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RN Licensing & NCLEX:You are almost there!University of Arizona College of NursingOffice of Student & Academic Affairs (OSAA)Academic Success CoachDeb Nesbitt, MSN, APRN, PMHNP
Discussion OutlineOutline process for initial RNlicensure by examinationOutline registration steps fortaking the NCLEX exam throughPearson VueIdentify helpful resources forRN initial licensure and NCLEX exampreparation
Ready, set, 1-2 monthsbefore graduation .GO!RNLicenseNCLEX
RN by ExaminationLicensure Process
RN Licensure ProcessØ Decide which state you will apply in:Where will you be working?Is this an enhanced compact nursing licensestate? (See later explanation)Will you be working in more than one state?(You can only apply in one state for your RN by Examination license.This is where your NCLEX results are sent.)Ø Review state Board of Nursingwebsite:Requirements – Application – Fees – Fingerprinting –Validation of Education - Transcripts
RN Licensure ProcessØ Follow BON guidelines for getting fingerprints.Ø Submit application, fingerprints, proof ofcitizenship/nationality/alien status, pay fees,and provide any other documents or photosrequired.Ø States other than Arizona may need atranscript (order from registrar office) andcertificate of completion or educationverification form (send toØ CON-OSAA@email.arizona.edu)
UA CON Program CodesBSN & BSN IHUS96505300MEPNUS96505500
BreEZe Online ApplicationProgram Codes for CaliforniaBSNA3013MEPNA3052Flickr
How early can I apply?For Arizona:Ø Apply early, up to 2 months before graduation.(This gives time for your application to be reviewed and thefingerprints to be processed before you take NCLEX.)For all other states:Ø Check the BON website to determine when theywill accept applications.If requesting testing accommodations:Ø Email or call the BON to ask about the process forrequesting testing accommodations as early as possible. Ifyour request is granted, the BON will notify Pearson Vue.(Inquire at least 2-3 months before graduation.)
AZ RN Licensure ProcessØ Arizona – you can find application information onthe https//www.azbn.gov site by clicking onØ Licensure & Certification; Application Instructions; RN/LPNExamination
AZ RN Licensure ProcessDirect web address for AZ application tion/application-instructions/rn-lpnexamination/#
AZ RN Licensure ProcessAZ – Instructional videos for:§ How to Create an Account on the Nurse Portal§ How to Submit an RN Application§ New Graduate Application Process (coming pplication-instructions/instructionalvideos/
AZ RN Licensure ProcessØ Download the application or apply online forthe RN License by ExaminationØ AZ is only online – register to access throughthe AZ Nurse Portal
AZ RN Licensure Process:Validation of EducationFor Arizona:Ø Once a student has applied for the RN licenseby examination through the AZ Nurse Portal,their name is placed on a list that the CON willcheck off after the degree posts, to verifysuccessful completion of the program.Ø Apply early, up to 2 months before graduation,to prevent delay of education validationreaching the AZ BON.
RN Licensure Process:Validation of EducationØ For license outside of Arizona:Ø Student must contact that state BON to get theappropriate form for verification of educationØ Print and fill out the verification formØ Deliver filled out verification form to the OSAA officeor email filled out form to:CON-OSAA@email.arizona.eduØ 1-2 months before graduationØ Request form to be sent to the designated BON
RN Licensure Process:Validation of EducationØ For California License:In the instructions for filling out theapplication, find the Request forTranscript form, fill out the top portion,then submit this form directly to the UARegistrar by attaching it to your transcriptrequest.
RN Licensure Process:Validation of EducationØ For California License:The form can be attached to the transcript once the student orders thetranscript. When the students searching the recipient, have them choose"Search our Recipient Table"Select California, then search "Board of Registered Nursing"
RN Licensure Process:Validation of EducationØ For California License:Once they select a recipient, you have the option toattach an attachment with the transcript.Once the order is complete, students will receive an email to attach the form.
RN Licensure ProcessØ If a transcript is needed, you can order itthrough the registrar's office as soon as yourdegree has posted.Check unofficial transcript to see when yourdegree posts. There is no cost for this. As soonas the degree shows up in the unofficialtranscript, then submit request to registrar fortranscript to be sent to the BON.Ø Cost to request transcript to be sent : 10Ø https://www.registrar.arizona.edu/transcripts
Unofficial Transcript:Checking to see if your degree has postedOfficial and Unofficial Transcripts
COVID-19 Changes to the RNLicensure Process in Arizonahttps://www.azbn.gov/
COVID-19 Changes to the RNLicensure Process in Arizona
COVID-19 Changes to the RNLicensure Process in ArizonaDuring the COVID-19 State of Emergency declared by the Governorof Arizona, and consistent the Governor’s Executive Order 2020-17,due to the closure of testing locations and shortage of testing spotsfor the required NCLEX licensing examination, a new graduate whoprovides the Arizona State Board of Nursing (Board) with verificationof successful completion of a nursing education program . and whoapplies for initial licensure by examination in Arizona, may betemporarily authorized by the Arizona State Board of Nursing (Board)to practice nursing as a graduate registered nurse (GN) .under atemporary permit (“Permit”) pending the results of the NCLEXlicensing examination.
