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News ReleaseInterstate Commission of Nurse Licensure Compact Administrators Elects 2025 Executive Committee Members in Special Elections
The Interstate Commission of Nurse Licensure Compact Administrators (ICNLCA), the governing body of the Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC), announces new members of its Executive Committee, elected to two-year terms in two separate special elections.
Posted 12/05/2024
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News UpdateAttention: Nurses Who Wish to Help in Hurricane Efforts
Hurricanes Helene and Milton have wreaked devastating havoc across several states and there are communities in need. Nurses looking to help can find resources here.
Posted 11/08/2024
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News ReleaseInterstate Commission of Nurse Licensure Compact Administrators Elects 2025 Executive Committee
The Interstate Commission of Nurse Licensure Compact Administrators (ICNLCA), the governing body of the Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC), announces new members of its Executive Committee, elected Oct. 1, 2024 to two-year terms.
Posted 10/01/2024
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