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Do I need to have a Florida RN license in order to apply for an APRN license?

No, it does not have to be a Florida RN license. Any nurse desiring to be licensed as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse must apply to the department and submit proof that he or she holds a current license registered … Continue reading →

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 →

NLC Memo to Employers

This memo informs employers about the requirements of the Nurse Licensure Compact.

Questions about Your License Deactivation?

Published January 15, 2019 |

Some RN/LPN licenses are being deactivated as part of the ongoing implementation of the Nurse Licensure Compact. Click here for info about this process & why it’s happening. Continue reading →

Difference Between RN/LPN Renewal and RN/LPN Compact Upgrade

Published January 14, 2019 |

Click here for more information regarding the difference between RN/LPN renewal and RN/LPN compact upgrades for 2019 licensure renewals. Continue reading →

Deactivation

Florida became part of the NLC on January 19, 2018. Compact rules do not allow a license to be maintained or renewed if the nurse has a license in another party state that allows them to practice in Florida. What … Continue reading →

Advanced Practice Licensure Change

Published October 4, 2018 |

Effective October 1, 2018: Chapter 2018-106, Laws of Florida, changes Advanced Practice licensure. Click here for more information. Continue reading →

What qualifications must I have completed to qualify as an APRN?

Effective July 1, 2006, all specialties of Advanced Practice Registered Nurse applying for licensure in Florida must provide proof of National Certification.

I graduated from a nursing program outside of the United States. How do I qualify for multistate licensure?

In order to qualify for multistate licensure, any applicant who is internationally educated or from a non-NCSBN jurisdiction will need to complete an English competency exam and have their education evaluated in addition to the other requirements for licensure. Please … Continue reading →

New Legislation Impacting Your Profession

Published March 30, 2018 |

Click here to view a full list of bill summaries from the 2018 Florida Legislative Session that may impact your profession. Continue reading →