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  • Percentages_Accredited_Programs_L2L.pdf

    Accreditation rates previously reported from 2012 applied a similar methodology (Spector & Woods, 2013). Since 2012, there has been a 6.5% increase (N = 3,874 in 2012) in the number of programs across all types but a majority of this is due to the large increase in baccalaureate programs, 811 (in 2012) to 1,036 (present). When comparing the 2012 accreditation rates to the current rates, there is a decrease in the accreditation rate from 96% to 89.1% for baccalaureate degree programs or higher and a slight increase from 52% to 53.2% for associate degree programs.

  • Microsoft Word - Tri-RegulatorPositionStmt.docx

    We also acknowledge the Interprofessional Education Collaborative in its development of core competencies for interprofessional collaborative practice for the next generation of health care providers (May 2011). The Tri-Regulator Collaborative supports a team-based approach to patient care that utilizes the education, training, expertise and abilities of individual team members in order to deliver health care that is efficient, interprofessional, cost-effective, and evidence-based (wher ...

  • Patient_Confidentiality_Violation-Social_Media-Interview.docx

    YES NO Previous Complaint YES NO Outcome: Jurisdiction(s) Previous Discipline YES NO Explain: Jurisdiction(s) Describe the circumstances leading to the incident being investigated. Discuss your understanding of appropriate use of social media by nurses. What is appropriate? (Provide Examples) What is your understanding of HIPAA? Was your position at the time of the reported incident, subject to HIPAA requirements? YES NO Define protected health information (“PHI”) What is your facility’s policy related to using social media?

  • 2021SciSymp_YXue.pdf

    Through teamwork with physicians, they expand capacity and increase efficiency of healthcare delivery • Substitution role – They serve as a usual source of care provider as an alternative to physicians – In this role, NPs have primary responsibility for their patients, though they may consult with and refer patients to physicians State NP Scope-of-Practice Regulation NP practice is governed by state scope-of-practice (SOP) regulation, which varies from state to state 2021 State NP Pract ...

  • Resources | NCSBN

    The National Council of State Boards of Nursing (NCSBN) produces publications, online courses and videos that contribute to the body of nursing knowledge. In this session, speakers discuss the essential role of clinical judgment in entry-level nursing and its impact on client safety, along with providing exemplary instances of the application of clinical judgment in the educational setting. 2023   | Event Presentation NCLEX Overview: Exam Development   The NCLEX is a valid and reliable standardized exam that measures the minimal competency required to practice safe, entry-level nursing. To achieve this, the exam is developed using a multilayered process that includes an evidence-based content outline, item development using nursing content expert volunteers, several reviews, and industry-standard exam principles.

  • 2025nlc-governance-2.pdf

    What this Subpoena Authority is NOT Intended for… • When the BON in State A needs routine BON investigative information from the BON in State B regarding a joint MSL or PTP case investigation. • There is specific authority in the NLC pertaining to the sharing of investigative information as described in this scenario which precludes the need to subpoena this information from a BON in an NLC state. • Article VI (i): “The Compact administrator of a party state shall provide all investigative documents and information requested by another party state.”

  • 2020_Practice_Academic_Partnership.pdf

    Practice/Academic Partnership During the COVID-19 Crisis Maryann Alexander, PhD, RN, FAAN Julie Zerwic, PhD, RN, FAHA, FAAN Kathy Dolter, PhD, RN Sarah Phipps, MSHA, BSN, RN Context • COVID-19 is affecting thousands of people. • There is a significant demand on the nursing workforce. • Yet, hospitals have closed their doors to students. Policy Brief • 10 organizations and BONs collaborated • Purpose: Innovative approach for meeting clinical experience needs and supporting the nursing workforce, during COVID-19 and beyond Model • Develop partnerships between education and health care facilities. • Students are paid and get academic credit. • Faculty provide oversight and evaluate students.

  • APRN Consensus Model Toolkit | NCSBN

    Although each APRN role has unique aspects to their scope of practice, there are often commonalities in the care they are educated, certified and authorized to provide. This care is provided in diverse settings, including hospital surgical suites. Certified Nurse Midwife (CNM) The CNM provides a full range of primary health care services to women throughout the lifespan, including gynecologic care, family planning services, preconception care, prenatal and postpartum care, childbirth, and care of the newborn.

  • ProtectingJOBsActLetter.116.Final.03.04.2019.pdf

    Elizabeth Warren United States Senate United States Senate 284 Russell Senate Office Building 317 Hart Senate Office Building Washington, DC 20510 Washington, DC 20510 Sen. Rubio and Sen. Warren: The National Council of State Boards of Nursing (NCSBN) is pleased to support the Protecting Job Opportunities for Borrowers (JOBs) Act (S. 609). We commend you for introducing a bill that meaningfully addresses the issue of state license revocation resulting from student loan default. NCSBN is an independent, non-profit association comprising 59 boards of nursing (BONs) from across the U.S., the District of Columbia and four U.S. territories.

  • 2024itops_jschwartz.pdf

    NCLEX Online Preview for NRB IT/Operations Staff Overview • What is NCLEX Online? • How will it impact IT/Ops staff? • Support for NRBs • Status and next steps • Questions What is NCLEX Online? What is NCLEX Online? • Expanded access • Enhanced security • Streamlined NRB toolkit Expanded access • What does access look like today?