Are all nursing education programs required to submit an Annual Report for Programs in Nursing?
No, ACEN/CCNE accredited programs are exempt from this annual requirement. Section 464. 019(3), Florida Statutes, states, in part: … by November 1 of each year, each approved program shall submit to the board an annual report comprised of an affidavit … Continue reading
How do I transfer my RN, LPN, or CNA license to Florida?
Please access the Licensing tab on our website and choose the Endorsement option for your licensure type. https://floridasnursing.gov/licensing/
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
Gov. Scott Appoints Six to Board of Nursing
On October 27, 2017, in Recent Appointments, by Staff TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – Today, Governor Rick Scott announced the reappointment of three and the appointment of three to the Board of Nursing. Kathryn Whitson, 53, of Jacksonville, is a nursing education … Continue reading
Nursing Education Consultant Opportunity
The Education Unit at the Florida Board of Nursing is seeking a qualified registered nurse to join their team as a Nursing Education Consultant. If you are interested in this position, please click on the link below: https://jobs.myflorida.com/viewjob.html?optlink-view=view-867883&ERFormID=newjoblist&ERFormCode=any Please note … Continue reading
What can I do to determine if a nursing task which includes procedures/treatments is within my scope of practice?
Nurses have the option of filing a “Petition for Declaratory Statement”. In many instances nursing duties and responsibilities are not specifically addressed in the Florida Nurse Practice Act (Chapter 464, FS), or the Rules of the Florida Board of Nursing … Continue reading
Chapter 2014-92, Laws of Florida, became effective on July 1, 2014
Several areas impact the Board of Nursing. You will find a summary of the changes below and can view the actual bill language at http://laws.flrules.org/2014/92. Continue reading
Governor Rick Scott Appoints Three to Board of Nursing
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – Governor Rick Scott announced three appointments to the Board of Nursing. Diana Forst, 53, of Palm City, is a registered nurse with Martin County Health Systems. She fills a vacant seat and is appointed for a term … Continue reading
What is the significance of nursing education program NCLEX passage rates and the NCLEX National Average passage rate?
The NCLEX or National Council Licensure Examination is the national licensing examination for practical and registered nurses. Quarterly and cumulative passage rates for first time test takers are calculated and published by a contracted testing service and are made available … Continue reading
Board of Nursing Staff Visit to Orlando
Joe Baker, Jr., FBON Executive Director, and Sherri Sutton-Johnson, FBON Director of Nursing Education, recently visited the Investigative Services Unit (ISU) – Orlando office. ISU investigates complaints against health care practitioners. Joe & Sherri were able to discuss the caseload … Continue reading
