You’ll need to renew your certification every five years to maintain your credential. To be eligible for renewal, you’ll need to meet these requirements: 1) Have a current, unrestricted RN license. 2) Complete 1000 hours of qualifying nursing experience within the certification period. 3) Complete at least 60 points of credit within the certification period. If you meet these requirements, you’ll complete your renewal online through your ARN account. Here, you’ll verify that you’ve completed your points of credit. You can start your renewal up to six months before your expiration date. You’ll pay less in renewal fees the earlier you begin the process, so you can save money by renewing as soon as you can.