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Kentucky Nursing (RN) CE audits & penalties

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

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There is no grace period; a license not renewed by midnight EDT on October 31 lapses and the nurse may not practice until reinstated. Reinstatement requires a $135 application fee, meeting continuing-competency requirements, and (if lapsed 1 year or more) passing the jurisprudence exam with a score of 80% or higher.Verify with board

How compliance is checked

The board conducts random CE audits; retain CE records.

Official source: Kentucky Board of Nursing

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