Rhode Island Nurse Practitioner License Requirements
Complete guide to becoming a Nurse Practitioner in Rhode Island
Full practice authority without physician oversight
Prescriptive Authority: Full independent authority
1 Education Requirements
Degree Required
Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) or Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP)
Program Requirements
- Complete accredited Nurse Practitioner program
- Hold active RN license in the state
- Clinical hours as specified by program
2 National Certification
Certification Body
ANCC or AANPCB
Required
Yes
American Nurses Credentialing Center or American Academy of Nurse Practitioners Certification Board
3 Background Check
4 Fees
Initial Licensure
| Application Fee | $135 |
| Total | $135 |
CNMs regulated separately by Advisory Committee on Midwifery
Renewal
| Renewal Fee (every 2 years) | $135 |
Continuing Education Requirements
2 substance abuse; 1 hr Alzheimer's one-time
Prerequisites
To become a Nurse Practitioner in Rhode Island, you must first hold an active RN license. Rhode Island is a member of the Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC), so you may hold a multistate RN license.
State Board of Nursing
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NLC Compact Member
Rhode Island is a member of the Nurse Licensure Compact for RN/LPN licenses.
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Based on 1 official sources • Last verified: January 2026