Nevada Respiratory Therapist License
Who to call, where to apply and what it takes to keep a Nevada RT license, all on one page for travelers. Board details come from our state licensing list.
Nevada license at a glance
Nevada respiratory therapists are licensed by the Nevada State Board of Medical Examiners (phone 775-324-9356).
RT license renewal in Nevada: 20 hours, every 2 years.
Not in the Nurse Licensure Compact: you need a Nevada license to work here, even with a multistate license.
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Updated Oct 2026. Board details checked Oct 19, 2026. Run by a working travel respiratory therapist.
Nevada RT licensing board
Nevada RT CEU requirements
20 hours, every 2 years.
Required topics:
- 2 hrs medical ethics
At least 12 hours must be directly related to respiratory care. Prorated (15/10/5) for newer licensees. Current NBRC credential also required.
Source: Nevada State Board of Medical Examiners: RT CE requirements 2025–2027 (PDF), checked Oct 19, 2026.
Need hours? See the free CEU guide or compare states on the CEU requirements page.
Also a nurse? Nevada Board of Nursing
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Always confirm fees, forms and processing times with the board before you apply. Rules change; tell us what we got wrong at @cdc2320.
Frequently asked questions
- Who licenses respiratory therapists in Nevada?
- Nevada respiratory therapists are licensed by the Nevada State Board of Medical Examiners (phone 775-324-9356). Board website: https://medboard.nv.gov/Licensees/Apply_for_Licensure/
- How many CEUs does a Nevada RT license need?
- RT license renewal in Nevada: 20 hours, every 2 years. Always confirm with the board before you renew.
- Is Nevada a Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) state?
- Not in the Nurse Licensure Compact: you need a Nevada license to work here, even with a multistate license.
Updated Oct 2026