Licensed Practical Nurse License in New York
Everything you need to know about getting your LPN license to practice in New York.
Nurse Licensure Compact
The enhanced Nurse Licensure Compact (eNLC) covers both RNs and LPN/VNs, allowing multistate practice in all member states. Your primary state of residence must be a compact state.
New York is not a NLC member state. You will need to apply for a New York LPN license by endorsement, regardless of whether you hold a compact license in another state.
Visit NLC PortalRequirements for LPN Licensure in New York
- 1Active LPN license in another state
- 2Nursys verification
- 3FBI fingerprint background check
- 4Application fee
- 5Infection control coursework (NYS requirement)
Estimated Processing Timeline
Most LPN endorsement applications in New York are processed within 6 to 12 weeks. Processing times may vary based on completeness of your application and current board workload.
This guide is for informational purposes only. Licensure requirements change frequently. Always verify current requirements directly with the New York Board of Nursing.
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