Florida CRNA's, got a question for you

Good evening, I am graduating this December and have taken a position in Tampa. I understand that I have to get an APRN license in order to practice. Any idea of how long it takes to get the license? I have heard from some people that it takes a couple months to get and others that have said it takes longer to get your RN license. I am under the impression that I won't start till about the beginning of March, but would love to get down there earlier.

One other question, my hospital is a disproportionate shares hospital and it qualifies for the Nursing Education Loan Repayment Program. I was told that I possibly qualify for it and it would be a great help in repaying some of these student loans back. Has anybody been able to take advantage of the program? Any pointers?

Any help would be greatly appreciated!