Colorado Nursing (RN) CE audits & penalties

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

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A 60-day grace period follows the expiration date; a license not renewed within it becomes expired, and the nurse must apply for reinstatement and may not practice until reinstated.Verify with board

How compliance is checked

Colorado does not mandate CE hours for standard RN renewal; continued-competency requirements apply if the license has been inactive.

Official source: Colorado Board of Nursing (DORA)

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