Registration Requirements and FAQs
It is every LPNs professional responsibility to maintain their licensure annually, update their personal information and adhere to all licensure requirements in a timely manner. Any LPN who does not complete their on-line registration form and provide payment by the registration deadline will be subject to a late fee and they will not be able to practice until the registration process is complete. No extensions will be permitted.
Under the Association of New Brunswick Licensed Practical Nurses By-Laws (2018) Section 5.1 - Any person who has not paid their annual fees by November 30th of each year shall be suspended and subject to a fine as set out by the Board of Directors.
What are my requirements for annual registration?
To be actively registered every LPN must ensure they have 1000 practice hours over the 5 most recent years and complied with the annual Continuing Competence Program (CCP). CCP is a mandatory component of registration and does not just apply to those who have been chosen for the audit. There is a strict timeline for document submission if you are chosen for the audit because your documents should already have been completed when you registered. If you are prepared the auditing process will progress smoothly.
To be considered registered you must provide your payment AND complete the on-line registration form. Both components need to be completed in order for you to be registered.
When is the deadline to register?
You must register by midnight, November 30th . If you do not register on time your license will be suspended and you will be subject to a late fee of $115.00 Extensions are not possible.
*Please note that if you work for Horizon Health, your deadline is November 15th (Horizon Policy)*
What is the registration fee this year?
The registration fee is the same as last year. For active registration the fee is $325, if you are registering as non-practicing (maternity leave, sick leave etc.) the fee is $28.75. You cannot work any shifts with a non-practicing license.
How can I pay for my license?
Within our new database you can now provide payment by Visa, Master Card, Visa Debit, American Express or Discovery Card. You can also mail us a cheque or money order, or come into the office to pay. We are unable to accept e-transfers at this time.
What if I am on a payroll deduction program with my employer?
If you are on payroll deduction through your employer, simply fill out your registration form and submit. Once we receive the monies from your employer we will process your license. Even if we have recieved the monies from your employer, you still need to complete your on-line form, otherwise you are not registered.
Do I have to pay the full licensing fee if I am going on maternity/sick leave or retiring during the 2020-21 licensing year?
Yes, if you are working ANY shifts between December 1st 2020 and beyond you are required to be fully licensed and have medical malpractice insurance, and therefor partial payments are not permitted. It is also not possible to be reimbursed if you only work part of the year.
