Can I have a temporary permit in WA and a license in CA?

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Hi everyone!! 
I recently passed the NCLEX in CA but I wanted to apply for some jobs in WA. I wanted to know if I could have a temporary license in WA while also maintaining a license in CA? 
 

Thanks everyone!! 
 

First, congratulations on passing NCLEX!  To your question, once you receive your license you can apply for licensure by endorsement with the Oregon BON.  Unless you are a resident of one of the 33 member states of the Nurse Licensure Compact, you can be licensed in as many states as you wish.

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