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Current as of January 01, 2024 | Updated by Findlaw Staff
An applicant for a license to practice as a licensed practical nurse shall submit to the board of nurse registration and nursing education written evidence on forms furnished by the department, verified by oath, that the applicant:
(1) Has completed the preliminary educational requirements prescribed by the board;
(2) Has furnished satisfactory proof that he or she successfully completed the prescribed curriculum in an approved program of practical nursing and holds a diploma or certificate from the program or is a graduate of an approved school of professional nursing or was a student in good standing at an approved school of professional nursing before completing the program of studies and, at the time of withdrawal, had completed a program of study, theory, and clinical practice equivalent to that required for graduation from an approved school of practical nursing; and
(3) Is of good moral character.
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - Rhode Island General Laws Title 5. Businesses and Professions § 5-34-14. Qualifications of practical nurse applicants - last updated January 01, 2024 | https://codes.findlaw.com/ri/title-5-businesses-and-professions/ri-gen-laws-sect-5-34-14/
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