NEWS on NCLEX and US Healthcare Practioners
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March 2021
Gov. Lourdes "Lou" Leon Guerrero signed the NLC into law on March 5, 2021, making Guam the first U.S. territory to enact the NLC. The compact allows registered nurses (RNs) and licensed practical/vocational nurses (LPN/VNs) to have one multistate license, with the ability to practice in person or via telehealth, in both their home territory/state and other NLC states. There are currently 35 states that have enacted the NLC.
Guam’s entry into the NLC will enable nurses holding an active, unencumbered multistate license to practice in Guam to assist with the nursing shortage. Residents of Guam will not be able to obtain a multistate license until the NLC is fully implemented in 2022.
The governor has issued an order modifying the previous order regarding the extension of licenses, permits, and certifications. According to this new order, the temporary extension of licenses, permits, and certifications as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic will now end on June 30, 2021.
All licenses and certificate holders who have not yet renewed their licenses or certificates based on the previous executive order should do so at their earliest convenience and, at a minimum, at least 30 days before June 30, 2021 deadline, so that there is sufficient time to process the renewals.
The Kansas State Board of Nursing announced the Nurse License Renewal Schedule from March 31, 2021 to August 31, 2021.
Some services on www.idfpr.com will be unavailable during a major systems update from Friday March 26, 2021 at 2:00 PM until Monday March 29, 2021 at 8:30 AM.
RN or LPN by Exam - Currently reviewing applications for issuance of a temporary practice permit (if applicable) or a permanent license for NCLEX test dates of March 9, 2021 - current date
RN or LPN Endorsement - Currently reviewing complete applications for issuance of a temporary practice or permanent license received between: March 5, 2021 - current date
If an application is deficient of requirements, this will add a delay to the processing timeline. Applicants are notified via email of all deficiencies.
RN, LPN and ARNP Reactivation - Currently reviewing complete applications for issuance received between March 5, 2021 - current date
*If an application is deficient of requirements, this will add a delay to the processing timeline. Applicants are notified via email of all deficiencies.
Renewal applications are typically opened 30-60 days prior to expiration dates. Please make sure to allow enough time for processing
Starting March 2, 2021, the Board of Registered Nursing (BRN) will be upgrading to a new phone system for the BRN Main Line. Please be patient as these upgrades may cause increased wait times, and as a result call volumes may increase. Upon completion of this phase of the project, the BRN main phone system will have many enhancements and key features that will improve the experience for the end user.
To continue to practice nursing, a nurse is required to renew his/her license before April 1 in the year in which their license expires. Nurses who renew their licenses before April 2 (by April 1) deadline may continue to practice nursing while awaiting the issuance of a new license by the Board.
If a licensee does not renew the license on or before May 1, the licensee shall pay an additional fee for late renewal but may continue to work until his/her license expires or licensed is renewed.
If a nurse fails to renew before August 1 of the year the license expires, the nurse shall not practice nursing after August 1 until the Board issues a renewal license. An administrative penalty is issued if a nurse works on an expired license.
RN & LPN Exam - Currently reviewing applications for issuance of a temporary practice permit (if applicable) or a permanent license for NCLEX test dates of: February 26, 2021 - current date.
RN & LPN by Endorsement - Currently reviewing complete applications for issuance of a temporary practice or permanent license received between: February 23, 2021 - current date
*If an application is deficient of requirements, this will add a delay to the processing timeline. Applicants are notified via email of all deficiencies.
RN, LPN & ARNP REACTIVATIONS - Currently reviewing complete applications for issuance received between: February 23, 2021 - current date
*If an application is deficient of requirements, this will add a delay to the processing timeline. Applicants are notified via email of all deficiencies.
RN license renewals ended on 2/28/2021. If you did not renew, you are now required to reinstate your RN license. If you submit your reinstatement application on or before April 29, 2021 there is no late fee penalty.
LPN license renewals ended on September 30, 2020. If you did not renew, you are now required to reinstate your LPN license. If you submit your reinstatement application on or before November 30, 2020 there is no late fee penalty.
February 2021
Registrants have just six days left to complete their 2021 annual renewal, with this Sunday’s deadline (28 February) fast approaching.
-RN & LPN BY EXAM - Currently reviewing applications for issuance of a temporary practice permit (if applicable) or a permanent license for NCLEX test dates of February 18, 2021 - Current
-RN & LPN BY ENDORSEMENT - Currently reviewing complete applications for issuance of a temporary practice or permanent license received between February 15, 2021 - Current date. If an application is deficient of requirements, this will add a delay to the processing timeline. Applicants are notified via email of all deficiencies.
-RN, LPN & ARNP REACTIVATION - Currently reviewing complete applications for issuance received between - Current date. *If an application is deficient of requirements, this will add a delay to the processing timeline. Applicants are notified via email of all deficiencies.
Due to the inclement weather in Central Texas, the TX BON is experiencing power outages which impedes our ability to answer phone lines and emails. As power is restored, the Board will attempt to answer as many calls and emails as possible.
Renewal applications are typically opened 30-60 days prior to expiration dates. Candidates must make sure to allow enough time for processing their license renewal.
RN and APRN renewals for licensure in Alaska will end on February 28, 2021. Failure to renew prior to this date will require reinstatement of your license.
It is illegal to work as an RN or ARPN after 2/28/2021 if your license has not been renewed.
The Washington Board of Nursing announced the following:
1. Currently reviewing applications for issuance of a temporary practice permit (if applicable) or a permanent license for NCLEX test dates of: February 9, 2021 - current date
2. Currently reviewing complete applications for issuance of a temporary practice or permanent license received between: February 9, 2021 - current date
*If an application is deficient in requirements, this will add a delay to the processing timeline. Applicants are notified via email of all deficiencies.
The Washington Board of Nursing announced the following:
On February 15, 2021, between 7:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., the ABN servers will undergo scheduled maintenance. ABN online applications may not be accessible during this time. The Board apologizes for any inconvenience and promises to have the system back up as soon as possible.
The Kansas State Board of Nursing announced the Nurse License Renewal Schedule from December 31, 2020 to May 31, 2021.
are currently reviewing documents received during the dates noted below.
NOTE: Applications with education from outside the U.S. usually require a lengthier review process.