· Voluntary · No Board mandate required
RN Refresher Course for
nurses returning to practice.
A 100-hour voluntary RN training and skills refresher for U.S.-licensed registered nurses. Built for RNs returning after a career break, holding inactive licenses, or rebuilding clinical confidence before re-entry. Online theory, hands-on skills lab, and ALEX AI clinical simulation. No FBON letter required.
— Here is how it works
Three components.
One clinical comeback.
The 100 hours combine theory, hands-on skills lab work, and live clinical simulation through ALEX. Most nurses complete the program in 8 weeks; pacing flexes to fit your schedule.
💻 Theory
Didactic
Online modules covering current clinical standards, medication safety, pathophysiology updates, and evidence-based practice changes since your last assignment.
🩺Skills Lab
Hands-on
In-person practice on the procedures that decay first — IV insertion, sterile technique, Foley placement, medication administration, patient assessment.
🤖 Simulation
ALEX AI
High-fidelity manikin work and AI scenario simulation. Build clinical judgment, prioritization, and emergency-readiness before stepping back onto a unit.
Which track is right for me?
Voluntary refresher or mandated remediation?
Both programs are at Nuvelle. The right one depends on whether the Florida Board of Nursing has directed you to enroll, or whether you are choosing this on your own.
The refresher track (You are here)
RN Refresher
Choose this if you are: a U.S.-licensed RN returning to practice after a break, an RN with an inactive or recently lapsed license, or a nurse rebuilding clinical confidence before bedside re-entry.
100 hours over 8 weeks
No FBON authorization letter required
Online theory + skills lab + ALEX simulation
Outcome: clinical confidence and current-standard practice readiness
Board Mandated
RN Remediation (FBON-Approved)
You need this if you: failed the NCLEX three times, hold a license lapsed 5+ years, or received an FBON letter directing remediation.
176 hours (80 theory + 96 clinical)
FBON authorization letter required for clinical
FBON-ready completion paperwork
Outcome: satisfies Board requirement for NCLEX retake or reinstatement
Not sure which track fits?
A 20-minute consult with a Nuvelle nurse educator answers that question and maps the right next step. Free, no commitment.
— Who Is Eligible
Five paths into
the voluntary track.
If any one of these describes your situation, the voluntary RN refresher is built for you. You must be a U.S.-licensed Registered Nurse to enroll.
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Licensed RNs returning to practice
Whether you have stepped away from nursing for a few months or several years, the course provides a structured pathway to rebuild confidence, update skills, and transition smoothly back into clinical environments.
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RNs with an inactive or lapsed U.S. license
Nurses whose licenses have gone inactive or who are in the process of reactivation and need refreshed skills can use this course to prepare for re-entry. Note: if your Florida license has been lapsed 5+ years, the FBON-approved remediation track is required instead.
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RNs seeking clinical confidence before bedside practice
Some RNs simply want supervised practice to feel confident and safe before accepting a new clinical assignment. The skills lab and simulation hours give you that runway in a no-risk environment.
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RNs updating skills before applying for new roles
If you are preparing for a hospital, clinic, or home health position and want to sharpen competency before re-entering the workforce, the program offers hands-on practice using modern procedures and current standards.
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RNs completing an employer-recommended refresher
Some employers request or encourage a skills update before a new role begins. The program satisfies that need with structured instruction, documented hours, and a Nuvelle completion certificate for HR records.
— AI Simulation
AI clinical simulation that responds to you.
ALEX is Nuvelle's generative AI simulator. Real clinical scenarios, adaptive responses to every intervention, instant analytics. Whether you are returning after a break or rebuilding for the NCLEX, ALEX is where you practice the judgment that classroom theory cannot teach alone.
Realistic interactive practice
ALEX responds to your decisions instantly. Critical thinking and clinical judgment, sharpened in a no-risk environment.
Adaptive vitals and responses
ALEX responds the way a real patient would. No two runs are identical.
Instant feedback and analytics
Your instructor sees exactly where to focus the next session. No wasted hours.
Customizable difficulty
From routine assessments to emergencies. Build the muscle memory in steps.
— Hands-On Skills
The procedures
that decay first.
The 100 hours are weighted toward what nurses actually lose between assignments; the manual skills, the muscle memory, the order of operations. These are practiced in person under RN supervision.
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IV insertion & line management
Peripheral and central line care. Patency checks, dressing changes, flush technique.
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Wound care & sterile technique
Dressing changes, surgical site care, sterile field setup, infection control protocols.
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Foley catheter insertion
Sterile insertion, securement, and removal. CAUTI prevention standards.
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Medication administration
Five rights, high-alert med protocols, IV push technique, pump programming.
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Patient assessment
Head-to-toe assessment, focused assessment, documentation standards
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Transfer, mobility & safety
Safe patient handling, gait belt use, transfer board, fall-risk protocols.
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Vital signs & monitoring
Manual and automated vitals, telemetry basics, recognizing deterioration.
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SBAR & handoff
Structured communication, handoff reports, escalation protocols.
— Meet ALEX
AI clinical simulation that
responds to you.
ALEX is Nuvelle's generative AI simulator. It recreates real clinical scenarios and adapts to every intervention you make so you can build judgment, not just memorize. It is the practice space we wish we had when we were students.
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Realistic interactive practice
ALEX responds to your decisions instantly. Critical thinking and clinical judgment, sharpened in a no-risk environment.
