Registered Nurse

This record was last updated on May 6, 2021, before 2022. It may be out of date — confirm with the board.

Exam: State + third-party exam
Education: Degree
Experience: None
Background check: Any conviction prohibited

A candidate for the license to practice as a registered nurse must: Have completed either the curriculum and graduation requirements of a state-accredited program of registered nursing or a nursing education program in a foreign country that has been deemed by the board as substantially equivalent to a board-approved program. Be physically, mentally, and professionally capable to safely engage in the practice of nursing. Pass the board-administered examination. Not have been convicted of a crime or have been subject to disciplinary action that would have a direct bearing on the candidate's ability to practice competently. Pay all examination and registration fees.

Requirements reported by the state

Licence type: Stand-alone license
Exam: Both state and third-party exams required
Education: Degree required
Continuing education: Continuing education required
Certification: No mention of certification
Experience: No experience
Background check: Any conviction prohibited

Issuing body

Department: Indiana Professional Licensing Agency
Division: Indiana State Board of Nursing
Address: 402 W. Washington Street Room W072 Indianapolis, IN 46204
Phone: (317) 234-2043
Agency website: http://www.in.gov/pla/nursing.htm
Licence page: https://www.in.gov/pla/nursing.htm
Last updated: May 6, 2021

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Source and verification

This record is Indiana's report to the Analyst Resource Center, published by CareerOneStop (October 2024 export). Everything shown comes only from that report.

Before you apply, confirm every detail with Indiana State Board of Nursing — see the issuing body section above.

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