Registered Nurse Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC)

Registered Nurse License Requirements

Registered Nurses (RNs) provide and coordinate patient care, educate patients about health conditions, and provide advice and emotional support.

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About Registered Nurse Licensing

Registered Nurses (RNs) provide and coordinate patient care, educate patients about health conditions, and provide advice and emotional support.

To become a Registered Nurse, you must complete an approved nursing education program, pass the NCLEX-RN examination, and meet your state's specific licensing requirements.

Licensing Examination

NCLEX-RN

Administered by Pearson VUE

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Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC)

The Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) allows qualified nurses to practice in multiple member states with a single multistate license, making it easier to work across state lines.

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