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Hands-on skills building
Routine assessments through emergency responses. Build the muscle memory before you need it at a bedside.
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Personalized feedback
ALEX tracks your performance so your instructor knows exactly where to focus the next session. No wasted study time.
— Clinical Requirements
What you need
before clinical begins.
All documentation must be submitted at the start of the program. We provide checklists and walk you through each item, none of this is meant to be a barrier; it is the standard for working in a Florida healthcare facility.
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Drug testing
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Level II criminal background check (no negative findings)
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Negative PPD test (TB) or chest x-ray
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Flu shot, if in season
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Able to stand for long periods
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Able to lift up to 50 lbs
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Able to meet the physical demands of the role
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Valid government ID and proof of address
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A White Lab Coat and ID will be provided as complimentary from Nuvelle.
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The student is required to wear a navy blue scrub bottom and white top with white socks and white nurse's shoes.
— Three Florida Locations soon
Online Nationwide.
In person at Coral Springs, FL.
Most programs are fully virtual. When you want the hands-on, we run sessions across South, East Central, and Central Florida.
South Florida
Coral Springs, FL
· Broward County · Headquarters
1401 N University Dr #503
ALEX AI simulation lab
Hybrid and in-person cohorts
Serving Miami, Boca Raton, Palm Beach
East Central
Daytona, FL
· Coming soon· Volusia County
Hands-on clinical sessions
Serving Daytona Beach, Ormond, Port Orange
Cohort calendar published quarterly
Central Florida
Lake Mary, FL
· Coming soon· Volusia County
Hands-on clinical sessions
Serving Orlando, Sanford, Heathrow
Cohort calendar published quarterly
RN Refresher Resources in Florida
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Is there an Online RN Remedial Course in Florida?
The answer is: “Yes, but only through Florida Board of Nursing (BON)-approved providers offering virtual or hybrid delivery.”
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Signs You May Need RN Remediation
Feeling stuck after failing the NCLEX or facing licensing issues? RN remediation in Florida may be your best next step. Here’s how to know if it’s time to enroll.
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Failed the NCLEX in Florida? Here’s How Many Times You Can Retake It
First of all: You’re not alone.
Failing the NCLEX is emotionally draining—but it doesn't mean your nursing career is over.
Approved by the Florida Board of Nursing
Advance your nursing career with confidence through state-approved education that meets the highest industry standards. At Nuvelle, we are officially Approved by the Florida Board of Nursing, ensuring our courses provide the knowledge, skills, and credentials you need to succeed.
— Frequently Asked
Common questions.
Most of the questions below come from the intake calls our team takes every week. If yours is not here, the fastest way to a real answer is a free 20-minute call.
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It is a 100-hour, 8-week program for U.S.-licensed Registered Nurses who want to refresh clinical skills, rebuild confidence, or prepare to return to nursing practice. The program includes didactic theory, hands-on skills lab training, and ALEX AI clinical simulation. It is voluntary - no Florida Board of Nursing mandate is required to enroll.
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The voluntary refresher is 100 hours over 8 weeks and is taken by choice . no Board letter required. The mandated RN remediation course is 176 hours (80 theory + 96 clinical) and is required by the Florida Board of Nursing for nurses who failed the NCLEX three times, have a license lapsed 5+ years, or were directed by the Board. The voluntary course is for nurses returning to practice; the mandated course clears a regulatory requirement. -
The refresher is 100 hours total, completed over 8 weeks. Hours include online theory modules, in-person nursing skills lab training, and clinical simulation through ALEX. Pacing can be adjusted to fit your schedule, and enrollment is open year-round.
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Any U.S.-licensed Registered Nurse including those returning to practice after a career break, RNs with inactive or lapsed licenses preparing for reactivation, nurses seeking clinical confidence before bedside re-entry, RNs updating skills before applying for new roles, and nurses completing an employer-recommended skills refresher.
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Hands-on skills include: IV insertion and line management, wound care and sterile technique, Foley catheter insertion, medication administration, patient assessment, transfer, mobility and safety techniques, and vital signs monitoring. Each skill is practiced under RN supervision until the standard is met.
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AI-powered scenarios through ALEX and high-fidelity manikin simulations designed to strengthen clinical judgment, prioritization, delegation, emergency readiness, SBAR communication, and safe decision-making. ALEX adapts to your interventions in real time — no two simulation runs are identical.
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The Florida Board of Nursing wants to make sure you’re fully prepared to provide top-notch care before you return to work. This program helps refresh your nursing skills and gets you ready for current healthcare standards.
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An RN license is considered lapsed if it has not been renewed by the biennial renewal deadline set by the Florida Board of Nursing. If a license has been inactive or expired for five years or more, the Board requires completion of an approved RN remediation program; not the voluntary refresher before reinstatement. Shorter lapses may be eligible for the voluntary refresher track. A free consult is the fastest way to confirm which fits your situation.
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Not by itself. The voluntary refresher is a clinical skills update — it does not satisfy the Florida Board of Nursing requirement for license reinstatement after a 5+ year lapse. If your license has been inactive for five years or more, you need the FBON-approved 176-hour remediation course instead. A nurse educator can confirm your situation on a free consult.
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Get the skills sharp.
Get the confidence back.
A free 20-minute consult with a Nuvelle nurse educator. We will look at your situation — license status, time away, what you want to do next — and confirm whether the voluntary refresher is the right track for you.