How Employers Verify Nursing Licenses
How hospitals verify RN licenses: primary source checks via state boards and Nursys, OIG exclusion screening, and NPDB queries, plus what to fix first.
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NCLEX Fee Rises to $350 in 2027
The US NCLEX registration fee goes from $200 to $350 on Feb 1, 2027. Who pays the new price, how the timing works, and what the full exam costs.
Nurse Staffing Ratio Laws by State
Which states mandate nurse-to-patient staffing ratios? Current laws, pending legislation, staffing committee requirements, and how ratios affect care.
Nursing Unions in 2026: What to Know
Pros and cons of nursing unions in 2026. How they affect pay, staffing ratios, job security, and working conditions for RNs across different states.