Practical and Registered Nurse Education Program
Can I use hours I have earned in another state?
Yes. Continuing education (CE) courses approved by a state or national nursing organization empowered to accredit CE standards can be used, pursuant to Rule 64B9-5.004, F.A.C., unless the offering falls into the mandatory CE category. All mandatory courses must be … Continue reading
How many contact hours do I need for a full biennium?
All Florida-licensed LPNs, RNs, and APRNs are now in a 24-month renewal cycle and must complete 24 hours of appropriate continuing education during each renewal period. The 24 hours must include two (2) hours on Prevention of Medical Errors, two … Continue reading
Where does the nurse need to send a protocol?
Effective June 23, 2017, under HB453, in accordance with 464.012 and 458.348 Florida Statutes under Chapter 456, the Board of Nursing will no longer be required to receive, review, or maintain Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner protocols. 464.012(3), F.S. An advanced … Continue reading
Where can I find the application for APRN?
You can apply by using our online services portal at https://mqa-vo.doh.state.fl.us/datamart/voservicesportal or you may find a PDF version of the application on the Resources page.
If I do not have an active license in another state, do I qualify for licensure by endorsement?
Have you ever taken the NCLEX or State Board Test Pool Exam? If you have, you may qualify for endorsement. Please review the Qualifications for endorsement or more information.
Registered Nurse (RN)
Background Screening
Effective January 1, 2013, applicants for initial licensure must use a LiveScan service provider to submit a set of fingerprints to FDLE … Continue reading
What should I do if I fail the exam?
Reapply by submitting a re-examination application, with a retake fee. You will also have to reapply with Pearson VUE (the testing vendor) and pay a non-refundable fee of $200.00. You can find more information at: https://floridasnursing.gov/applications/LPN-RN-re-exam-app.pdf
Is there a limit on how many times I can take the NCLEX?
Yes. After three failures of the same level of examination (RN or LPN), regardless of jurisdiction, the applicant must successfully complete a Florida Board of Nursing approved remedial course. The course includes classroom and clinical components and proof of completion … Continue reading
