Complete requirements guide for traveling healthcare workers
Application Fee
$123
Processing Time
3–6
weeks
Renewal Period
2
years
Renewal Fee
$123
Nebraska is a compact state; travel nurses with a multi-state license do not need an additional license. Temporary 60-day permits are helpful for those transitioning residency.
License by Endorsement
Available for out-of-state licensees
Temporary License
Available while full license processes
Background Check
Required
Fingerprinting
Required
Jurisprudence Exam
Not required
Endorsement Fee: $123
Requires evidence of citizenship or lawful presence and a background check. Reduced fee of $30.75 applies for licenses issued during the renewal window (May-Oct of even years for RNs).
Temporary permits are valid for 60 days and can be issued in 5-7 business days once all items except background check results are received.
Background check processing is the primary source of delay. Permanent licenses typically take 4-5 weeks.
20 hours required every 2 years
20 contact hours every 2 years. Must meet one of several continued competency paths (e.g., 500 practice hours in 5 years).
RN licenses expire Oct 31 of even-numbered years.
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