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What are the direct steps after you graduate from the Nursing Program and complete the NCLEX financially and housing wise?

I'm still only a first year in college, however my hometown is within TX, while my current University is within Iowa. Does this mean I'll get my Nursing Registration only in the state of Iowa? If so, what are the next steps I should consider while moving forward my college journey? Should I start getting a job to safe for a place of residence after my graduation?

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Karin’s Answer

Hi Solomon,

You don't get your nursing license from your school. Once you have passed the NCLX-RN, you apply for the license with the state board of nursing in the state where you want to practice. Check the requirements in your state. You can also be licensed in more than one state (e.g. as a travel nurse).

I hope this helps! All the best to you!

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Christine’s Answer

I think it depends on where you plan to live/work once you graduate. If you plan on staying in Iowa, then I would take your NCLEX and apply for licensure in Iowa. Also keep in mind that many states in the licensure compact. For example, I went to school in VA, and I opted to apply for licensure in VA. Even though I lived close to DC and MD, back before the licensure compact I would then apply for licensure by endorsement in another state (i.e. MD). Now the licensure compact, I can work in MD as a nurse even though my license is still from VA. DC is not a member of the nurse compact. So its really up to you, keep in mind too that not all states participate in the nursing compact so double check as you are looking for jobs.
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