Nursing: Hawaii

NOTE: The data presented on this page is for informational purposes only. All licensees are responsible for checking with their own relevant local, state, and/or federal or other appropriate licensing agency to determine requirements for licensure and/or certification.

Hawaii Board of Nursing Professional and Vocational Licensing Division

Website: https://cca.hawaii.gov/pvl/boards/nursing/

RN Requirements

30 contact hours/2 years

All RNs in the State of Hawaii who wish to maintain an active license are required to complete 30 hours of continuing education for license renewal. Alternate renewal methods are applicable – please reference the state board for more information.

LPN Requirements

30 contact hours/2 years

All LPNs in the State of Hawaii who wish to maintain an active license are required to complete 30 hours of continuing education for license renewal. Alternate renewal methods are applicable – please reference the state board for more information.

Advanced Practice Nursing Requirements

30 contact hours/2 years

All APRNs in the State of Hawaii who wish to maintain an active license are required to complete 30 hours of continuing education for license renewal. Alternate renewal methods are applicable – please reference the state board for more information.

Eight (8) hours must be in pharmacology.