COVID-19 Changes to the RNLicensure Process in Arizona
COVID-19 Changes to the RNLicensure Process in Arizona
COVID-19 Changes to the RNLicensure Process in Arizona3. The new graduate who has received a Permit to practicenursing as a GN or GPN pending the results of the licensingexamination must work under the direct supervision and directionof a licensed registered nurse. The supervising nurse must bephysically present in the same facility or practice setting as theGN or GPN, and must be readily available for consultation andassistance. If the facility is organized into multiple units that aregeographically distanced from each other, then the supervisingnurse must be working on the same unit to which the GN or GPNis assigned. The GN or GPN shall not be placed in supervisoryor charge positions and shall not work in independent practicesettings.
Enhanced NurseLicensure Compact(eNLC)
Enhanced NurseLicensure Compact(eNLC)Under the eNLC, nurses canprovide care to patients inother eNLC states, withouthaving to obtain additionallicenses. AZ is an eNLC state.
Benefits of eNLC Multistate License1) Opportunity to practice in all eNLC states2) Able to practice telenursing in all eNCLstates3) Able to teach via distance education in alleNLC states4) Allows nurses to easilyprovide nursing servicesduring disasters involvingother eNCL states
Requirements for requesting an initialRN license in a compact state is thesame as in states not in the compact,except You need to declare a primarystate of residence as definedby where you:v have a driver’s licensev are registered to votev pay taxeshttp://www.emmallamb.com/
Ready, set, .GO!RNLicenseNCLEX
NCSBN
Everything you need to knowabout taking the NCLEX you will most likely find on the National Council ofState Boards of Nursing (NCSBN) website:https://www.ncsbn.org/nclex.htm
NCLEX: What to expect Examination time is five hours Number of questions is 75 – 145 Plan to take 1-2 minutes per question All candidates are strongly encouraged to take the online tutorialto practice with the item types prior to sitting for the exam. If you have any specific questions about the examination, pleasecontact NCLEX information at nclexinfo@ncsbn.org.
NCLEX Support Resourceshttps://www.ncsbn.org/1213.htm2021 NCLEX Candidate Bulletin§ Important information for NCLEX§ registration, scheduling, what to bring,§ testing rules & regulations, what to§ expect on the day of the exam, test§ information, passing standards, and more.§ This is a must have document!2021 NCLEX Information Flyer§ Highlights for before, during, and after§ the NCLEX, lists acceptable ID, and§ contact information.
NCLEX Support Resources2019 Test Plans:RN, RN Detailed, and RN Detailed Educator Version§ Test plans help guide preparationfor the exam§ Define Client Needs categories§ Describe distribution of content§ Sample NCLEX items§ Test plans are current through March 31, 2023National Council of State Boards of Nursing (NCSBN)https://www.ncsbn.org/testplans.htm
Eight Steps of the NCLEX Process1. Apply for RN licensureor registration with oneboard of nursing (AZ 350)2. Register and pay examfee at Pearson VUE( 200)5. Receive Authorization to Test(ATT) email from PearsonVUE (must test within validitydates, 90 days)6. Schedule NCLEX examappointment through PearsonVUE3. Receive emailacknowledgement ofreceipt of registrationfrom Pearson VUE7. Arrive at exam withacceptable ID & ATT email4. BON grants youeligibility to take examand notifies PearsonVUE8. Receive results within 6 weeksfrom BON, unofficial results in2 business days in somestates for a minimal fee
Pearson VUEContact PearsonVUE regarding:§ Registering for theNCLEX§ Payment methods§ Authorization toTest (ATT) email§ Scheduling orrescheduling§ AcceptableidentificationContact Information:§ Online:www.pearsonvue.com/nclex§ Call NCLEXCandidate Services:1.866.496.2539
Pearson VUE Program CodesBSN & BSN IHUS96505300Use the number that fitsthe number of spaces onthe application for PearsonVUE or state nursingapplications.MEPNUS96505500
COVID-19 Changes to NCLEXPearson Vue: https://home.pearsonvue.com/coronavirus-update?ot collapse138NCSBN: https://www.ncsbn.org/14428.htm
NCLEX Results .wait for itExamination results are sent to the BON.Only the BON can release the results and theresults will be sent to the candidate within 6weeks.BUT that seems like an eternity .so Within 2 business days, many states (includingArizona) offer unofficial “quick results” for 7.95through the quick results service available on theNCLEX Candidate website at:http://www.pearsonvue.com/nclex/
Yikes what if I didn’t passBreathe!
Candidate Performance Report(CPR)CPR is an individualized 2-pagedocument providing informationregarding your performance within the8 test content areas. You can use thisto guide your review.NCSBN requires a retake exam no earlier than 45 days,and ability to retake up to 8 times a year.Check with BON to determine how many retakes arepossible and within what time period.
Important Links & ResourcesNational Council of State Boards of Nursinghttps://www.ncsbn.org/index.htmArizona Board of Nursinghttps://www.azbn.govPearson Vuehttp://www.pearsonvue.com/nclex/University of Arizona iptsUA CON OSAA Office - Degree/Program Verification for BON outside AZCON-OSAA@email.arizona.eduOSAA OfficePhone: 520-626-3808CON OSAA Room 112CON-OSAA@email.arizona.edu
Contact InformationAcademic Success CoachDeb Nesbitt, MSN, APRN, PMHNPdnesbitt@arizona.eduSchedule an appointment
board of nursing (AZ 350) 2.Register and pay exam fee at Pearson VUE ( 200) 3.Receive email acknowledgement of receipt of registration from Pearson VUE 4.BON grants you eligibility to take exam and notifies Pearson VUE 5.Receive Authorization to Test (ATT) email from Pearson VUE (must test within validity dates, 90 days) 6.Schedule NCLEX exam
