courses at their own pace. Nursing CE Central does not monitor your time spent in courses.
What is your refund policy?
Nursing CE Central is happy to offer you a refund if the courses do not meet your state licensing requirements.
Kentucky BON License Renewal FAQ
How can I renew my license this year?
Nurses will need to renew their license online, by accessing the Kentucky nurse portal at KY Nurse Portal 2 (boardsofnursing.org) once the renewal period opens on September 15, 2023. Nurses must complete the renewal process, including their continuing education requirements, by October 31, 2023.
What are the 2023 CE requirements for renewal?
Nurses must meet Kentucky’s Continuing Education Competency requirements by October 31, 2023 in order to renew their license. While there are several different options of meeting this requirement, most nurses choose to complete 14 or more contact hours of continuing education from an approved provider (such as Nursing CE Central).
Of the 14 hours of required CEUs for renewal, 1.5 hours must be on the newly required Implicit Bias training, and 2 hours must cover the newly required Suicide Prevention course.
Can I renew now, and complete my CEUs later?
Yes. The Kentucky Board of Nursing requires that all continuing education requirements be met by October 31, 2023, however, nurses may renew online ahead of CE completion.
How can I check that my renewal application is complete?
Nurses will receive a confirmation email from the KBN after their license has been renewed. Nurses can also check the status of their renewal application through the Kentucky Board of Nursing’s License Verification Portal. License Lookup (boardsofnursing.org)
Does Nursing CE Central submit proof of completed CEUs automatically to CE Broker? Or will I have to manually do that myself?
To make renewal as easy as possible, Nursing CE Central automatically and instantaneously reports all CEU completion to CE Broker! We are a certified CE Broker provider and Kentucky nurses who take our courses will NOT have to manually upload course certificates to www.cebroker.com.
How is CE Broker connected to my renewal with Kentucky Board of Nursing?
CE Broker is the official CE tracking system of the Kentucky Board of Nursing. The KBN has provided each nurse with a Free Basic Account, to electronically report, upload and keep track of your continuing education documents. However, Nursing CE Central will automatically report all CEU completion to CE Broker for you!
What do I need to have ready when starting my renewal online with the Kentucky BON?
Most nurses will only need a valid method of payment to complete their renewal through the Kentucky nurse licensing platform. Continuing education requirements must be fulfilled by October 31,2023, if not already complete at the time of online renewal.
How long must I keep documentation proving I completed my 2023 CEU requirements for renewal?
The Kentucky Board of Nursing requires that all licensees keep proof of continuing education completion for each renewal period, for a minimum of five years. This documentation is needed in case a nurse is selected for an audit by the Kentucky BON within that time frame.
*Nursing CE Central stores lifetime copies of all CEU certificates of completion for active members.
What happens if I don't renew my license before the October 31st deadline?
According to the Kentucky Board of Nursing, any nurse who does not renew their license before midnight on October 31, 2023, will have their license lapse. Nurses can NOT work in Kentucky with a lapsed nursing license.
Can I still work/practice if I miss my renewal deadline?
No. Nurses are NOT legally allowed to work in Kentucky with a lapsed nursing license.
How can I get my license active again?
All nurses who miss their renewal deadline will need to file for a license reinstatement with the Kentucky Board of Nursing. More information on the reinstatement process can be found online at the Board’s reinstatement information page (https://kbn.ky.gov/Registered-Nurse/Pages/rn-reinstatement.aspx).
Do I have to pay for a CE Broker account?
No. The KBN has provided each nurse with a Free Basic Account, to electronically report, upload and keep track of your continuing education documents. If you create an account with CE Broker, we will do the rest of the work for you. After you complete your CE requirements with Nursing CE Central, we will automatically report ALL CEU completion to CE Broker for you at no additional cost.
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We know how hard you work. Your time and money are valuable.
Our goal at Nursing CE Central is simple: give nurses the high-quality, continuing education you need in an easy-to-use format. Through our platform, you can attain the continuing education you need whenever you want it, wherever you want it. Instead of putting you to sleep with boring material, we aim to arm you with the knowledge you need.
We know what nurses need in an educational provider
Nurses are skilled at navigating virtually any challenge in the hospital or doctor’s office – so why is it still so difficult to navigate the world of nursing continuing education?
As nurses ourselves, we know your frustrations firsthand. We have experienced the hidden fees, outdated systems, and confusing interfaces. So we made a better way. Our model lives up to the same high standards that you set for your own work. We offer easy to access certificates rooted in quality education.
Join thousands of satisfied nurses in Kentucky
We are proud to be doing business in the great state of Kentucky – home to some of the most passionate and engaged nurses in the country. Kentucky is special to us – and we are committed to providing the best continuing education content in the easiest to use platform. That’s the Nursing CE Central pledge.
Nursing CE Central is an accepted and recognized continuing education provider by the Kentucky Board of Nursing (KBN)