Chapter 410-5 LICENSURE RENEWAL
Rule 410-5-.01 Licensure Renewal (RN)
| (1) | Licenses shall expire on January 31 of even or odd years according to Joint Secretary, Professional Licensing Boards Rules 295-2-.05 and 295-2-.12. |
| (2) | Licensees must submit a complete renewal application and the required fee on or before the posted deadline. |
| (3) | Licensees may submit a late renewal application during the one month period immediately following the license expiration date. The late renewal period ends on the last day of February. A registered nurse may not practice nursing after the expiration date of his or her license. |
| (4) | Licensees are not permitted to practice as a registered professional nurse without evidence of current, active licensure. The Georgia Board of Nursing's website shall be considered the primary source of verification for licensed individuals. Practicing as a registered nurse without a license is considered a misdemeanor and is prohibited by Georgia law. |
| (5) | Licenses not renewed by the posted deadline shall be lapsed and may be reinstated at the discretion of the Board. |
Rule 410-5-.02 Licensure Renewal (LPN)
| (1) | Licenses shall expire on March 31 of odd years according to Joint Secretary, Professional Licensing Boards Rule 295-2-.13. |
| (2) | Licensees must submit a complete renewal application and the required fee on or before the posted deadline. |
| (3) | Licensees may submit a late renewal application during the one month period immediately following the license expiration date. The late renewal period ends on April 30. A licensed practical nurse may not practice nursing after the expiration date of his or her license. |
| (4) | Licensees are not permitted to practice as a licensed practical nurse without evidence of current, active licensure. The Georgia Board of Nursing's website shall be considered the primary source of verification for licensed individuals. Practicing as a licensed practical nurse without a license is considered a misdemeanor and is prohibited by Georgia law. |
| (5) | Licenses not renewed by the posted deadline shall be lapsed and may be reinstated at the discretion of the Board. |