Wisconsin

View information about the Wisconsin Board of Nursing, its board members, formation, and governing rules.

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Apply Go to license.wi.gov to apply for a credential or license.

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Contact the Board of Nursing Call: (608) 266-2112 Email: dsps@wi.gov Mailing Address: Board of Nursing DSPS P.O. Box 8366 Madison, WI 53705 Office Hours: 7:45 AM - 4:30 PM Location: Department of Safety and Professional Services 4822 Madison Yards Way Madison, WI 53705

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Credential Statute: Wis. Stat. Sec. 441 Credential Code: Chapter N

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N 2.02(8) (8) "LPN" means licensed practical nurse. N 2.02(8m) (8m) "Multistate license" means a license to practice as a registered or licensed practical nurse issued by Wisconsin that authorizes the licensed nurse to practice in all nurse licensure compact party states under a multistate licensure privilege. N 2.02(9) (9) "NCLEX" means national council licensure examination. N 2.02(9m) (9m) "Party state" means any state that has adopted the nurse licensure compact. N 2.02(10) (10) "RN" means registered nurse.

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For those applying for RN or LPN licenses Select that you are seeking a multistate license in your application.

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The examination accepted by the board is the NCLEX.

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ULR Requirements Meets the requirements for licensure in the home state (state of residency) a. Has graduated from a board-approved education program; or b. Has graduated from an international education program (approved by the authorized accrediting body in the applicable country and verified by an independent credentials review agency) Has passed an English proficiency examination (applies to graduates of an international education program not taught in English or if English is not the individual's native language) Has passed an NCLEX-RN or NCLEX-PN Examination or predecessor exam Is eligible for or holds an active, unencumbered license (i.e., without active discipline) Has submitted to state and federal fingerprint-based criminal background checks Has not been convicted or found guilty, or has entered into an agreed disposition, of a felony offense under applicable state or federal criminal law Has no misdemeanor convictions related to the practice of nursing (determined on a case-by-case basis) Is not currently a participant in an alternative program Is required to self-disclose current participation in an alternative program Has a valid United States Social Security number

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Nurses moving from one compact state to another must apply for licensure in their new primary state of residence within 60 days.

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Individuals not residing in a party state shall continue to be able to apply for a party state's single-state license as provided under the laws of each party state. However, the single-state license granted to these individuals will not be recognized as granting the privilege to practice nursing in any other party state.

docs.legis.wisconsin.gov · State statute

A multistate license to practice registered or licensed practical/vocational nursing issued by a home state to a resident in that state will be recognized by each party state as authorizing a nurse to practice as a registered nurse or as a licensed practical/vocational nurse, under a multistate licensure privilege, in each party state.

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"Single state license" means a license issued by Wisconsin that does not include a multistate licensure privilege to practice in any other nurse licensure compact party state.

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Date of enactment: December 11, 2017 2017 Senate Bill 417 Date of publication*: December 12, 2017

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A multistate license to practice registered or licensed practical/vocational nursing issued by a home state to a resident in that state will be recognized by each party state as authorizing a nurse to practice as a registered nurse or as a licensed practical/vocational nurse, under a multistate licensure privilege, in each party state.

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Wisconsin Jan. 19, 2018

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Applicants are eligible for Licensure by Endorsement if they have been issued a RN license in the US (or applicable countries/territories). Never been licensed in WI.

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Registered Nurse - Endorsement Understand the requirements of this profession to be a credential holder in WI.

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Registered Nurse - Endorsement Understand the requirements of this profession to be a credential holder in WI.

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N 2.21 N 2.21 Endorsement of an applicant for a single state license. N 2.21(1) (1) N 2.21(1)(a) (a) A license from another U.S. state, a U.S. territory, or Canada is considered to have met educational and other qualifications comparable to those required in this state provided the requirements of the initial license included all of the following: N 2.21(1)(a)1. 1. Graduation from a school approved by the board in the jurisdiction of initial licensure or had education the board in the jurisdiction of initial licensure deemed to be comparable to a school that board approves. N 2.21(1)(a)2. 2. Passage of the NCLEX. N 2.21(1)(b) (b) An applicant, whose initial license from another U.S. state, U.S. territory, or Canada does not meet the requirements in par. (a) , shall submit all of the following to the board to assist the board in determining whether the qualifications are comparable: N 2.21(1)(b)1. 1. Evidence of educational qualifications. N 2.21(1)(b)2. 2. Evidence of passing the NCLEX or other nursing licensure examination. N 2.21(2) (2) An applicant shall submit a completed application and pay the applicable fee. The application shall include the following: N 2.21(2)(a) (a) Verification of licensure from the state, territory or province in which the original license by examination was issued and the state, territory or province in which the current, active license was issued. N 2.21(2)(b) (b) Documentation of employment history. N 2.21(2)(c) (c) An applicant who has a pending criminal charge or has been convicted of any crime or ordinance violation shall provide the board with all related information necessary for the board to determine whether the circumstances of the arrest or conviction or other offense substantially relate to the practice of nursing. N 2.21(2)(d) (d) An applicant who has a license encumbered by adverse action shall provide the board will all related information necessary to determine whether the board deems the action taken to warrant a denial in Wisconsin. N 2.21(2)(e) (e) An applicant who has been terminated from any employment related to nursing within the 10 years immediately preceding the date of application shall provide the board with all related information necessary to determine current competency. N 2.21(2)(f) (f) An applicant who has committed any act, which would be subject to discipline under ch. N 7 , shall provide the board with all related information regarding the act necessary for the board to make a determination on the application for licensure. N 2.21(3) (3) An applicant who does not have current nursing education or been employed in a position that requires a nursing license within the last 5 years may apply to the board for a limited license to enable the applicant to complete a nursing refresher course approved by the board. Upon successful completion of an approved nursing refresher course, the license holder may petition the board for full licensure.

