If I have a multistate license from another Compact State, when should I apply for licensure by endorsement in Florida?
When moving (changing primary state of legal residence) to a new NLC state, it is the nurse’s responsibility to apply for licensure by endorsement. This should be completed upon moving and the nurse should not delay. There is no grace … Continue reading
How do I apply for an APRN license if I have a Multi-State Compact RN license in another state?
Any nurse desiring to be certified as an advanced practice registered nurse shall apply to the department and submit proof that he or she holds a current license to practice professional nursing or holds an active multi-state license to practice … Continue reading
Announcement: New Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) Rule
As of January 2, 2024, a new NLC rule is in effect. Nurses relocating to another Compact state now have 60 days from the time they move to apply for a license by endorsement in the new primary state of … Continue reading
Can I put my Multistate license into Military Status?
Compact law requires that a multistate license be Clear, Active. A Clear, Active license will allow the licensee to work in any location in any Compact state. A Military, Active license restricts the licensee to only working on military bases. … Continue reading
Florida is a Member of the Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC)
Access current information about the NLC, including a current map of states which are part of the Compact Continue reading
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) & Registered Nurse (RN) Multistate Upgrade
Difference Between RN/LPN Renewal and RN/LPN Compact Upgrade
Click here for more information regarding the difference between RN/LPN renewal and RN/LPN compact upgrades for 2019 licensure renewals. Continue reading
What does Single-State License mean?
“Single-State license” means a license issued by the Florida Department of Health to practice as a registered nurse (RN) or a licensed practical nurse (LPN) within the state of Florida and which does not include a multi-state licensure privilege to … Continue reading
What does Multi-State License mean?
“Multi-State license” means a license issued by the Florida Department of Health to practice as a registered nurse (RN) or a licensed practical nurse (LPN) in all Nurse Licensure Compact states under a multi-state licensure privilege.
When I renew, will I receive the multi-state license automatically?
The multi-state license application is separate from your renewal and has a one-time application fee of $100. This application can be completed online starting January 19, 2018. Once the application is complete and approved, you will be issued a new … Continue reading
