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  • NGN_Summer23_Eng_Final.pdf

    For more information, please see the NCLEX website for links to relevant news and videos. The NGN newsletters are a repository of information regarding the new item types, polytomous scoring, test design, and more related to the updated exam features. The site also provides resources for preparing to take the NGN, such as the candidate tutorial that allows for unlimited interaction with the item types used in the exam, practice items and case studies to review, the candidate bulletin, and a number of other publications.

  • FY24_January_NCLEX_Examination_Committee_Minutes_To_be_approved_by_NEC.pdf

    Discussion: Staff presented the consent agenda for the commitee’s approval. The commitee was given the opportunity to remove any of the consent reports for the business agenda discussion. Decision: Aer review of the report, the commitee approved the consent agenda. #3 AGENDA ITEM: Approve Agenda GOAL: To provide a historical record that the commitee formally approved on the agenda. Discussion: A quorum was established, and the agenda was discussed. Decision: The commitee approved the agenda for the January 16, 2024, NEC meeng as presented. #4 AGENDA ITEM: Approve FY24 October Meeng Minutes GOAL: To approve the minutes from the previous NEC virtual meengs to provide a historical record of the NEC meengs, conference calls and Microso Teams meengs.

  • FY24_January_NCLEX_Examination_Committee_Minutes_Approved_by_NEC.pdf

    Discussion: Staff presented the consent agenda for the commitee’s approval. The commitee was given the opportunity to remove any of the consent reports for the business agenda discussion. Decision: Aer review of the report, the commitee approved the consent agenda. #3 AGENDA ITEM: Approve Agenda GOAL: To provide a historical record that the commitee formally approved on the agenda. Discussion: A quorum was established, and the agenda was discussed. Decision: The commitee approved the agenda for the January 16, 2024, NEC meeng as presented. #4 AGENDA ITEM: Approve FY24 October Meeng Minutes GOAL: To approve the minutes from the previous NEC virtual meengs to provide a historical record of the NEC meengs, conference calls and Microso Teams meengs.

  • REx-PN-CAT.pdf

    Passing Standard Criterion based standard for minimal competency Established with input from a Panel of Judges Pass/fail decision based on being clearly above or below the standard Pass/Fail Decisions • Pass/fail decisions are made when: At least 60 OP items have been answered within the 4-hour exam time • Three stopping rules will be used to terminate an exam and make the pass/fail decision.

  • 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. Reminding of key operational processes such as how candidates can obtain testing accommodations, what the NRBs can do in the event of a natural disaster impacting candidates in their jurisdiction, and how to request score transfers and re-entry. 2025   | Recorded Webinar Where We’ve Been and Where We Are Going: A Guided BON Panel Discussion on Disciplinary Issues Facing your Board   2025   | Event Presentation Jump To Page Prev 1 ... 8 9 10 ... 85 Next Stay Current with NCSBN Join our email list to receive the latest news, publications and events from NCSBN and the world of nursing regulation.

  • KMBT_C654-20131003090749

    The motion was adopted by a vote of 94 to 0. 2026 NCLEX RN Test Plan On behalf of the NCLEX Examination Committee, Chair Crystal Tillman moved to approve the 2026 NCLEX RN Test Plan. The motion was adopted by a vote of 98 to 1. 2026 NCLEX PN Test Plan On behalf of the NCLEX Examination Committee, Chair Crystal Tillman moved to approve the 2026 NCLEX PN Test Plan.

  • PowerPoint Presentation

    • What are the gaps? • What are the priorities? Many, many thanks! bmartin@ncsbn.org Slide 1: A Member Informed Research Agenda Slide 2: A member informed agenda… Slide 3: Methods Slide 4 Slide 5 Slide 6 Slide 7 Slide 8 Slide 9 Slide 10 Slide 11 Slide 12 Slide 13 Slide 14 Slide 15 Slide 16 Slide 17 Slide 18: Let’s discuss Slide 19

  • Nsg_Ed_Outcomes_and_Metrics_Survey_weighted_average_Question_1_and_2_and_summary_report_7_31_2017.pdf

    Calendar year Calendar year as they are reported from Pearson Vue Calendar year Academic year Calendar year, three year average Calendar NDBON fiscal year which is July 1 through June 30 Academic year and quarterly reports The Board regularly receives a two-year pass rate report which captures the first-time pass rate by program for a two-year window. Annual pass rate or quarterly pass rate would be looked at only if below the minimum expectations of 60% in a given tim ...

  • 2022_NCSBN_Annual_Report.pdf

    Nursys is live and dynamic, and all updates to the system are pushed directly from participating boards of nursing databases through frequent, secured data updates. The electronic nurse license verification for endorsement component of Nursys is secure and simple to use. It is accessible anytime from anywhere, 24-hours a day, seven days a week at nursys.com. The verification allows nurses to complete this process in the most efficient way possible. Journal of Nursing Regulation (JNR) 2022 Environmental Scan Published Every year JNR produces a comprehensive overview of the health care landscape with a specific focus on nursing and regulation.

  • 25eNotify%20Flyer-NCSBNID-NRB.pdf

    Recommended Actions The NCSBN ID is a unique nurse identifier (UNI) assigned to every nurse upon initial licensure with any U.S. board of nursing (BON). It’s the only UNI for all U.S. nurses and allows concise communication among systems while still protecting a nurse’s personal identifiable information (PII).