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The Journal of Nursing Regulation (JNR) is a peer-reviewed, academic/professional journal published quarterly in January, April, July and October. It provides a worldwide forum for sharing research, evidence-based practice, and innovative strategies and solutions related to nursing regulation and practice. 

The Journal of Nursing Regulation is available online. Questions or comments may be directed to jnr@ncsbn.org.

Highlights for before, during and after the REx-PN. Includes information on The Eight Steps of the REx-PN, acceptable identification and rules for scheduling/rescheduling your appointment.

The REx-PN candidate bulletin contains information for all registrations and scheduling of REx-PN appointments.

This review aims to advance insight into AI's transformative potential in nursing by examining current and prospective applications of AI across five key domains: workforce planning, education, practice, regulatory frameworks, and the AI-human ecosystem.

• Preparing Clinical Educators to Bridge the Gaps in Clinical Education
• School Spotlight: Integrating Regulatory Content into Nursing Curriculum
• Collaboration in Action: How a State Nursing Workforce Center and Nursing Regulatory Board Unite to Support Nursing
• Clinical Teaching Toolkit: No-Cost, Online Resources
• Vocational Nursing Courses Support Nursing Career Path for Texas High School Students
• My Experience as a Scholar in Residence
• NCSBN Launches National Nursing Education Database Dashboard: Resource Spotlights Key Quality Indicators of US Nursing Education Programs

The NCLEX-PN test plan includes an in-depth overview of the content categories along with new details about administration of the exam as well as clinical judgment.

The NCLEX-RN test plan includes an in-depth overview of the content categories along with new details about administration of the exam as well as clinical judgment.

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• Distinctive Insights into Nursing Programs No One Else Provides: NCSBN Launches National Nursing Education Database
• Embracing Change: The College of Registered Nurses of Alberta Wins NCSBN’s 2025 Regulatory Achievement Award
• Pathways to Leadership: Leading with Purpose
• NCLEX Online Update: Our Commitment to Public Protection is Non-negotiable
• Reflections on the NLC 25th Anniversary in 2025

With nominations now open for the annual NCSBN Awards Program, NCSBN Member Engagement offered an informational kickoff designed to make the awards nomination process as smooth and streamlined as possible. Led by Member Outreach Director Jason Schwartz, MS, the webinar covered the following topics:

• Award categories and eligibility;
• The new and improved FY 2026 awards nomination form; and
• Sample awards submissions and resources.

The award submission deadline is March 26, 2026.

Nursys Quarterly Education Session providing an overview of Nursys Reports at Your Fingertips.

This webinar discusses ongoing REx-PN development to support the valid and reliable assessment of the knowledge and abilities required to practice safe and effective registered practical nursing at the entry-level in British Columbia and Ontario. 

This webinar discusses ongoing REx-PN development to support the valid and reliable assessment of the knowledge and abilities required to practice safe and effective registered practical nursing at the entry-level in British Columbia and Ontario.