Arkansas State Board of Nursing

06/11/2026

While the vast majority of nurses are competent and caring individuals who provide care according to the standard, violations of the nurse practice act do happen. Learn how boards of nursing are responsible for reviewing and acting on complaints in order to fulfill their mission to protect the public: https://www.ncsbn.org/nursing-regulation/discipline.page

06/10/2026

Does the multistate license also cover my APRN practice? Read the latest NLC Insights to find out: https://mailchi.mp/ncsbn/nlc-insights-9x9o2rrrb4-5904409. Subscribe to NLC Insights emails here: https://nursecompact.com/stay-informed.page.

06/10/2026

📣 ADH–ASBN Staff Represent Arkansas at the Discipline Case Management Conference! 🌟

Staff were proud to attend the NCSBN 2026 Discipline Case Management Conference in Chicago, where regulators from across the nation came together to strengthen nursing regulation and public protection. 🩺📘✨
Topics included:
• Controlled substance rescheduling & substance use trends 💊
• APRN practice issues & med spa/IV hydration investigations 🔍
• Professionalism, confidentiality & social media considerations 📱
• Automated complaint handling technologies ⚙️
• Preparing for regulatory and administrative proceedings 🏛️
A valuable opportunity to learn, collaborate, and continue supporting safe nursing practice in Arkansas. 💙

06/09/2026

Nurses can receive FREE license status and expiration updates via email with Nursys e-Notify. Learn more and sign up at nursys.com.

06/08/2026

06/04/2026

📢 Board Hearings Today — June 4 — 8:30 a.m. 📢
The ADH–Arkansas State Board of Nursing is meeting today. Watch the proceedings live on our YouTube channel and stay informed as we continue our commitment to transparency in nursing regulation. Be sure to subscribe to stay informed

This is the official YouTube channel for the Arkansas State Board of Nursing, operating under the Arkansas Department of Health. This channel is used to livestream public meetings and provide access to meeting recordings. The mission of the Arkansas State Board of Nursing is to protect the public an...

05/28/2026

Practicing nurses are crucial to the NCLEX item development process. As a nurse volunteer selected to be an item writer or an item reviewer, you will contribute to continued excellence in the nursing profession, network on a national and international level, build new skills and receive continuing education contact hours. Apply here: https://www.ncsbn.org/volunteer

05/28/2026

If you are a nurse who believes you may be under investigation or have received notice of a complaint, the following information is important:
When a complaint is filed with the ADH-Arkansas State Board of Nursing, it is carefully reviewed to determine if it is a violation of the Arkansas Nurse Practice Act. If the complaint moves forward, the investigation may involve gathering documents, conducting interviews, and other steps to gather all relevant information.
For more information on the process, you may find the NCSBN’s “Board of Nursing Complaint Process: Investigation to Resolution” video helpful: https://www.ncsbn.org/.../board-of-nursing-complaint
If you’re under review, it’s vital to stay informed, cooperate with the Board, and consider seeking guidance from legal counsel. Your cooperation and understanding are appreciated as the Board works to ensure safe and ethical nursing practice in Arkansas. 🩺 For more information, please visit: https://healthy.arkansas.gov/boards-commissions/boards/nursing-arkansas-state-board/discipline/

Discipline The Arkansas Nurse Practice Act and its Rules provide that the Board may deny, suspend, revoke, limit, or otherwise discipline any license to practice nursing or certificate of prescriptive authority for certain causes. The Board is able to regulate the practice of licensed nurses through...

05/21/2026

🎉 Congratulations to the National Park College Nursing Graduates! 🎉
Join us in celebrating the National Park College Practical Nursing Program Class of 2026 and the Associate Degree Nursing Program Class of 2026 graduates! You’ve worked incredibly hard to reach this milestone! 🙌
We’re proud to welcome you into the nursing profession. 🌟 Thank you for choosing a path of service, care, and heart. The future of healthcare is brighter because of you. 💙
Here’s to your bright futures and the countless lives you’ll touch. 🌟
Congratulations to all our Arkansas nursing programs, their dedicated nurse educators, and their wonderful graduates — we are truly proud of all you’ve accomplished and excited to celebrate this achievement with you. 🩺