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Virigina offers a lot of wonderful opportunities for travelers. From the history, to the outdoors, to the proximity to other states, travelers looking to take advantage of all the great opportunities this unique state has to offer. Whatever your reason, the team at AMN Healthcare is here to help you every step of the way.

Our friendly team will be able to answer your questions as well as help you find your ideal Virigina travel nursing assignment. If you are ready to get on your way to Virginia today, we encourage you to complete your online application. This will get you on the fast-track to success and will connect you with one of our experienced recruiters.

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How to Apply for a Nursing License in Virginia

Recent graduates, professionals licensed outside of Virginia, and those wanting to reinstate licenses can all apply now exclusively online for a license using the Virginia Board of nursing. If you are a graduate from an RN state-approved nursing education program that prepared you to be a nurse and need to take the NCLEX (state board), then you will need to complete the application for licensure by examination.

To apply for this you will need:

  • A fingerprint-based criminal background check (CBC).
  • To review the Laws and Regulations governing the practice of Nursing.
  • Obtain information regarding the NCLEX Examination by visiting the Pearson VUE website.
  • Complete and submit your online application and pay the fee of $190.

If you already hold an active RN license in another state, you are eligible to apply for a Virginia Nursing License by Endorsement.

To Apply for Endorsement You Will Need:

  • A fingerprint-based criminal background check (CBC).
  • To request license verification from your original state of licensure (state where you took the NCLEX). if your original state of licensure participates in the Nursys license verification system, go to: Nursys to request the verification of licensure ($30 fee).
  • To review the Laws and Regulations governing the practice of Nursing.
  • Proof of your primary state of residence.
  • Complete and submit your online application and pay the fee of $190.

 

Virginia Nursing License Renewal

RNs who are licensed in Virginia can renew their licenses online and the fee for a renewal is currently $140.

Is Virginia a Compact Nursing State?

Yes! Virginia is proud to be a member of the Enhanced Nurse Licensure Compact (eNLC), which allows nurses living in compact states to practice in all other compact states with a single multi-state license. If your primary state of residence is a compact state, you must apply for licensure in that state.

In accordance with Virginia law (Virginia Code §54.1-3040.3 (C):) If you meet all Uniform Licensure Requirements (ULRs) and your primary state of residence in Virginia, you will be granted a license with multi-state privilege which allows you to practice in other compact states.

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