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Wisconsin Nursing (RN) CE audits & penalties

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

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No person may practice professional nursing without a license; violations can be fined up to $250 or punished by up to one year in county jail (Wis. Stat. ch. 441). Renewal within five years requires the renewal fee plus any applicable late fee; after five years additional requirements apply (Admin. Code N 2.21).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: Wis. Stat. ch. 441 (via docs.legis.wi.gov)

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