State Licensure & Compact Rules

California Nursing License Requirements: A Step-by-Step Guide

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This guide walks you through California nursing licensure from initial training to specialty certification and renewal. Learn which board to apply to, step-by-step application and NCLEX procedures, options for out-of-state or internationally educated nurses, exam-prep strategies, and how to advance…

Nursing License Lookup: How to Verify Credentials in All 50 States

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Verifying nursing licenses protects patients, employers, and nurses by confirming credentials, exam history, and disciplinary status. This guide explains how to perform accurate license lookups across all 50 states, compares national systems and state board tools, and shows practical steps…

Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) Map 2025: Current States List

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The Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) reshapes mobility for U.S. nurses in 2025. This guide explains the current NLC states map, shows how to get a multistate license, and connects licensure details to LPN, RN and specialty certification paths. You’ll also…

Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) Map 2026: Which States Are Included?

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The Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) affects where U.S. nurses can legally practice under a multistate license. This SEO guide explains the NLC map for 2026, how to verify which states participate, and how compact membership shapes LPN, RN and specialty…