How do I send my fingerprint card to the Florida Board of Nursing?
If you need to submit a fingerprint card for a background check to the Florida Board of Nursing, follow these steps:
1. Use an Approved Live Scan Provider:
- The Florida Board of Nursing typically requires applicants to submit fingerprints electronically via Live Scan. However, if you are an out-of-state applicant or unable to visit a Live Scan provider in Florida, you may need to submit an FD-258 fingerprint card.
- Contact a Board-approved fingerprint service provider that accepts FD-258 cards and can convert the fingerprints into an electronic submission for the Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE).
2. Complete the Fingerprint Card:
- Have your fingerprints taken on an FD-258 card by a law enforcement agency or certified fingerprint provider in your area.
- Make sure the fingerprint card is filled out correctly with all required personal information (name, date of birth, etc.).
3. Submit the Fingerprint Card to a Third-Party Processor:
- You cannot mail the fingerprint card directly to the Florida Board of Nursing or FDLE. Instead, you will need to mail the fingerprint card to an approved third-party provider that can scan and electronically submit your fingerprints to the FDLE on your behalf.
- One such provider is Certifix, but you can check with the Board for a list of approved vendors.
4. Include Required Information:
- When submitting your fingerprint card through a third-party vendor, ensure that you provide:
- Your Originating Agency Identification (ORI) number specific to the Florida Board of Nursing. This ORI ensures your background check results are sent to the correct agency.
- Your payment for fingerprint processing, as required by the third-party provider and the FDLE.
5. Track the Submission:
- Once the vendor submits your fingerprints electronically, you can track your background check using the Transaction Control Number (TCN) provided by the Live Scan processor.
Summary of Steps:
- Get fingerprinted on an FD-258 card by a certified provider.
- Send the card to an approved third-party processor who will submit the fingerprints to FDLE electronically.
- Provide the correct ORI number and payment.
- Track your submission using your TCN.
For more details, you can visit the Florida Board of Nursing website or contact your chosen third-party processor.
