Board of Nursing

The Hawaii Board of Nursing licenses and regulates registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, advanced practice registered nurses, and nursing assistants statewide, setting examination requirements, scope-of-practice standards, and disciplinary procedures. Noiʻi aku nei ia i complaints involving patient safety or unprofessional conduct and can revoke or restrict nursing licenses. The board also approves nursing education programs operating in Hawaii.

Virtually every Hawaii resident interacts with a nurse when receiving medical care, making this board's licensing and disciplinary oversight directly relevant to patient safety. Patients who experience nursing care concerns can file a complaint with the board through DCCA.