License guide → Pennsylvania

Pennsylvania Nursing License by Endorsement

For RNs already licensed in another state. From the Pennsylvania State Board of Nursing.

Nurse Licensure Compact
Yes — a multistate license from another compact state works here
Temporary license
Yes — Temporary practice permit nonrenewable, valid 1 year; extension only for illness or extreme hardship ($85).
Processing time
Not stated by the board
Application fee
$120 (For applicants licensed in another state; IdentoGO FBI fingerprint fee separate.)
Fingerprints / background check
Required
Good to know
Requires 3 hours of Board-approved child abuse recognition and reporting CE.
Apply with the Pennsylvania boardTravel nurse jobs in Pennsylvania

Sources: pa.gov · pa.gov · pa.gov · pa.gov · nursecompact.com. Compiled November 2026. Fees and rules change; confirm with the board before you apply.