Texas Nursing (RN) CE audits & penalties

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

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An RN who practices after license expiration is an illegal practitioner whose license may be revoked or suspended. A license expired 90 days or less renews at the renewal fee plus half the examination fee; more than 90 days but under one year costs all unpaid renewal fees plus the full examination fee (Nursing Practice Act §301.301).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: Texas Nursing Practice Act §301.301 (official BON text)

⚠️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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