Washington § 18.79.190 - Reciprocity — Foreign programs — Examination.

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§ 18.79.190. Reciprocity — Foreign programs — Examination.

Upon approval of the application by the board, the department shall issue a license by endorsement without examination to practice as a registered nurse or as a licensed practical nurse to a person who is licensed as a registered nurse or licensed practical nurse under the laws of another state, territory, or possession of the United States, and who meets all other qualifications for licensing.
An applicant who has graduated from a school or program of nursing outside the United States and is licensed as a registered nurse or licensed practical nurse, or their equivalents, outside the United States must meet all qualifications required by this chapter and pass examinations as determined by the board.
[ 2025 c 58 s 5015; 1994 sp.s. c 9 s 419.]

Notes

Explanatory note—2025 c 58: See note following RCW 1.16.050.

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