New Jersey Nursing (LPN) CE audits & penalties

What happens if a licensed practical nurse misses CE requirements in New Jersey, and how the board checks compliance — sourced from the official board.

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A license not renewed within 30 days after expiration is administratively suspended; practicing while suspended is deemed unlicensed practice. Reinstatement requires renewal materials, employment certification, fees, and proof of prior CE compliance; after more than five years of suspension, the licensee must reapply and complete a 30-hour refresher course.Verify with board

How compliance is checked

No audit process appears in the available data. Keep your certificates regardless — boards can request proof of completion at renewal or during an investigation.

Official source: New Jersey Board of Nursing — N.J.A.C. 13:37-5.2 rule adoption (official)

⚠️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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