Vermont nursing license by endorsement
How a nurse licensed in another state gets a Vermont license by endorsement: the steps, background check, temporary license, renewal and continuing education, with the board's own sources.
| At a glance | Vermont |
|---|---|
| Licensing board | Vermont Board of Nursing |
| Nurse Licensure Compact | Compact state |
| Fingerprint background check | Required. Fingerprint-supported background check required; not repeated if one was done for an OPR nursing license with no lapse. |
| Nursys license verification | Accepted |
| Temporary license while you wait | 90-day provisional license, up to 90 days. Single-state only. Issued when only license verification or background check results are outstanding; once per applicant, not extendable. |
| RN renewal cycle | Every 2 years, fee $220 |
| Continuing education | RN/LPN renewal: 400 practice hours in prior 2 years (or 960 in 5), or 20 hours qualifying CE, or current national certification. |
| Processing time, per the board | "Please allow a minimum of 5 full business days for processing. Processing times may vary depending on volume." |
How to get your Vermont license, step by step
- Check the compact first. If your primary state of residence is a compact state and you hold a multistate license, you can practice in Vermont without applying again. If you move your residence to Vermont, you apply for a Vermont license as your new home state.
- Start the application on the board's site. Use the board's licensure by endorsement page.
- Verify your license through Nursys. Request verification from each state where you are or were licensed. Boards that use Nursys receive it electronically.
- Complete the fingerprint background check. The board requires fingerprints for endorsement applicants. Follow its instructions for where to get them taken.
- Ask about the temporary license. The board offers a 90-day provisional license valid up to 90 days while the application is processed. Check the conditions before you plan a start date.
- Pay the fee and send documents. Fingerprint and vendor fees can be separate. Keep copies of everything you submit.
- Tell your recruiter your status. Employers set their own start dates around licensing, so your recruiter needs to know where your application stands.
Specific to Vermont
- Fast Track Endorsement available to professionals licensed in another state for 3 or more years.
- Endorsement applicants must request Nursys verification of original license and most recent state of nursing employment; Quick Confirm report not accepted.
What RNs earn in Vermont
The BLS median for registered nurses in Vermont is $40.94 per hour, about $85,150 a year. See the full RN salary guide for Vermont.
| Metro area | Median / hr | Median / year |
|---|---|---|
| Burlington-South Burlington, VT | $40.70 | $84,660 |
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, OEWS, May 2024.
RN jobs in Vermont · Vermont state guide · Nurse Licensure Compact guide · Endorsement checklist
Sources
These facts come from the Vermont Board of Nursing web pages below. Checked 2026-10-16.
- sos.vermont.gov/nursing/ (board website)
- sos.vermont.gov/nursing/nursing-faqs/ (endorsement application, background check, Nursys verification)
- outside.vermont.gov/dept/sos/office_professional_regulation/general/initial_lic (fees, renewal fee)
- legislature.vermont.gov/statutes/section/26/028/01577 (renewal fee, renewal)
- sos.vermont.gov/nursing/apply-renew (background check, temporary license, processing time, state notes)
- outside.vermont.gov/dept/sos/office_professional_regulation/professions/nursing (continuing education)
- outside.vermont.gov/dept/sos/office_professional_regulation/professions/nursing (state notes)
Requirements change. Always confirm with the Vermont Board of Nursing before you apply or accept a start date. This guide is general information and not legal advice.
Common questions
Is Vermont a nurse licensure compact state?
Vermont is in the Nurse Licensure Compact. A nurse whose home state is also a compact state can practice here on a multistate license.
Can I work in Vermont while my license is processed?
The board offers a 90-day provisional license, valid up to 90 days. Single-state only. Issued when only license verification or background check results are outstanding; once per applicant, not extendable. Confirm the conditions with the board.
How long does it take to get a Vermont license?
The board says: "Please allow a minimum of 5 full business days for processing. Processing times may vary depending on volume."
Does Valorem Health help with Vermont licensing?
Your recruiter tells you which license each role needs and what the facility requires. You apply to the board, and our credentialing team helps with documents for onboarding.
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