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Leadership Succession Committee (LSC) member, Joe Baker, Jr., discusses leadership opportunities at NCSBN and how participation has benefited him personally and professionally.

January 12, 2022

This annual report functions as a formal summary of NCSBN’s performance and activities during fiscal year 2021. This includes NCSBN membership achievements, financial and business information including operating statements and listings of the Board of Directors, committees and staff that follows NCSBN’s fiscal year spanning Oct. 1, 2020 to Sept. 30, 2021.

November 30, 2021

The webinar will be presented by the Content Development team. The team will provide attendees with a brief overview of the Next Generation NCLEX (NGN) standalone item samples and how they are used on the exam. Content Development experts will walk you through a detailed session where you will learn about the development and the use of NGN standalone items in the measurement of clinical judgment.

Webinar topics include:

• Overview of the NCSBN Clinical Judgment Model
• NGN Trend Items
• NGN Bow Tie Items
• Available NGN resources

NCSBN ensures the fair and secure delivery of the REx-PN by administering the exam under strict supervision and security measures. The first part of this session will highlight the security measures NCSBN has in place for the REx-PN, including incidents that occur at testing centers as well as our confidentiality agreement with students. During the second part of this session, you will learn about the testing accommodation process, including the roles of the candidate, NCSBN, Pearson Vue and nursing regulatory bodies.

The REx-PN uses CAT and psychometric theory coupled with computer-driven administration to produce a psychometrically sound, standardized exam for measuring the minimal competency required to practice safe, entry-level nursing. 

Ever wonder how REx-PN items are developed? This session will explain the processes and steps every REx-PN item goes through before it can be used on the REx-PN. Opportunities for educator involvement will also be highlighted. 

Standard setting is a process used by testing professionals to determine the passing score on a test. It is an important step in establishing the validity and legal defensibility of an exam program. The REx-PN exam will evaluate the passing standard every five years. During this session, NCSBN staff will discuss steps involved in setting the REx-PN standard.