Mission, Vision & Values
Our Mission
NCSBN empowers and supports nursing regulators in their mandate to protect the public.
Our Vision
Leading regulatory excellence worldwide.
Our Values
Collaboration
Forging solutions through respect, diversity, inclusion and collective strength of all stakeholders.
Transparency
Demonstrating and expecting openness, clear communication and equity and accountability of processes and outcomes.
Innovation
Embracing change as an opportunity to better organize endeavors for all and turn new ideas into action.
Integrity
Doing the right thing for the right reasons through honest, open and ethical dialogue.
Excellence
Striving to be and do our best in rapidly changing environments.
Strategic Initiative Statement
We protect the public and the trust in nursing by providing innovative regulatory solutions, insights and expertise.
Objectives
Model Act and Rules Advancement
Strengthen nursing regulation nationwide by updating the Model Act & Rules into a streamlined, evidence-based framework that provides Member Boards with contemporary standards across licensure, governance, practice, education, and discipline.
Championing the APRN Compact
Expand access to care with a licensure-only model for the APRN Compact, building on the Nurse Licensure Compact’s proven model for successful state adoption and licensure mobility across state lines while preserving public protection.
Governance and Bylaws Alignment
Align NCSBN's governance structure and bylaws with strategic priorities to strengthen organizational effectiveness and advance regulatory excellence.
Member Engagement Evolution
Create an environment where Member Boards can easily engage, consult, and collaborate on key issues surrounding nursing regulation and the trust of nursing.
Member Learning Transformation
Advance regulatory excellence by transforming the International Center for Regulatory Scholarship (ICRS) into a comprehensive, on-demand learning program with approachable, real-world experiences that help members succeed today and excel tomorrow.
Regulatory Metrics Modernization
Empower Member Boards with actionable insights by developing a comprehensive regulatory metrics framework and making data accessible, enabling them to measure their impact and effectiveness while driving continuous improvement.
Professional Growth Program
Cultivate employee growth and build organizational capacity by developing leadership capabilities and the skills needed to meet rapidly evolving business demands and drive long-term success.
Remote Proctoring Innovation
Expand candidate access and build exam administration resilience by implementing remote NCLEX testing while maintaining exam security and integrity.
Board of Directors
An 11-member, elected Board of Directors is charged with overseeing implementation of policy and directing the activities of NCSBN.
Invaluable Resources
NCSBN offers a variety of publications, papers, videos, webinars, and other resources presenting in-depth information that contribute to the body of nursing knowledge.
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2026 NCSBN Environmental Scan
This free supplement provides a comprehensive overview of the health care landscape with a specific focus on nursing and regulation.
Read the Environmental Scan
2026 NCLEX-RN Test Plan
The test plan includes an in-depth overview of the content categories along with new details about administration of the exam.
Get the Test Plan
NCSBN Launches National Nursing Education Database
The latest issue of In Focus looks at the new dashboards that provide unique insights into nursing programs.
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