What statute talks about the Nurse Licensure Compact?
The Nurse Practice Act, Section 464.0095, FS, talks about the requirements specific to the Nurse Licensure Compact. Please visit Chapter 464, Part I: Nurse Practice Act to see the statute.
What is the enhanced Nurse Licensure Compact?
Florida is a member of the enhanced Nurse Licensure Compact (eNLC). The eNLC allows a registered nurse or licensed practical nurse licensed in a Compact state to practice across state lines in another Compact state without having to obtain a … Continue reading
What is the Nurse Licensure Compact?
Removing barriers to cross-border practice, the Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) is an interstate agreement allowing a nurse to have one license and the privilege to practice in other compact states. Implemented in 2000, the NLC fosters public protection and access … Continue reading
Are current NLC states the same as the eNLC states?
The states that are part of the eNLC are not exactly the same as the original NLC. If you have an eNLC multistate license, you can only practice in those designated eNLC states. You will need a single state license … Continue reading
What if I move to another state?
Moving between 2 party states- obtain license from the new home state; license from the former home state is no longer valid. Moving from a nonparty state to a party state- obtain license from the new home state; license 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
Enhanced Nurse Licensure Compact
Enhanced Nurse Licensure Compact (eNLC) Approved by 26th State – Implementation Efforts Underway Towards a “Go Live” Date in Early 2018. Continue reading
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
How do I apply for the Multistate Upgrade?
In order to have multistate privileges in the compact, log into your MQA account and select “Multi-State Registered Nurse Application” from the drop-down menu under “Manage My License”. The application requires a $100.00 fee and updated Livescan results to be … Continue reading
Questions about Your License Deactivation?
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