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Your materials will be reviewed within approximately 10 days by a member of the credentialing team. Note: Some licenses do take longer to process due to complexity.

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The applicant shall submit, through an approved process, fingerprints or other biometric data for the purpose of obtaining criminal history record information from the federal bureau of investigation and the Wisconsin department of justice.

docs.legis.wisconsin.gov · State administrative code

A Bridge Temporary Credential is designed to enable health care professionals with a valid, unrestricted license in another state and a position secured through an employer in the state of Wisconsin to practice in person or via telehealth while they await a decision on their permanent license application. Before applying for a Bridge Temporary Credential, applicants must also submit an application for their full, permanent credential in Wisconsin in the same profession. Be prepared to submit your permanent credential application's PAR-# while applying for the Bridge Temporary Credential. Health care providers may provide services within the scope of the other state credential that the health care provider holds. They must apply for a Bridge Temporary Credential within 30 days of beginning to provide health care services for a health care employer in Wisconsin. For onsite work, employers must submit Form 2021-A102 to the health care provider's Bridge application within 10 days of beginning work in Wisconsin. The form is not required for telehealth-only applications. Applicants who are self-employed should have Form 2021-A102 filled out by someone else in their organization if possible. If there is no one else to complete the form, fill it out yourself and include an explanation. The Bridge Temporary Credential is only valid for 9 0 days from the date issued. Applicants should work proactively to complete their application for permanent licensure in advance of this 90-day timeline. How to Extend Bridge Extensions Extensions to Bridge Temporary Credentials are not guaranteed but may be issued based on individual circumstances. Applicants may receive a 30-day extension of their Bridge Temporary Credential if all their permanent application materials are submitted, and they are still awaiting DSPS Legal, Board, or Credentialing Team review and approval of their permanent license application. An applicant can receive more than one extension. Requests for an extension can be made by clicking on the "Request Support" tab on the home page of LicensE.

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Log into Nursys , Selected Wisconsin to receive an Endorsement Verification, and paid the fee.

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Continuing Education Information There is no continuing education required for this license type.

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To complete the renewal process, you will be asked to complete a survey that is given by the Department of Workforce Development (DWD). Report Primary State of Residence.

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N 2.40 N 2.40 Renewal. N 2.40(1) (1) General. A person with an expired credential may not reapply for a credential using the initial application process. N 2.40(2) (2) Renewal within 5 years. A person renewing the credential within 5 years shall do all of the following: N 2.40(2)(a) (a) Pay the renewal fee as determined by the department under s. 440.03 (9) (a) , Stats., and any applicable late renewal fee. N 2.40(2)(b) (b) Pay a nursing workforce survey fee. N 2.40(2)(c) (c) Complete the nursing workforce survey to the satisfaction of the board. N 2.40(3) (3) Renewal after 5 years. This subsection does not apply to credential holders who have unmet disciplinary requirements or whose credential has been surrendered or revoked. A person renewing the credential after 5 years shall do all of the following: N 2.40(3)(a) (a) Pay the renewal fee as determined by the department under s. 440.03 (9) (a) , Stats., and the late renewal fee. N 2.40(3)(b) (b) Pay a nursing workforce survey fee. N 2.40(3)(c) (c) Complete the nursing workforce survey to the satisfaction of the board. N 2.40(3)(d) (d) Meet one of the following requirements: N 2.40(3)(d)1. 1. Documentation of employment requiring a nursing license within the last five years. N 2.40(3)(d)2. 2. Completion of a board approved nursing refresher course or education equivalent to a nursing refresher course. A nursing refresher course requires a limited license for the purpose of completing the clinical component of the course. N 2.40 Note Note: The licensee may request the Board grant a limited license for the sole purpose of completing a nurse refresher course.

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