KS Nursing License Renewal: 3 Steps

Kansas — nicknamed the Sunflower State — is known for its prairies, fields of wildflowers, and other natural beauties. It’s also home to nearly 3 million people, 17% of which are aged 65 and over. Are you a nurse residing in Kansas looking to renew your license? Below, we provide a snapshot of nursing in Kansas, steps for completing the KS nursing license renewal process, and answer other commonly asked questions.

For information about general nursing regulations in this state, read our article on the Kansas Nurse Practice Act.

Kansas Nursing Facts

The information below can help you renew your license, apply from out of state, or answer any other questions.

Is Kansas part of the nursing licensure compact (NLC)?

Yes, Kansas is a part of the NLC.

How much do nurses in Kansas earn?

• The average CNA salary in Kansas is $36,020 per year.
• The average LPN salary in Kansas is $55,610 per year.
• The average RN salary in Kansas is $76,240 per year.

How can I contact the Kansas Board of Nursing (BON)?

Kansas Board of Nursing Phone Number: 785-296-4929

Website: https://ksbn.kansas.gov/

Kansas Board of Nursing Address
Landon State Office Building
900 SW Jackson Street Suite 1051
Topeka, KS 66612-1230

Kansas Nursing License Renewal Requirements

For nurses who don’t live in Kansas, you can obtain your license by endorsement. If you are a nurse already working in Kansas, the steps below will show you what you need to do.

Step 1: Determine Your Renewal Deadline

After passing the NCLEX, your initial license lasts for 30 months in Kansas. After that, you must renew it every two years to remain active. You must wait until you’re within 90 days of the expiration date to renew your license. Your expiration date is the last day of the month you were born, and occurs during odd- or even-numbered years, depending on whether your birth year is even or odd.

Kansas does not allow a grace period for late renewals. If the application is even a day late, the applicant must reinstate their license. In this case, you must fill out a reinstatement application and send it to the Kansas BON. Both RNs and LPNs must pay a $150 fee to reinstate a license.

Step 2: Satisfy Continuing Education Requirements

RNs and LPNs must complete 30 hours of board-approved continuing education prior to submitting your application for renewal. First-time licensees are exempt from this requirement. Instead of continuing education, CNAs must work for at least one paid and documented eight-hour day over the past 24 months to renew certification.

If you’re an RN or LPN who didn’t complete this requirement, you can apply for a temporary permit. You’re able to work with this permit while you complete the remainder of your continuing education.

On top of the continuing education courses displayed on the Kansas Board of Nursing website, you can browse courses from IntelyEdu, which is accredited by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC).

Step 3: Renew Your Kansas Nursing License Online

The renewal application fee is $85 biennially. When you’re ready, you can log in to the Kansas Nursing License Portal to start your online application.

Once your license is renewed, you’re good to go. You’ll be eligible to work as an RN, LPN, or CNA in Kansas. You can also work in various parts of the state, including Wichita, Overland Park, Kansas City, and more.

Ready to Start the KS Nursing License Renewal Process?

Now that you’ve learned how to complete your Kansas nurse license renewal, you’re ready to go! Search for nursing jobs in Kansas on IntelyCare to find one that works for you.