The Georgia Board of Examiners of Licensed Practical Nurses consists of seven members appointed by the Governor to protect, promote and preserve the public health, safety and welfare of the citizens of Georgia. The Board regulates practical nursing education programs, reviews applications for licensure and regulates licensed practical nurses practicing in Georgia.

The nursing programs approved by the Board offer 700 hours of clinical education as well as 700 hours of theory. The majority of students completing the program and passing the Board examination are licensed to practice in a wide variety of health care areas including nursing homes, doctor offices and hospitals. These licensed practical nurses provide care for compensation relating to the maintenance of health and prevention of illness, under the supervision of a physician, dentist, podiatrist, or registered nurse.

Board meetings are open to the public and are generally held at the Office of Secretary of State, Professional Licensing Boards Division office located at 237 Coliseum Drive, Macon, Georgia. Meeting dates, time and location are posted on this website. Persons wishing to submit complaints or other matters for Board consideration should submit the matter in writing to the office.

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Upon receipt of your original pocket card, note the expiration date.  THE BOARD WILL NOT MAIL RENEWAL NOTICES, NOTIFICATION WILL BE SENT BY EMAIL IF YOU HAVE AN EMAIL ADDRESS ON FILE WITH THE BOARD.  A renewal notice will be mailed out only to those without email addresses. It is your responsibility to renew your license on or prior to your expiration date.  Paper renewals will only be available by request.  If you need a paper renewal, you may contact the Georgia Board of Licensed Practical Nursing at (478) 207-2440.

On June 11, 2009, the spread of the H1N1 flu virus caused the World Health Organization to raise the pandemic alert level to Phase 6, the highest level. Georgia officials are currently preparing for the H1N1 influenza campaign and the seasonal influenza campaign that will be conducted during fall and winter. The Department of Community Health is asking all health professionals to serve as emergency response volunteers by signing up to assist with the 2009-2010 novel H1N1 vaccine immunization plan. For more information and to sign up for the online volunteer pool at www.servga.org.