How do I transfer my RN, LPN, or CNA license to Florida?
Please access the Licensing tab on our website and choose the Endorsement option for your licensure type. https://floridasnursing.gov/licensing/
How can I find out which nursing education programs in Florida are LPN-RN bridge programs?
The Florida Board of Nursing does not regulate admission criteria for nursing programs. Please contact the nursing program directly for information on advanced placement opportunities
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
Florida Board of Nursing Elects Officers for 2020
At its December 6, 2019, meeting in Howey-in-the-Hills, the members of the Board of Nursing elected the following leadership officials for the upcoming 2020 calendar year: Chair: Deborah McKeen, CD-LPN (Greenwood) Vice Chair: Diana Forst, BA, RN (Palm City) The … 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
Florida Center for Nursing (FCN) Nurse Supply Findings Published
Nurse Supply Findings Published The Center conducts an analysis of Licensed Practical Nurses, Registered Nurses, and Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioners every two years to get a picture of Florida’s nurse supply -including the numbers of nurses, demographics, education, employment status, … Continue reading
What if I was licensed in Florida before Florida joined the eNLC?
Florida RNs and LPNs will be able to start applying on January 19th to convert to a multi-state license and must meet the following requirements. Have a current, Clear, Active license Graduated from a qualifying education program (or graduated from … Continue reading
When will Florida begin issuing multi-state licenses?
Beginning January 19, 2018, Florida will issue a multi-state license to new applicants if all requirements for compact licensure are met. Existing Florida RNs and LPNs will have the option to apply to convert their current licenses to multi-state licenses … Continue reading
Chapter 2014-92, Laws of Florida, became effective on July 1, 2014
Several areas impact the Board of Nursing. You will find a summary of the changes below and can view the actual bill language at http://laws.flrules.org/2014/92. Continue reading
