Rhode Island
Registered Nurse CE & renewal requirements in Rhode Island (2026)
10 contact hours per renewal, on a 24-month renewal cycle with Rhode Island Board of Nursing Registration and Nursing Education.
Renewal cycle
Every 24 months
Biennial; licenses expire March 1 every two years
Continuing education
10 contact hours per renewal
10 CE hours per 2-year cycle, 2 of which must be substance abuse; plus a one-time (per career) 1-hour Alzheimer's disease course
- Substance abuse (2 hrs per cycle)
- Alzheimer's disease (1 hr, one-time)
Source: Rhode Island Board of Nursing Registration and Nursing Education · Verified July 5, 2026
Rules change — always confirm current requirements with your board before relying on this page. Visit Rhode Island Board of Nursing Registration and Nursing Education
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- How often do registered nurses renew their license in Rhode Island?
- Biennial; licenses expire March 1 every two years
- How many contact hours do I need in Rhode Island?
- 10 contact hours per renewal. 10 CE hours per 2-year cycle, 2 of which must be substance abuse; plus a one-time (per career) 1-hour Alzheimer's disease course
- Where do I renew my Registered Nurse license in Rhode Island?
- Through Rhode Island Board of Nursing Registration and Nursing Education. We verified these details on 2026-07-05 — always confirm with the board before your deadline.
- Is this page official?
- No — Credlark is an independent organizational tool, not the licensing board. This page cites its source and check date; use it to plan, then confirm with your board.