Maine nursing board and license resources
Official links for nurses licensed in Maine, whether you're facing a complaint, on probation, or just renewing.
Good to know: Maine uses the Medical Professionals Health Program (MPHP), part of the Maine Medical Association, to monitor health professionals with substance use or mental health issues; the Board of Nursing can require participation. The Board of Pharmacy is part of the Department of Professional and Financial Regulation, separate from the Board of Nursing.
Board of nursing
Licenses nurses in Maine, investigates complaints, and issues board orders.
Maine State Board of NursingLicense portal login
Log in to renew your license, update your address, or check your license online.
Maine Online Licensing (Board of Nursing renewal)Board of pharmacy
Oversees prescribing and controlled substances. Relevant if your case involves medications or you hold prescriptive authority.
Maine Board of Pharmacy (Office of Professional and Occupational Regulation)State nurses association
A professional organization for nurses, not the board. Members get resources, advocacy and support.
American Nurses Association-Maine (ANA-Maine)
Links checked October 2026. Boards change their websites from time to time. If a link doesn't work, let us know and we'll fix it.
This page is general information, not legal advice. For your situation, talk with a nursing license defense attorney licensed in your state.
Facing a complaint or probation in Maine?
Start with these free guides, then come talk with nurses who've been there.
Got a Letter From the Nursing Board? What to Do FirstReceived a complaint or investigation letter from your state board of nursing? Here's what to do in the first days, what to avoid, and how to protect your license.8 min read 
What Nursing Probation Actually Looks Like (and How to Get Through It)A clear look at common nursing probation terms: drug screens, supervised practice, employer reports, narcotics restrictions and more, plus tips for completing probation successfully.9 min read 
Can You Get a Nursing Job While on Probation? Yes. Here's How.Finding a nursing job with a probationary or restricted license is hard but possible. Learn which settings hire nurses on probation, how to disclose, and where to look.6 min read 
Do You Need a Nursing License Defense Attorney?When should a nurse hire a license defense attorney for a board complaint or investigation? What they do, what it costs, and how to choose the right one.6 min read