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Notice: On April 25, 2025, the Illinois Department of Labor amended its rules (68 Ill. Admin Code 690) for the Nurse Agency Licensing Act. The Department is currently working to update materials and guidance in accordance to reflect the amended rules.
Nurse Agency Licensing Act
Protects the public's right to high quality health care by licensing and mandating standards of operation for nurse agencies which refer, employ, or assign registered nurses, licensed practical nurses or certified nurse aides to Illinois health care facilities.
Applying for a Nurse Agency License
IDOL will accept only the Application form that is currently posted on the website. Please ensure that the required supportive documents are included with the respective type of application submission. Please note that different documents are needed for new and renewal applications.
- Instructions
- Application checklist
- Application for Nurse Agency License: Online application form and paper application form
- Renewal Instructions
Accessing the Nursing Agency Licensing Portal
- NALA Portal Instructions - This portal is currently used to fulfill the contract, facility, and invoice reporting obligations.
Online Payment Information:
- New/Penalty/Renewal Application
Contact
- Nurse Agency Licensing Information: (312) 793-1804
- Email: DOL.NurseAgency@Illinois.gov
Forms/Links
- See the law, 225 ILCS 510/1-15 (Legislative Website)
NEW AMENDMENTS TO NURSE LICENSING AGENCY ACT:
See PA 102-0946 Sections 10-99 (Legislative Website)- Administrative Rules, 68 Ill. Adm. Code 690 (Legislative Website)
*Rule-making subject to PA 102-0946 is under review. Nurse Agencies should contact the Department for clarification or seek legal advice involving their contracts. Interim Guidance can be provided here. - Attestation Form
- IDPH Health Care Worker Registry