Licensing Agency

Virginia issues nursing licenses through the Board of Nursing and enforces education clinical training and continuing competence requirements. Employers commonly require state licensure national certification for specialty roles and documented competency for advanced procedures. Advanced practice nurses must hold graduate degrees national certification and state recognition for prescriptive authority.

Continuing Education

Continuing education is required for renewal and often includes modality specific credits and safety training. Nurses participate in employer provided competency assessments and quality assurance programs. Academic centers and professional societies provide structured continuing education and peer review opportunities.

Sources: Virginia Board of Nursing | National Council of State Boards of Nursing