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Welcome to the Maryland Board of Nursing

Public Board Orders issued after January 1, 2022 are now accessible here. For orders prior to this date, search for the licensee / certificate holder using Lookup a License.

We are open to the general public as follows:
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday from 8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Wednesday from 9:30 am - 4:30 pm

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Report fraud through the Maryland Office of Legislative Audits hotline

Breaking News

We are currently implementing updates to the online renewal portal to improve your experience. As a result, nurses with licenses expiring in July may temporarily be unable to access the renewal system. Please rest assured that we are working diligently to complete these updates and an update will be posted on our website once the July Renewal portal becomes available. We appreciate your patience and understanding during this time.

July 2025 CNA and MT renewal records are online and can be completed for certification renewal.

The Board of Nursing is warning our constituents to be aware of a phishing scam currently in circulation
The scam sends an email, USPS mailed letter or a phone call claiming the victim is under investigation for laundering money and dealing drugs.
Click here for more information

April 22, 2025 NLC Webinars - Helpful NLC Tips for Nursing Students and New Graduates
How does the NLC work? Which state should I apply to? Where can I take the NCLEX? What resources are available? Find out by attending our free educational webinar for new nursing graduates, April 22, from 2-3 pm CT. Sign up here. #NurseCompactNation

Important Notice - Phase One of Fee Increases

MDH Memo for Out-of-hospital Initial Newborn Screening Couriers

Effective October 1, 2024, important notice to Advanced Practice Registered Nurses regarding professional liability insurance coverage.

MBON Townhall meetings link

Individual Taxpayer Identification Numbers (ITIN) - Effective October 1, 2023, an ITIN may be entered on any application where a Social Security Number (SSN) is requested. Additional information: Health Occupations - Licenses, Certificates & Registrations - Lawful Presence & Identification Numbers

Maryland Board of Nursing Vacancy Announcement - Nominations Requested: In accordance with the Annotated Code of Maryland, Health Occupations Article, §8-202(b)(5), the Board is providing notice to the public that all 14 Board member seats are now open for appointment. Please use the following link, Board Member Vacancy Announcement, for information regarding appointment criteria and application instructions.

2/9/2023 Fraudulent Nursing School Investigation Update

Governor of Maryland Executive Order 22-01-04-01 Relating to Various Healthcare Matters

Effective immediately, the Maryland Board of Nursing will only accept official transcripts that are either mailed directly from a Nursing School/Program to the Board or emailed directly from a Nursing School/Program to the appropriate department at the Board:

RN/LPN Exam Applicants - MDBON.ExamTranscripts@maryland.gov

Advanced Practice Applicants - MBON.AdvPracTranscripts@maryland.gov

Endorsement Applicants - MDBON.NETSTranscripts@maryland.gov

The Board will no longer accept transcripts directly from individuals.

The CNA Advisory Committee is currently seeking candidates to fill the following vacancies on the Committee: