Rhode Island

Welcome to the Ocean state!


Each state needs a competent medical workforce to meet the needs of it’s citizens. However, the requirements for some health care professions are not the same in each state. That is why it is important to find out what is required of you as a future or current registered nurse before moving across state lines. Contact information is located at the bottom of this page.

Endorsements

Rhode Island is a compact state. If you are moving to Rhode Island or claiming it as your primary state of residence, you will need to apply for application by endorsement in order to use your license in Rhode Island. General instructions are listed below.

Licenses are renewed every two years. To do it online click here.

This state requires nurses to hold current ACLS certification.

Continuing Competency

The American Nurses Credentialing Center or one of it’s local offices must approve, present, or accept any continuing education credit. You will not have to submit proof of continuing education at the time of renewal; but, you should keep any documentation for four years in the case of an audit.

You must complete ten contact hours of continuing education in the two years preceding renewal. Click here for more information. Starting in 2017 two of your CEs must be about substance abuse.

Contact Information

Rhode Island Nursing Licensing web address

Location

105 Cannon Building, Three Capitol Hill Providence, RI 02908

Mailing Address

105 Cannon Building, Three Capitol Hill Providence, RI 02908

Phone: 401.222.5700

Fax: 401.222.3352


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