Who has the authority to issue a temporary nursing license in South Carolina?

The South Carolina Board of Nursing holds the authority to issue temporary nursing licenses. This power is granted to the Board as part of its regulatory responsibilities for nursing practice in the state. By overseeing the licensure process, the Board ensures that all applicants meet the necessary standards and qualifications to provide nursing care safely and effectively.

Temporary nursing licenses are typically issued to candidates who have completed their nursing education and are awaiting the results of their licensing examination or to individuals who are already licensed in another state but wish to work in South Carolina temporarily. This allowance helps address workforce needs in healthcare settings while maintaining public safety and professional standards.

The other entities mentioned do not have the authority to issue such licenses. The State Governor does not manage specific licensing processes; local health departments focus primarily on public health and community services instead of individual licensing. Healthcare facilities may employ nurses but do not have the ability to grant licenses, as this falls under the jurisdiction of the professional regulatory body, the South Carolina Board of Nursing.