RN license in two states?

[Kurious RN]

Hi

I currently have a North Carolina License. I've been thinking about moving to Virginia, but every job ask for current VA license. Can I apply for the VA License even if I still live in NC?

Thanks

[Elizabeth1]

Because VA and NC are compact states, you do not need two different licenses. You are considered licensed in VA. When you physically move to VA, you will need to apply for license by endorsment, but until you live (physical address in VA) there you will not be able to get a VA license due to the compact aggreement.

[tinozc]

Hi Kurious Rn,

Since you hold a NC license, and that is a Compact State, you should be able to work in VA, another Compact State. That is possible if your RN license is MULTISTATE.

[Kurious RN]

Thanks! Mine is a Compact State License, but I thought that I still had to pay to get an Endorsement...?

[Elizabeth1]

Thanks! Mine is a Compact State License, but I thought that I still had to pay to get an Endorsement...?

You will when you move to VA. I move all the time with the military and you have to hold a license in the state you physcally reside in.

For example, if you reside in NC, you must hold your license there. However, you are able to practice in any of the compact states. This is very helpful for people who do triage telephone nursing accross multiple states. They do not have to get a license in EVERY state, only the state in which they reside, as long as it is part of the compact.

[Kurious RN]

Thank you for your replies! Have a great day!