Rhode Island Nursing (LPN) CE audits & penalties

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

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Practicing while a license is lapsed makes the person an illegal practitioner subject to statutory penalties.Verify with board

How compliance is checked

CE attestation at renewal; random audits; retain records for four years; failure to produce documentation is grounds for discipline.

Official source: Rhode Island Department of Health — nursing regulations (official)

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