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FL ranks last among states in passing nurse licensing exam

Health Leaders | Nursing

A report from the Florida Center for Nursing noted that in 2024 Florida had the nation's lowest pass rate on the exam required for registered nurses and practical nurses to receive their licenses. The National Council Licensure Examination, or NCLEX has separate tests for registered nurses and practical nurses.

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The Evolving Landscape of Travel Nursing: How Nurse Compact Licenses are Changing the Game

The Gypsy Nurse

The Nurse Licensure Compact allows travel nurses to streamline their practice across state lines, turning a once-complex licensing process into a much smoother experience. It allows both Registered Nurses (RNs) and Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurses (LPN/VNs) to hold a single, multi-state license.

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The LPN Path: Weighing the Advantages and Challenges of Licensed Practical Nursing

Every Nurse

CAREER PATHS The LPN Path: Weighing the Advantages and Challenges of Licensed Practical Nursing By EveryNurse Staff Writers | Updated on November 18, 2024 Medically reviewed by Joanna Whitfield, MSN, RN Our Promise We are dedicated to providing high-quality, trustworthy content. See our editorial policy.

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Nurses licensed out-of-state will soon be able to work in Mass. What does that mean for healthcare?

Health Leaders | Nursing

Nurses licensed in 42 other states and jurisdictions will be eligible to practice in Massachusetts both in person and via telehealth platforms as part of the "Nurse Licensure Compact," an agreement aimed at easing nurse staffing shortages.

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Should Nurse Practitioners Read X-Rays?

Health Leaders | Nursing

Currently in the United States, only licensed physicians can become B Readers, and as of October 2024, only 184 U.S.-based based physicians in 35 states are licensed B Readers, according to the information request. The CDC's goal is to increase access to B Readers across the country.

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Speech Pathologist Vs Speech Therapist: Are They the Same?

University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

Speech-language pathologists (SLPs) are licensed communication experts. They are licensed to treat various communication disorders among people of all ages. ASHA, 2024: [link]. American Speech-Language Hearing Association, “Speech-Language Pathologists,” ASHA , 2024, [link].

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Florida ER Nurse and Educator Plans Next Career Chapter with Doctorate Pursuit at Post University

Post University

At age 16, he became a License Practical Nurse, then joined a hospice care center and an emergency department at a hospital per diem. In May 2024, Jimmy earned the DNP – Executive Leadership Specialization at American Sentinel College of Nursing and Health Sciences at Post University. He said, Why dont you finish school, Dad?