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Rhode Island Nursing License and Renewals: What You Need to Know

Interested in getting your Rhode Island nursing license? The Ocean State offers beauty, relaxation and that unique New England charm. Let us help you get there.


Things to know about applying for your Rhode Island nursing license:

  • Rhode Island is a Compact State
  • Tem license good for 90 days and issued only once
  • Temp license takes 4 weeks
  • Perm license takes 8 weeks
  • Licesnses expire March 1 every two years following the date of issuance of original license
  • NURSYS participating

Documents needed for getting your Rhode Island nursing license:

  • Completed application
  • Transcripts
  • Copy of a currnet and active out of state license for temp
  • Verification from all states of licensure

Processing fees to be aware of:

  • $135 for temp and permanent licenses application fee
  • $135 for renewal

Rhode Island Board of Nursing and Nursing EducationHealth Department Building, 3 Capital Hill, Rm 105

Call: (401) 222-5700

Web: http://health.ri.gov/licenses/detail.php?id=231