Registered Nurse License Requirements
Registered Nurses (RNs) provide and coordinate patient care, educate patients about health conditions, and provide advice and emotional support.
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
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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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As an RN, you can pursue advanced practice roles like Nurse Practitioner, Certified Nurse Midwife, Nurse Anesthetist, or Clinical Nurse Specialist with additional education.