Iowa Admin. Code r. 655-3.3

Current through Register Vol. 47, No. 8, October 30, 2024

Rule 655-3.3 - Licensure qualifications for registered nurse and licensed practical nurse

Applicants for registered nurse and licensed practical nurse licenses shall meet the following requirements:

(1) Graduation from an approved nursing program.

(2) Successful passage of the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX®) or the State Board Test Pool Examination, the national examination used prior to 1982. The passing standard shall be the standard established by the testing authority at the time the test was administered.

(3) If applicable, board approval of an applicant with a criminal history, pursuant to rule 655-3.11 (272C), or a record of prior disciplinary action, regardless of jurisdiction.

Iowa Admin. Code r. 655-3.3

ARC 8222B, IAB 10/7/09, effective 11/11/09

Amended by IAB January 7, 2015/Volume XXXVII, Number 14, effective 2/11/2015

Amended by IAB April 24, 2019/Volume XLI, Number 22, effective 5/29/2019

Amended by IAB February 23, 2022/Volume XLIV, Number 17, effective 3/30/2022