Nebraska Respiratory Therapist Licensing Guide

Nebraska Respiratory Therapist License Overview

We have not found an interstate compact that covers Respiratory Therapists in Nebraska. Plan on meeting Nebraska's own requirements before you practice there.

How to Get a Nebraska Respiratory Therapist License by Endorsement

How Respiratory Therapists already licensed in another state apply in Nebraska: Paper application by mail (PDF form, mailed with check/money order to Licensure Unit, P.O. Box 94986, Lincoln, NE 68509). You'll need to submit your completed application along with supporting documents and the $118 application fee.

1. Mail the completed, signed application with the fee (check or money order) to the Licensure Unit, P.O. Box 94986, Lincoln, NE 68509
2. Request license verification from each other state where you hold or have held a license (do not send a copy of your license) (can run concurrently)
3. Include your citizenship or lawful presence document, education documents, conviction records (if you have convictions) and license certifications (if licensed in another state) (can run concurrently)
4. Await board review and license issuance

License verification is handled through a verification from each state where you hold or have held a license (the office uses that state's online lookup when it has all the required information; otherwise that state sends a Certification of Credential). Request verification early so your application is not delayed.

Confirm the current fingerprinting and background check steps with the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services. Where fingerprinting applies, submit your authorization as early as possible.

Check the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services website for status updates on your application.

Nebraska Respiratory Therapist License Fees

Renewal: from our records; confirm with the board.

Travelers should factor these licensing costs into their assignment budgeting.

Nebraska Temporary Respiratory Therapist License

We have not found a temporary license option on the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services' site. Confirm with the board before planning a start date.

Nebraska Respiratory Therapist License Processing Time

Nebraska Respiratory Therapist endorsement applications typically take 3-6 weeks to process.

In the best-case scenario, processing can be as fast as 3 weeks.

Common sources of delay:

• If your application is missing information, the office emails you a list, and you have 90 days to complete it before it is closed and a new application is required
• Out-of-state verification through NBRC or direct state board contact can add 1-2 weeks if the source state is slow to respond
• Incomplete or unclear continuing education documentation for applicants renewing concurrent with licensure can trigger requests for clarification, adding 1-2 weeks

We have not found an expedited processing option on the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services' site. The best way to minimize your wait time is to ensure all application components — fingerprints, verification, and any required exams — are completed before or immediately after submitting your application.

Nebraska Respiratory Therapist Continuing Education

Nebraska requires 20 contact hours of continuing education every 2 years for Respiratory Therapist license renewal.

Nebraska Respiratory Therapist License Renewal

• Renewal cycle: Every 2 years — $118 via Nebraska License Renewal portal
• Renewal timing: Prior to June 1st of even-numbered years.

Nebraska Licensing Board and Resources

Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services

Board Website · Application Portal · License Verification

Phone: (402) 471-2299

Email: [email protected]