What does Single-State License mean?
“Single-State license” means a license issued by the Florida Department of Health to practice as a registered nurse (RN) or a licensed practical nurse (LPN) within the state of Florida and which does not include a multi-state licensure privilege to … Continue reading
What does Multi-State License mean?
“Multi-State license” means a license issued by the Florida Department of Health to practice as a registered nurse (RN) or a licensed practical nurse (LPN) in all Nurse Licensure Compact states under a multi-state licensure privilege.
Which professions are eligible to obtain a multi-state license under the eNLC?
The eNLC is only for RN and LPN licenses.
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
Learn about e-Notify – an NCSBN nurse licensure notification system
Are you looking for a quick, easy, secure and FREE way to keep on top of nursing licensure statuses? Receive automated license and discipline notifications of your enrolled RNs, LPNs, and Advanced Practice nurses from participating boards of nursing. Whether … Continue reading
Board Mourns Tragedy in Orlando, Gives Thanks to Health Care Responders
As we mourn the tragic events that occurred in Orlando over the weekend, the Division of Medical Quality Assurance joins friends and colleagues in Central Florida and across the state to thank the dedicated health care professionals who have so … Continue reading
Attention RNs and ARNPs: Are You Renewal Ready?
If you have questions regarding your license renewal, creating a continuing education (CE) account in the tracking system or CE requirements for nurses this webinar is for you. You are invited to participate in a free informative webinar hosted by … Continue reading
Updated Standards for Protocols: Physicians and ARNPs
An Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner (ARNP) is any person licensed in this state to practice Professional Nursing and certified in specialized nursing practices, including… Continue reading
Does the Florida Board of Nursing maintain of list of approved APRN programs?
The Florida Board of Nursing does not complete a primary source verification of education for all of its Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN). We do not maintain a list of “approved” APRN programs. Florida APRN applicants are required to hold … Continue reading
