Nurse Licensure Compact (eNLC) Multi-State Checker
Instant reciprocity verification for 41+ compact states, pending jurisdictions, and non-compact states. Validate multi-state clinical travel privileges and avoid Joint Commission compliance citations.
Instant Reciprocity Compliance Checker
Mutual eNLC Compact: Immediate Practice Authorized
Both Texas and Florida are active eNLC member states. A nurse holding an active multi-state license issued by Texas can practice in Florida immediately without applying for a new license.
50-State & Territory eNLC Status Directory
Real-time licensing status across all U.S. jurisdictions
Alabama
Full eNLC implementation.
Alaska
Active legislative bills introduced.
Arizona
Full eNLC implementation.
Arkansas
Full eNLC implementation.
California
Single-state endorsement required. Endorsement processing typically 6-10 weeks.
Colorado
Full eNLC implementation.
Connecticut
Enacted compact; multi-state licenses honored.
Delaware
Full eNLC implementation.
Florida
Full eNLC implementation.
Georgia
Full eNLC implementation.
Guam
U.S. Territory honoring eNLC multi-state licenses.
Hawaii
Active legislative study.
Idaho
Full eNLC implementation.
Illinois
Enacted eNLC legislation; awaiting board implementation date.
Indiana
Full eNLC implementation.
Iowa
Full eNLC implementation.
Kansas
Full eNLC implementation.
Kentucky
Full eNLC implementation.
Louisiana
Full eNLC implementation for RNs & LPNs.
Maine
Full eNLC implementation.
Maryland
Full eNLC implementation.
Massachusetts
Active legislative bills pending review.
Michigan
Bipartisan bills introduced.
Minnesota
Active legislative bills pending.
Mississippi
Full eNLC implementation.
Missouri
Full eNLC implementation.
Montana
Full eNLC implementation.
Nebraska
Full eNLC implementation.
Nevada
Single-state Nevada license required.
New Hampshire
Full eNLC implementation.
New Jersey
Full eNLC implementation.
New Mexico
Full eNLC implementation.
New York
Single-state NY license required. Lengthy processing times (8-14 weeks).
North Carolina
Full eNLC implementation.
North Dakota
Full eNLC implementation.
Ohio
Full eNLC implementation.
Oklahoma
Full eNLC implementation.
Oregon
Single-state Oregon license required.
Pennsylvania
Allows nurses with multi-state licenses to practice in PA; PA resident multi-state rollout in progress.
Rhode Island
Full eNLC implementation.
South Carolina
Full eNLC implementation.
South Dakota
Full eNLC implementation.
Tennessee
Full eNLC implementation.
Texas
Full eNLC implementation.
Utah
Full eNLC implementation.
Vermont
Full eNLC implementation.
Virginia
Full eNLC implementation.
Virgin Islands
Enacted eNLC.
Washington
Enacted compact; multi-state licenses recognized.
West Virginia
Full eNLC implementation.
Wisconsin
Full eNLC implementation.
Wyoming
Full eNLC implementation.
The Primary State of Residence (PSOR) Regulatory Standard
Compliance errors in multi-state travel nursing typically stem from misunderstanding the Primary State of Residence (PSOR) requirement established by the National Council of State Boards of Nursing (NCSBN).
A nurse cannot simply choose which state to hold their compact license in. Under the eNLC Model Rules:
- A nurse must declare their legal primary state of residence based on tax return filing, voter registration, or permanent residential address.
- The home state board of nursing conducts federal fingerprint criminal background checks before granting multi-state privileges.
- If a traveling nurse moves permanently (e.g., changes their driver's license and voter registration) to a new state, they have 60 days to transition their license to the new home state.
Prevent Uncredentialed Multi-State Placements Automatically
YourMedSoft automatically validates eNLC compact privileges against Nursys in real time when scheduling shifts. Never risk a Joint Commission citation for an unverified travel nurse placement.