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  • 2018CNOFactsheetFINAL.pdf

    Site: nursecompact.com

    Employers can also view an individualized authorization to practice map which displays the states where a nurse can legally practice. It is recommended that a facility’s employed nurses are registered in e-Notify at www.nursys.com so that the facility will receive automatic updates when a nurse is disciplined or has a license status change for any license the nurse holds.

  • NLC_Final_050415.pdf

    Site: nursecompact.com

    “Multistate license” means a license to practice as a registered or a licensed practical/vocational nurse (LPN/VN) issued by a home state licensing board that authorizes the licensed nurse to practice in all party states under a multistate licensure privilege. i. “Multistate licensure privilege” means a legal authorization associated with a multistate license permitting the practice of nursing as either a registered nurse (RN) or LPN/VN in a remote state. j.

  • nlc_definitions.pdf

    Site: nursecompact.com

    Multistate License: a license to practice as a registered nurse (RN) or a licensed practical/vocational nurse (LPN/VN) issued by a home state licensing board that authorizes the licensed nurse to practice in all compact states under a multistate licensure privilege. Nursys®: the national nurse database that contains the licensure and disciplinary information of all RNs and LPN/VNs as contributed by states.

  • Role of BONs

    We work together to maintain... the quality care we are proud to provide. Boards of Nursing protect the public by licensing qualified nurses to provide your care. Visit ncsbn.org to learn on how to check nurse's license. Download Patient safety resources. Or file a complaint in your state. We care about the nursing profession and we care about you. Visit ncsbn.org to learn more.

  • Tip_Sheet_Nursys_Unlicensed_Practitioner_v2.pdf

    Step 1 Choose Unlicensed Practitioner Step 2 Select type of impersonator (RN or PN) Step 3 Fill in First and Last Name fields and any other known identifying information (DOB, SSN) Step 4 Fill in Address information fields Tip Sheet November 2014 UPDATED Nursys Unlicensed Practitioner Option NPDB requires the reporting of unlicensed practitioners holding themselves out as nurses (also known as imposters) Nursys Unlicensed Practitioner option accommodates reporting of “imposters” to Nursys/NPDB & FITS Step 5 Enter Disciplinary Information Entry into FITS is automatic from the Nursys entry. Unlicensed practitioner refers to a Nurse Imposter. Therefore License Number is unavailable and Imper- sonated as (type) is optional.

  • 2022lpp_jcleghorn.pdf

    Taking Policy Risks Maryann Alexander, PhD, RN, FAAN Chief Officer, Nursing Regulation NCSBN Risk/Benefit Founders Barbara Nichols Outcome of Risk • Resources • Public Protection at the Forefront • Member Networking & Engagement • Cutting Edge of Testing, Research & Licensure Barbara Nichols President 1978-1982 Addressing Risk: • Identify • Evaluate • Minimize • Prepare/Strategize • Be ready for the unexpected Boldly Exploring Leadership & Public Policy Gain tools and resources for effective public policy Learn about the past and prepare for the future Be inspired and motivated to enact change What will your moonshot be? Legislation that Allows Nurses to Cross Borders Your small step may be a giant leap for regulation Enjoy the Conference!

  • MINUTES_NLC_Commission_Meeting%20Oct%2031%202023_Final.pdf

    Site: nursecompact.com

    Member Updates A. Bradywood announced Washington State Board of Nursing (BON) plans to begin issuing multistate licenses to Washington nurses as of Jan. 2024. The BON will send specific communications to all states upon receiving an estimate of a launch date. 8. Open Discussion Forum L Scheidt (MO) discussed how automated licensure systems may cause a multistate license to change to a single-state when a licensee changes their address online, and the need for states to integrate Nursys API.

  • NLC_Stories-v3.pdf

    Site: nursecompact.com

    That representative told a state senator and before she knew it, Neuman found herself advocating for the NLC. “I ended up testifying in the Louisiana House and Senate, and it turned out to hit a chord with quite few people. I really just fell into it, and I was fortunate to have a little bit of a platform, some important people who had a little bit of pull.

  • reciprocalactionprimer2.pdf

    Site: nursecompact.com

    When a licensing board party state is in possession of current significant investigative information that justifies more than a minor infraction or indicates an immediate threat to the public health and safety, the licensing board party state must promptly report this information into Nursys. 6 In addition, a licensing board party state must produce all investigative documents and information requested by another party state.7 Any information contributed to Nursys that ...

  • 2018AM_DBenton.pdf

    Title Master: click to add title Chief Executive Report David C Benton PhD RGN FRCN FAAN A Few Words of Wisdom Life is 10% of what happens to you and 90% of how you react. Charles R Swindoll American Clergyman “The wisdom of those that took those first steps in ensuring the place of regulation in this world.” Shirley Brekken Kohler WI June 2018 An Adaption of the Words of Einstein The health problems of today cannot be addressed by the competencies of yesteryear.