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NLC Update

Published July 1, 2019 |

The Nurse Licensure Compact is implemented and operational as of 7/1 in Kansas and Louisiana! RNs & LPNs who hold multistate licenses from NLC states can now practice in these two new jurisdictions. Additional Resources: Learn More about the NLC … Continue reading →

New Legislation Impacting Your Profession

Published May 16, 2019 |

Click here to view a full list of bill summaries from the 2019 Florida Legislative Session that may impact your profession. 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 →

Florida Center for Nursing (FCN) Nurse Supply Findings Published

Published June 19, 2018 |

Nurse Supply Findings Published The Center conducts an analysis of Licensed Practical Nurses, Registered Nurses, and Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioners every two years to get a picture of Florida’s nurse supply -including the numbers of nurses, demographics, education, employment status, … Continue reading →

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 Two New Board Members

Published February 14, 2018 |

Gov. Scott Announces Appointments to Board of Nursing TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – Today, Governor Rick Scott announced the following appointments. Board of Nursing Dr. Julie Talmadge, 58, of Gotha, is a nurse practitioner with Florida Hospital Orlando. She fills a vacant … Continue reading →

The eNLC Was Implemented on January 19, 2018

Published January 19, 2018 |

Please click here for additional information regarding the eNLC implementation and future updates about the enhanced Nurse Licensure Compact Continue reading →

Nurse Practitioner Week in Florida – November 12-18, 2017

Published November 13, 2017 |

RICK SCOTT GOVERNOR NURSE PRACTITIONER WEEK IN FLORIDA WHEREAS, nurse practitioners in Florida (NPs) are referred to as Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioners (ARNPs) who have advanced clinical education and training, building upon their initial registered nurse preparation; and WHEREAS, there … Continue reading →

Expedited Licensure Options for Evacuees from Puerto Rico

Published October 25, 2017 |

The Boards of Medicine, Osteopathic Medicine, & Nursing have important updates for applicants from Puerto Rico who are seeking expedited licensure and work authorization in Florida. Continue reading →

What does the eNLC mean for employers?

Once the eNLC is effective, your nurses will now be able to practice (in person or by telehealth) in other eNLC states with just one license obtained in their state of residence. Faculty and military spouses will just need one … Continue reading →