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Problems with license on BON

My license just went up today on the Maryland Board of Nursing. Can anyone explain why it says "Maryland Only" instead of "compact state" and why there is no education info up for me? Is it just too soon? It states that I am a registered nurse now and also has a license number for me. But I know it shouldn't say "Maryland Only" when I have lived here my entire life...I'm not an out of state person. I have called a written e-mails already to the board. This is suppose to be a happy day, not an annoying day.

Thanks Guys!

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    I didn't think it stated on it compact state but the state you have a license?

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    I wouldn't have known my license was different except that all my classmates that have just passes have licenses online that say "compact state". I'm hoping its just too soon and they will get better information up soon.

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    Is this your first time being licensed? I know in NC there is a sort of "probation" for the first year and after if you have had no issues, you re-new for the 2 years period with full compact state privileges.

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    It is my first license and thanks for responding. But I know there cannot be a probationary period in maryland before you get full compact state privileges because my other classmates, all new RN grads, have licenses that say "compact state". I just wish everything could have been perfect on this day! Now I'm worried about having to hassle the board.

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    You are correct, it should indicate Compact State, so when someone checks you license online they know your geographical scope of practice. Probably a glitch at the BON. Do not stress.

    Congratulations, I am sure it will be corrected soon.

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    This is a minor bump in the road, that I'm sure you'll be able to straighten out with the Board. (Are you even planning on working in another state any time soon?) Why not just relax and enjoy your accomplishment??

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    Have you tried calling them (the board of nursing) and asking? I know it's easy for me to say, but try not to think the worst. I don't understand why yours would be different, a pass is a pass, not really any gray areas.

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    As a Maryland resident, I will warn you that the MBON can be very slow at anything to do with licensing. Hang in their and keep after them.

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    Why come on here and ask? Contact the Maryland BON and ask them!

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