Rhode Island RN (Registered Nurse) CE Requirements
What Rhode Island requires to renew your Registered Nurse license, with links to the official source.
Hours required
10
Renewal cycle
Every 2 years
Deadline
March 1 statewide
Requirements
- Substance Abuse — 2 hours
- General CE — 8 hours
Important Information
Registered nurses in Rhode Island need to complete a total of ten hours of continuing education every two years, two hours of which are in Substance Abuse, and the rest can be general CE of your choosing.
Renewal periods in Rhode Island run two years and end on March 1 for every licensee. Complete all required hours before that date.
Official Source
Requirements often change — always consult the official website to confirm your requirements.
- Source: rules.sos.ri.gov
- Source: Nurses | Department of Health (health.ri.gov)
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