Nursing Home Administrator FAQs

 
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Application

Question: How can I apply for a license?
Answer: See Applications, Requirements and Fees on the home page.

Question: How can I get a duplicate license?
Answer: To obtain a duplicate license and/or wallet card, click on the "Name Change and/or Reissuance Form" link on the home page.

Question: How can I make a name change?
Answer: Any time there is an address and/or name change, it is up to you to let us know of the change. Click on the "Name Change and/or Reissuance Form" link on the home page.

Question: How do I put my license on hold?
Answer: You can request inactive status at renewal time during the online renewal process, or you can request inactive status at any time by sending a written request to the Licensure Unit to place your license on inactive status.

Question: How do I verify a license for a licensed professional?
Answer: Go to http://www.nebraska.gov/LISSearch.cgi and select Individual Search. Insert the licensee's name or license number. Select the profession from the dropdown list. Note: It is not necessary to fill in all the boxes on the search page.

Question: I have not received notification regarding renewal of my license. How can I renew?
Answer: Online license renewal is fast and safe!  https://nebraska.mylicense.com

Paper applications will  NOT be mailed. Instead, you will receive a postcard as a reminder that it is time to renew your license. If you do not wish to renew online, you may download a paper renewal form from the Licensure Unit website. 

Question: If I am not approved for licensure in Nebraska, will I receive my application fee back?
Answer: You will receive the application fee minus an administrative fee in the amount of $25.00.

Question: What is the license renewal fee?
Answer: See "Fees" in the Renewal, Continuing Education and Reinstatement section of the home page.

Question: When does my license expire?
Answer: December 31st of even years.

Question: Will my license be issued the same day the application is received?
Answer: Due to the high volume of applications received in our office each day, we cannot provide same day processing and issuance of licenses.

Conviction Reporting

Question: Am I required to report traffic convictions?

Answer: Yes, if the conviction was a misdemeanor or felony and you were sentenced or paid a ticket through traffic court. (Infractions are not required to be reported.) Some examples are: No valid registration, no driver's license on person, and driving under suspension.

Question: When do I need to report convictions?

Answer: If you have a misdemeanor or felony conviction or credential discipline, you must report such actions to the Office of Investigations within 30 days of the conviction/action.  Failure to disclose any such convictions/credential discipline could result in disciplinary action.

Other

Question: Do I need to notify your office if I move or change addresses?

Answer: Any correspondence and renewal notices will be sent to the last known address. It is the responsibility of the licensee to keep the department informed of changes.

Question: What do I need to do to get my license reinstated?

Answer: In order to reinstate your license you will need to complete a reinstatement application, pay the applicable fee and have completed the required number of continuing education hours. See the Reinstatement section on the home page.

Question: What documents are needed to make a name change?

Answer: A photocopy of a marriage certificate, divorce decree, annulment papers, adoption papers, or a court order verifying that a name change has occurred.

Reinstatement

Question: Can I reinstate my license online?

Answer: No. You must submit the reinstatement application via U.S. Mail or Fax/E-Mail. Please note that your application will not be reviewed until the required fee has been paid.

Question: Do I have to take an exam again?

Answer: You do not have to take an exam to have your license reinstated.

Question: If I reinstate now, do I still need to renew my license when it comes up for renewal?

Answer: Yes. You can count any hours you earned during the 24 months immediately prior to the renewal date.


 

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