What is the enhanced Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC)?
In March 2016, the enhanced Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) was enrolled into Florida law. The enhanced NLC will allow Florida’s registered nurses (RN) and licensed practical nurses (LPN) to have one multi-state license with the ability to practice in all … Continue reading
Controlled Substances Formulary Committee
In accordance with HB 423, the Florida Board of Nursing has established a committee to recommend a formulary of controlled substances that an ARNP may or may not prescribe for specific uses or in limited quantities. The Controlled Substances Formulary … Continue reading
Important Legislative Update regarding HB 977
During the 2016 Legislative Session, HB 977 passed and became law on April 14th as Chapter 2016-231, Laws of Florida. The bill expands the behavioral health workforce and recognizes the critical need for psychiatric care throughout the state. The new … Continue reading
Important Legislative Update regarding HB 423
Important Legislative Update for the Medical and Nursing Professions HB 423 became law April 14, 2016 and affects several components within the medical and nursing professions. Not knowing the licensure requirements or grounds for discipline within your profession does not … Continue reading
A New and Improved Search Portal
The Florida Department of Health, Division of Medical Quality Assurance is excited to announce the launch of the new and improved MQA Search Services Portal. Continue reading
CE/CME Quick Report Feature on CE Broker
Learn more about the new quick reporting feature to report all of your CE/CME hours completed with the same approved organization at one time. Continue reading
The New MQA Online Services Portal is Here!
We have updated our MQA Online Services Portal to give you a greater ability to apply for and manage your license from your own user account. Continue reading
What do I need to get started in the new MQA Online Services Portal?
You will need access to a desktop or laptop computer with a compatible web browser (Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox, or Google Chrome) installed, your social security number and date of birth. If you are applying for a license and have … Continue reading
Record CE/CMEs before the deadline and be renewal ready.
The Department encourages you to log in to the tracking system before applying for renewal to ensure your information is complete and accurate. Continue reading
The Florida Board of Nursing announces new leadership
The Florida Board of Nursing announces new leadership. Ann-Lynn Denker, PhD, ARNP, was elected as Chair, and Linda Horton, PhD, EdD, MSN, RN, JD, was re-elected as Vice-Chair, at the Board’s November 21, 2014 conference call. Ann-Lynn Denker, PhD, ARNP … Continue reading
