Matrix- Were you able to get a temporary license?? I am starting a job next Monday and was just hired two weeks ago and still don't have my RN license for DC! I have been calling all week about getting a temporary license and they told me before they can administer a temp license they need the results of my criminal background check- which hasn't gone through yet and like you said could take 4 weeks.. I am freaking out! I don't understand because it seems like some people that I have seen posting on this forum just went right in to the DC board of nursing and came out with a temp license- it hasn't been that easy for me! Any help would be greatly appreciated!