WEBVTT Kind: captions Language: en 00:00:01.680 --> 00:00:06.356 The Nurse Licensure Compact and what new nurse graduates need to know. 00:00:08.818 --> 00:00:14.904 The Nurse Licensure Compact or NLC is an interstate agreement that allows RNs and LPNs 00:00:14.904 --> 00:00:19.344 to practice in all compact states with one multi-state license. 00:00:19.344 --> 00:00:23.661 This practice may be either in person or via telehealth. 00:00:23.661 --> 00:00:25.979 It works a lot like a driver's license 00:00:25.979 --> 00:00:30.960 you can cross state lines knowing you have the authority to practice 00:00:30.960 --> 00:00:35.450 allowing you to easily provide care in compact States across the country 00:00:35.450 --> 00:00:39.383 just as you must follow the rules of the road in each state, 00:00:39.383 --> 00:00:43.974 you must adhere to the nurse Practice Act of each state where you provide care. 00:00:43.974 --> 00:00:48.255 It's important to note the state you are considered practicing in 00:00:48.255 --> 00:00:52.678 is based on where the patient is located at the time care is delivered. 00:00:52.678 --> 00:00:59.920 So, if your patient is located in a non-compact state, you will still need a single state license there. 00:01:02.960 --> 00:01:08.880 Since most U.S. jurisdictions are now members of the NLC, having a multi-state license means 00:01:08.880 --> 00:01:15.291 you can save money on fees, work in more places, easily provide care through telehealth, 00:01:15.291 --> 00:01:21.551 become a travel nurse, aid in disaster response and help underserved communities. 00:01:21.551 --> 00:01:26.833 Your one Multistate license is issued from your primary state of residence. 00:01:26.833 --> 00:01:30.118 This is the state where you have your driver's license, 00:01:30.118 --> 00:01:34.121 are registered to vote or declare your federal taxes. 00:01:34.121 --> 00:01:37.766 You can only have one primary state of residence at a time. 00:01:37.766 --> 00:01:45.759 If you change to another NLC State, you must apply for a license from the new state within 60 days of moving. 00:01:45.759 --> 00:01:52.256 If you change to a state that is not part of the NLC, you will need to obtain a license in that jurisdiction 00:01:52.256 --> 00:01:54.110 before you practice there. 00:01:54.820 --> 00:02:00.362 To see the NLC States, please review the map at nursecompact.com. 00:02:03.640 --> 00:02:10.570 To be eligible for a multi-state license your primary state of residents must be part of the NLC. 00:02:10.837 --> 00:02:17.080 You must meet 11uniform licensure requirements, which are outlined in the license application, 00:02:17.080 --> 00:02:21.312 including being a licensed nurse having passed the NCLEX. 00:02:22.346 --> 00:02:24.581 Speaking of the NCLEX you can only 00:02:24.600 --> 00:02:27.768 apply for licensure by exam in one state. 00:02:27.768 --> 00:02:33.583 Since the NCLEX is a national exam, you can take it anywhere Pearson VUE offers the exam 00:02:33.583 --> 00:02:37.513 Even if that state or territory isn't part of the NLC. 00:02:37.513 --> 00:02:43.229 And you do not have to retake the NCLEX to receive a multi-state license or if you move. 00:02:44.030 --> 00:02:47.894 if your current primary state of residence is a compact state, 00:02:47.894 --> 00:02:50.501 you may be eligible for a multi-state license. 00:02:50.909 --> 00:02:54.858 To apply, you'll complete the licensure by examination application 00:02:54.858 --> 00:02:57.636 found on your state board of nursing's website. 00:02:57.636 --> 00:03:01.472 Fees and processing time will vary depending on the state. 00:03:01.472 --> 00:03:07.577 if you plan to have your home in a compact state, consider applying for licensure by examination 00:03:07.577 --> 00:03:09.875 in that state to save time and money. 00:03:09.875 --> 00:03:13.673 You are not required to apply for your initial license in 00:03:13.653 --> 00:03:19.458 the state where your nursing education program is located unless you plan to live and work there. 00:03:23.595 --> 00:03:26.912 If you're still not sure where you should apply for licensure, 00:03:26.912 --> 00:03:30.826 the NCSBN Licensure Guidance Tool is a great resource 00:03:30.826 --> 00:03:34.646 that can be found at ncsbn.org. 00:03:34.646 --> 00:03:40.173 Once you have your multi-state license, it's helpful to visit nursys.com 00:03:40.173 --> 00:03:46.313 and sign up for enotify to receive free licensure renewal and Status notification emails 00:03:46.313 --> 00:03:51.016 nursys is the only National Database for secure nurse license information 00:03:51.016 --> 00:03:54.286 that comes directly from Boards of Nursing 00:03:54.341 --> 00:03:58.177 and where you can find your NCSBN ID. 00:03:58.177 --> 00:04:04.280 Your NCSBN ID is a unique nurse identifier a number that is unique to you 00:04:04.280 --> 00:04:09.480 like your social security number. It can be used quickly and easily to identify you throughout 00:04:09.480 --> 00:04:13.375 your career while protecting your personal private information. 00:04:13.375 --> 00:04:17.299 Every nurse should know their NCSBN ID. 00:04:17.299 --> 00:04:21.841 A multi-state license can be vital for your nursing career. 00:04:21.841 --> 00:04:28.813 If your primary state of residence is not a member of the NLC, visit nursecompact.com to ask your 00:04:28.840 --> 00:04:31.849 legislators to bring the compact to your state. 00:04:31.849 --> 00:04:37.620 And if you still have questions on the NLC, you can find additional resources there. 00:04:37.620 --> 00:04:42.490 We hope you now have a better understanding of the Nurse Licensure Compact.