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Specializes in Cardio-thoracic ICU, SRNA.

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!

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Specializes in Case Mgmt, Anesthesia, ICU, ER, Dialysis.

Still in my SRNA program, but lots of experience with the Florida BON: Apply early, stay on top of them, and document with whom and when you spoke with them. As soon as your paperwork goes to the COA, send in your application.

And good luck. I was looking on GasWork last night...lots of opportunity in that area. :)

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http://www.nslfp.com/index.htm

Here is the information for the state nursing loan payback information.

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Specializes in Psych.

Did you have any difficulty finding jobs in Florida as a new grad?

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