Arkansas Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) CE audits & penalties

What happens if a advanced practice registered nurse misses CE requirements in Arkansas, and how the board checks compliance — sourced from the official board.

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Practicing advanced practice nursing on a lapsed license makes one an 'illegal practitioner' subject to Nurse Practice Act penalties (ASBN rules). Late renewal requires the renewal fee plus a $100 late renewal penalty (17 CAR 120-506).Verify with board

How compliance is checked

ASBN conducts random CE audits; a CE Late Fee of $50 per contact hour applies for CE deficiencies. Current national certification must be maintained for APRN renewal.

Official source: Arkansas State Board of Nursing — ASBN Fees

⚠️Don't learn this the hard way. Penalties are set by the board and can change — verify against the official source before relying on this summary.

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