What states allow you to challenge the NCLEX-PN?

I am a student nurse & I've passed everything but my last class of the RN program (critical care). Because I failed this class by 2.5 points on my exam, I am unable to graduate & am being asked to take the LPN course & then re-enroll into the RN program after working as a full time LPN for 6 months. I feel that's far too long after I've already spent this long to get my RN! I would like to get my LPN ASAP. I can't find any solid information about it anywhere but I've heard that medics in the military & other RN students have challenged the NCLEX-PN to get their license. Any info would be appreciated. Thank you for your time!

Karla R 

Thank you for sharing your story. I had a similar situation. I Challenged the Florida Board of nursing and passed on the first try; but I wanted to know if any other states endorsed your license or did you move to Florida?

36 minutes ago, Myra Myra said:

Hey what’s the process of changeling PN NCLEX? I see that you have to submit some documents to your school to sign and am afraid they won’t sign it, am on my last semester of RN but afraid that I won’t pass so I might try PN NCLEX.

Myra, what state are you in if you do not mind me asking? And how can you go about seeking endorsement if your state requires that you graduate from an approved program? I challenge the board of Florida and passed my NCLEX-PN but not sure what to do now. I live in DMV area.  

@Karla R if you don't mind answering was your education from RN school or lpn school

I had 2 weeks left and had to withdraw from lpn school last month but I passed all the classes required to challenge in Florida can I challenge as a lpn student or you have to be a RN student only 

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splewis said:

Myra, what state are you in if you do not mind me asking? And how can you go about seeking endorsement if your state requires that you graduate from an approved program? I challenge the board of Florida and passed my NCLEX-PN but not sure what to do now. I live in DMV area.  

Sorry, I never applied. I live in WA

kendi bell said:

@Karla R if you don't mind answering was your education from RN school or lpn school

I had 2 weeks left and had to withdraw from lpn school last month but I passed all the classes required to challenge in Florida can I challenge as a lpn student or you have to be a RN student only 

You have to be an RN student to challenge LPN boards.

@Myra Myra

The reason I asked is bc I had 2 weeks of lpn school left this past December and had to withdraw for personal reasons but I've taken all of the classes and passed with a B

@splewis on the Florida application where the box is that ask if you graduated from a RN program below it it say if you are in lpn program leave box blank 

So that's y I think you can challenge it if you passed those classes

I'm gonna call tomorrow 

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kendi bell said:

@splewis on the Florida application where the box is that ask if you graduated from a RN program below it it say if you are in lpn program leave box blank 

So that's y I think you can challenge it if you passed those classes

I'm gonna call tomorrow 

@kendi bell Did you call the board of nursing? Am thinking of applying for NCLEX-PN because I failed my RN HESI exit. 

 

mrsboots87 said:

AZ you have to have completed theory and clinical in geri, med/surg, OB, Peds, and psych in order to sit for LPN. My program as OB/Peds in third semester and psych in fourth with critical care so we have to take an LPN 6 week course after block 2 to sit for LPN, but the school my friend goes to has their program set up that you can just sit for LPN after completing either block 2 or block 3 (don't remember which).

Basically, there are states, but submitting your education verification from out of state would take some time. You can try calling the AZ BON (or other states) and just ask if they would allow you to challenge the PN with your current education level.

Also, have you tried to appeal the dismissal to get re admitted to fourth semester so you don't have to completely repeat everything?

H!  Do you know what school your friend went to?

I am also in the same situation. I failed RN school in my last semester because I did not pass the EXIT exam. With that being said, I have challenged BON of Florida but my application is pending because the school won't sign the Practical Nurse Equivalency (PNEQ) Application Letter, which is required to complete the application process. This is very frustrating and I do not understand why they won't sign a form. I've been going left and right without success. Also looking for recommendations! I live in Texas.

kendi bell said:

@Karla R if you don't mind answering was your education from RN school or lpn school

I had 2 weeks left and had to withdraw from lpn school last month but I passed all the classes required to challenge in Florida can I challenge as a lpn student or you have to be a RN student only 

Hi there,

As long as you have completed med surge 1, fundamentals, pharm, and mental health, and you have passed with at least a C+, you are qualified to apply for the PNEQ.  I was in a RN program though, but I think that as long as you have a certain number of credits and have completed those classes, you're good to go.

Also, once you obtain your LPN license, it will only be to work in Florida - single- state license. You may apply for a compact license; however, you must reside in the state of Florida to be eligible. 

I wish you good luck and please research your home state educational laws, because some states like NY won't allow endorsement.

splewis said:

Karla R 

Thank you for sharing your story. I had a similar situation. I Challenged the Florida Board of nursing and passed on the first try; but I wanted to know if any other states endorsed your license or did you move to Florida?

Hello there @splewis,

Unfortunately, I was not able to able to endorse my license in NY. I am currently attending an LPN program since moving to Florida or other state was not an option. 

How was your process? Were you able to endorse your license? if so, where are you located.

 

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Karla A said:

I am also in the same situation. I failed RN school in my last semester because I did not pass the EXIT exam. With that being said, I have challenged BON of Florida but my application is pending because the school won't sign the Practical Nurse Equivalency (PNEQ) Application Letter, which is required to complete the application process. This is very frustrating and I do not understand why they won't sign a form. I've been going left and right without success. Also looking for recommendations! I live in Texas.

Which school did you attend if you don't mind? 

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