Initial requirements for advanced practice registered nurse licensure

Applicants for advanced practice registered nurse licensure must: 1. Possess a current license to practice as a registered nurse in North Dakota or in a compact state; 2. Submit evidence of completion of an accredited graduate level advanced practice registered nurse program in one of the four roles and with at least one population focus; 3. Submit evidence of current certification by a national nursing certifying body in the advanced practice registered nurse role and population foci appropriate to educational preparation. Primary source verification of certification is required; 4. Not have an encumbered license or privilege to practice in any state or territory; 5. Submit a completed notarized application and pay the fee of one hundred twenty-five dollars; 6. Certify that scope of practice is consistent with their nursing education and nursing certification; and 7. After December 31, 2015, all applicants for advanced practice registered nurse licensure must meet the licensure requirements in this chapter.