Licensure requirements ensure that nurses meet specific educational and professional standards before they can practice. However, the process of obtaining and maintaining a nursing license can be cumbersome. Nurses must pass the NCLEX exam, and in some states, they must also meet additional requirements such as background checks and clinical hours. Furthermore, nurses moving to a different state must navigate the complexities of obtaining a new license through endorsements or the Nurse Licensure Compact, if applicable.
