The New Mexico State Board of Nursing’s on-line verification is a service provided to licensees, employers and the public. Information is updated daily (every 24 hours).

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Approval and Accreditation

According to the New Mexico Nurse Practice Act, the definition of Board approval for nursing programs is an official or formal consent, confirmation or sanction.

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Approval and Accreditation

According to the New Mexico Nurse Practice Act, the definition of Board approval for nursing programs is an official or formal consent, confirmation or sanction.

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Continuing Nursing Education

All nurses/certificate holders with an active license are required to demonstrate continuing competency for relicensure.

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Complaints & Discipline

The New Mexico Board of Nursing regulates nursing practice, education and the practice of RNs, LPNs, Nurse Practitioners, Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists, Clinical Nurse Specialists, Certified Medication Aides and Certified Hemodialysis Technicians for the protection of the citizens of New Mexico.

In its role as a regulatory body, the Board is responsible for conducting hearings upon charges related to violations of the Nursing Practice Act, Section 61-3-1 through 61-3-31 NMSA, 1978 and its rules. The Board of Nursing has two full time state investigators on staff to investigate complaints and allegations of violations of the Nursing Practice Act.  Additionally, the Board has an in-house prosecuting attorney.  This combination has ensured timely investigations. How to File a Complaint

Disciplinary Actions

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