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Attention: Nurses Who Wish to Help in Hurricane Efforts

Hurricanes Helene and Milton have wreaked devastating havoc across several states and there are communities in need. Nurses looking to help can find resources here.

Posted 11/08/2024

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Interstate Commission of Nurse Licensure Compact Administrators Elects 2025 Executive Committee

The Interstate Commission of Nurse Licensure Compact Administrators (ICNLCA), the governing body of the Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC), announces new members of its Executive Committee, elected Oct. 1, 2024 to two-year terms.

Posted 10/01/2024

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NCSBN Award Ceremony Honors Outstanding Nurse Regulators

NCSBN recognized its dedicated and exceptional membership and guests at its annual awards ceremony during the NCSBN Annual Meeting and Delegate Assembly, held in Chicago, Aug. 28-30, 2024.

Posted 09/10/2024