Every state in America has different requirements and prerequisites
for people who would like to practice nursing in their chosen state of
residence. In order to become a New York nurse, there are several
different guidelines that one must follow. First and foremost, one
must be of good moral character. This is because as a New York nurse,
you are responsible for all of your patient’s mental and physical well
being. Usually this standard is coupled with a criminal background
check for verification purposes.
Next, you must be at least eighteen years of age and prove so with
valid picture identification such as a driver’s license or passport.
The age is 17 for those who would like to be a licensed practical
nurse, but the age of 18 is required for those who want to be a
registered nurse. Of course, the most obvious requirement is to have
the appropriate educational background. This usually is coupled by a
degree in nursing from an accredited educational institution (college
or university).
If you meet these requirements to become a New York nurse, you must
also file an application for licensure. This also includes some other
necessary forms, so be sure to check with the New York licensing board
and find out exactly what is needed at the time of application. The
application comes with a fee, usually in the amount of about $135 or so
for the licensure fee, and about $35 for a limited permit. There are
stringent educational and examination requirements for both kinds of
nurses, so be sure to check with the New York State education
department to find out what exactly is required. These guidelines are
updated often so it’s important that you find out close to the time of
application to ensure you will have everything you need. The need for
a New York nurse is constantly in high demand, so there are many
wonderful jobs available once you have obtained your license to
practice nursing.