How do I verify a Nursing license in Illinois?

Effective August 3rd, 2015, individuals needing verification of an Illinois RN or LPN license should visit the Nursys website at https://www.nursys.com/.

How do I lookup my Illinois Nursing license number?

The online Licensee Lookup at https://online-dfpr.micropact.com/lookup/licenselookup.aspx is updated daily. Any changes should appear the day after your renewal application has been processed.

Is Illinois a compact state yet?

Although Illinois is not a Nurse Compact state, nurses may be licensed by examination or endorsement. Those who have taken the required exam elsewhere may be licensed by “acceptance of exam” even if they are not licensed in another jurisdiction.

How do I check the status of my drivers license in Illinois?

Call the Secretary of State at 217-782-6212 and press option 1 to check if your license is valid. Have your Social Security Number and Driver’s License Number handy. Your license might still have a suspension or a hold if there were multiple reasons for suspension/hold on your record.

What states accept Illinois RN license?

Illinois.

Indiana.

Iowa.

Kansas.

Kentucky.

Louisiana.

Maine.

Maryland.

Can Illinois nurses work in other states?

Currently, Illinois nurses must obtain licenses for each state in which they wish to practice. Under the eNLC, nurses apply for one multistate license that allows them to practice in any state that has signed on to the compact.

How do I get an Illinois nursing license?

You must apply for licensure by endorsement in the new state of residency.

Your compact license will be changed to a single-state license valid only in the state you have chosen.

You must notify the board of nursing in the state you moved out of so they can take actions to inactivate your license from their board.

How to verify your LVN license?

Pass a medical assessment. Vocational licence holders at the age of 50 and above must undergo regular medical check-ups to keep their licence valid,even if their licence does not

Complete refresher course. Taxi and private hire car drivers must complete refresher training every 6 years.

Have up to date Medisave contributions.

How much does a nursing license cost in Illinois?

How much does an Illinois nursing license cost? A $50 application fee is required. Renewal: Registered nurses must renew registered licenses by 5/31 of each even year with proof of completion of 20 hours of continuing education completed in the past two years, and renewal fees of $80.

How to get a nursing license in Illinois?

Criminal History

Felony Convictions

Dishonorable discharge from military service

Disease or conditions that may interfere with professional work

Denial of a prior professional license

Failure to comply with a child support order,defaulting on a student loan,or defaulting on taxes