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Oklahoma Registered Nurse (RN) License Renewal Requirements
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Oklahoma Registered Nurse (RN) License Renewal Requirements
Oklahoma registered nurse licenses are regulated by the Oklahoma Board of Nursing (OBN). Oklahoma is a member of the Enhanced Nurse Licensure Compact (eNLC) since January 2018.
At a Glance
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Regulatory Body | Oklahoma Board of Nursing |
| Renewal Cycle | Every 2 years |
| Expiration | Last day of birth month (even years) |
| CE Hours Required | 24 contact hours (or alternative pathway) |
| Renewal Fee | $75 |
| Compact State (NLC) | Yes (eNLC member since 2018) |
| Online Renewal | Yes — OBN website |
Continuing Competency Requirements
Complete at least one of the following within the 2-year renewal period:
- 520+ work hours in a position requiring an RN/LPN license
- 24 contact hours of approved continuing education
- Current certification in a nursing specialty area
- Board-approved refresher course
- 6+ academic semester credit hours of nursing coursework at current licensure level or higher
Oklahoma-Specific Notes
- Compact state. If Oklahoma is your primary state of residence and you meet Uniform Licensure Requirements, you may hold a multistate license.
- Five competency pathways. The 520 work hours option is the most common alternative to CE — many working nurses satisfy this through regular employment.
- Birth-month expiration. License expires on the last day of your birth month in even-numbered years.
- ANCC-accredited courses accepted.
- No mandatory CE topics for general RN/LPN renewal (unlike many states).
- APRN additional requirements: 15 CE hours (or 1 academic credit) in pharmacotherapeutics + 2 hours in pain management or opioid use/addiction.
- Tax compliance no longer required for renewal (effective November 2023).
- Retain CE documentation for at least 4 years.
- Military support: Licensure support services available for veterans, active military, and military spouses.
How to Renew
- Complete at least one continuing competency pathway
- Log in to the OBN online portal
- Complete the renewal application
- Pay the $75 renewal fee
- Retain CE documentation for at least 4 years
Fees
| Fee Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| RN/LPN Renewal | $75 |
Contact Information
Oklahoma Board of Nursing
- Website: oklahoma.gov/nursing
- Email: obnwebmaster@nursing.state.ok.us
- Phone: (405) 962-1800
- Fax: (405) 962-1821
- Address: 2501 N. Lincoln Blvd., Suite 207, Oklahoma City, OK 73105
This page is for informational purposes only. Requirements may change — always verify current requirements with the Oklahoma Board of Nursing before renewing. Last reviewed March 2026.
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