Top 5 Nurse License Renewal Mistakes and How to Avoid Them
Back to BlogFlorida nurses, the clock is ticking! RNs and APRNs must renew their licenses by April 30 — and LPNs must renew by July 31.
At CE Ready, we’ve seen it all — and we want to help you avoid the most common mistakes that delay or block your renewal.
Here’s what to watch out for:
🚫 1. Waiting Until the Last Minute
Procrastination is the #1 reason nurses miss their renewal deadline.
Completing your nursing CEUs online today gives you breathing room to handle any last-minute issues.
🚫 2. Not Completing All Required Courses
In Florida, nurses must complete:
- 24 hours of nursing CE every 2 years
- Florida Laws and Rules (2 hours)
- Recognizing Impairment in the Workplace (2 hours)
- Human Trafficking (2 hours)
- Domestic Violence (2 hours)
- Prevention of Medical Errors (2 hours)
APRNs prescribing controlled substances also need a 3-hour prescribing course.
🚫 3. Using Non-Approved Providers
Make sure your CE provider is approved by the Florida Board of Nursing.
At CE Ready, all of our courses are Florida-approved and fully board-compliant.
🚫 4. Not Keeping Proof of Completion
Always save your certificates after completing your courses!
CE Ready makes this easy — you can download and save certificates instantly after finishing each course.
🚫 5. Misunderstanding Renewal Deadlines
- Florida RNs & APRNs must renew by April 30 or July 31 depending on renewal cycle
- Florida LPNs must renew by July 31
Mark these dates — and complete your CE early to avoid any risks to your license or ability to practice!
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