Nurse Licensure Compact

The Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) is an agreement that allows registered nurses (RNs) and licensed practical/vocational nurses (LPNs/LVNs) to practice in multiple participating states with a single license. This means a nurse licensed in one member state can provide care in other member states without needing separate licenses for each. It streamlines the process for nurses working across state lines, especially in rural or underserved areas, while maintaining standards of safe and competent care. The NLC aims to improve healthcare access, flexibility, and workforce mobility while ensuring proper regulation and public safety.