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'''Apply by Mail:'''<br />
#To Apply for a Nursing License, the applicant has to approach the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services [https://www.hhs.gov/about/agencies/iea/regional-offices/index.html link] or the state nursing board [https://www.ncsbn.org/membership/us-members/contact-bon.page link]<br />
#Ensure that the applicant has completed the necessary education requirements for nursing licensure in the chosen state.<br />
#This typically involves graduating from an accredited nursing program, such as a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) or an Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) program.<br />
#The National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX) is a standardized exam that tests the knowledge and competencies needed to practice as a registered nurse (RN) or a licensed practical nurse (LPN) in the United States. Register for and pass the NCLEX exam for the specific type of nursing license the applicant is pursuing (RN or LPN).<br />
#An application form will be provided to the applicant by the concerned officer.<br />
#The applicant has to fill in all the necessary details in the application form. (Incomplete applications are not accepted)<br />
#Make sure that the applicant has attached all the necessary documents that are mentioned in the “Required Documents” section of this page.<br />
#The applicant has to attach photocopies of the required documents along with the application form while submitting it.<br />
#Submit all the documents with the completed form to the concerned office mailing address.<br />
#The mailing address is mentioned in the “Office Locations & Contacts” section of this page.<br />
#The applicant has to pay the prescribed fee as requested by the authority.<br />
#After receiving the application, the concerned authority will check the submitted application and document set. If all are in place, the application will be accepted.<br />
#Nursing licensing boards require applicants to undergo criminal background checks, including fingerprinting, to ensure patient safety and trustworthiness.<br />
#Then the application will be processed further.<br />
#Once the process gets completed, the applicant gets a call from the office regarding the application.<br />
#Once the application is approved, the applicant will receive the nursing license through mail.<br />
#This entire process can be completed within 30 days or as per the timeline advised by the respective department authority.<br />
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==Required Documents==<br />
*A completed application form<br />
*A copy of the nursing diploma or degree<br />
*A copy of the nursing transcripts<br />
*A copy of the nursing license from another state (if applicable)<br />
*A copy of the criminal background check<br />
*Proof of English proficiency (if applicable)<br />
*A fee receipt<br />
*Any other documents (if required)<br />
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==Office Locations & Contacts==<br />
'''Minnesota Board of Nursing'''<br><br />
1210 Northland Drive Suite 120<br><br />
Mendota Heights<br><br />
MN 55120<br><br />
Phone: 612-317-3000<br><br />
Fax: 651-688-1841<br><br />
Email: Nursing.Board@state.mn.us<br><br />
Contact [https://mn.gov/boards/nursing/about-us/general-information/contact-us.jsp link]<br><br />
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'''National Council of State Boards of Nursing'''<br><br />
National Council of State Boards of Nursing (NCSBN)<br><br />
111 East Wacker Drive, Suite 2900<br><br />
Chicago, IL 60601-4277<br><br />
US PHONE - 312.525.3600<br><br />
INTERNATIONAL - 1 011 312 525 3600<br><br />
Contact [https://www.ncsbn.org/about/contact.page link]<br><br />
Regional Office [https://www.ncsbn.org/membership/us-members/contact-bon.page link1] and [https://www.ncsbn.org/exams/exam-contacts.page link2]<br><br />
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'''U.S. Department of Health & Human Services'''<br><br />
Hubert H. Humphrey Building<br><br />
200 Independence Avenue, S.W.<br><br />
Washington, D.C. 20201<br><br />
Toll-Free Call Center: 1-877-696-6775<br><br />
Contact [https://www.hhs.gov/about/contact-us/index.html link]<br><br />
Regional Office [https://www.hhs.gov/about/agencies/iea/regional-offices/index.html link]<br />
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==Eligibility==<br />
*Any person who intends to graduate in nursing is eligible to make this application.<br />
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==Fees==<br />
*The fee for this procedure has to be paid as per the authority’s request.<br />
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==Validity==<br />
Explain the time until which the certificate/document is valid.<br />
e.g. Birth Certificate Valid Forever<br />
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==Documents to Use==<br />
Please attach documents that can be used by people. e.g. links<br />
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==Sample Documents==<br />
Please attach sample completed documents that would help other people.<br />
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==Processing Time==<br />
*This entire process can be completed within 30 days or as per the timeline advised by the respective department authority.<br />
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==Related Videos==<br />
Videos explaining the procedure or to fill the applications.<br />
Attach videos using the following tag <&video type='website'>video ID|width|height<&/video&> from external websites.<br />
Please remove the '&' inside the tags during implementation.<br />
Website = allocine, blip, dailymotion, facebook, gametrailers, googlevideo, html5, metacafe, myspace, revver,<br />
sevenload, viddler, vimeo, youku, youtube<br />
width = 560, height = 340, Video ID = Can be obtained from the URL of webpage where the video is displayed.<br />
e.gIn the following url 'http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y0US7oR_t3M' Video ID is 'Y0US7oR_t3M'.<br />
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==Instructions==<br />
*Applicants must complete the application form before submitting it. Incomplete applications will not be accepted.<br />
*Applicants must provide genuine information while applying for this procedure.<br />
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==Required Information==<br />
*Name<br />
*Address<br />
*Age<br />
*Date of Birth<br />
*Contact number<br />
*ZIP code<br />
*City<br />
*Email<br />
*Fax<br />
*Date<br />
*qualification details<br />
*Signature<br />
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==Need for the Document==<br />
*A nursing license in the United States is a legal authorization that allows individuals to practice nursing in a specific state. It is granted by the state licensing board or regulatory authority responsible for overseeing nursing practice and ensuring public safety.<br />
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==Information which might help==<br />
*For more information [https://www.ncsbn.org/nursing-regulation/licensure.page link]<br />
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==Other uses of the Document/Certificate==<br />
Please explain what are other uses of obtaining this document/certificate.<br />
e.g. Birth Certificate can be used as proof of identity.<br />
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==External Links==<br />
[https://www.hhs.gov/ Link]<br />
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==Others==<br />
*The nursing license grants individuals the legal authority to perform nursing duties within the scope of practice defined by the state's nursing practice act.<br />
*This includes activities such as assessing patients, administering medications, providing treatments, collaborating with healthcare teams, and promoting health and well-being.<br />
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