Search NCSBN

The search results displayed are from the entire site. Visit the Resources Section to focus your search and filter only resource items (publications, videos, papers, toolkits and other resources).

  • About NCSBN Applications & Groups | NCSBN

    About NCSBN Applications & Groups. Subscribe to our Email List Follow Us Explore NCSBN Exams Nursing Regulation Compacts Policy Research Membership About Resources News Events Resource Center Regulatory Atlas Meridians JNR Careers Related Links APRN Compact NCLEX NLC NURSYS REx-PN Need Help? Contact NCSBN NCSBN Help Center Contact a Board of Nursing Members Only Sign in to access NCSBN members only information. Member Resources NCSBN Passport Terms Trademarks Privacy Trust Center Help Sitemap © National Council of State Boards of Nursing, Inc. | All Rights Reserved.

  • 2022_NCLEXExamStats-final.pdf

    The examination continues in this way until a pass-fail decision can be determined. Because the examination could end at any time after the minimum number of items has been answered, it is important that the test plan specifications are met throughout the entire test. Setting the Passing Standard To ensure a consistent standard of competence in nursing practice, NCSBN uses a criterion-referenced standard, which means that passing or failing depends solely upon a candidate’s level of performance in relation to the established point that represents safe entry- level competence.

  • 2024_NCLEXExamStats_Final.pdf

    The examination continues in this way until a pass-fail decision can be determined. Because the examination could end at any time after the minimum number of items has been answered, it is important that the test plan specifications are met throughout the entire test. Setting the Passing Standard To ensure a consistent standard of competence in nursing practice, NCSBN uses a criterion-referenced standard, which means that passing or failing depends solely upon a candidate’s level of performance in relation to the established point that represents safe entry- level competence.

  • 2023_NCLEXExamStats_Final.pdf

    The examination continues in this way until a pass-fail decision can be determined. Because the examination could end at any time after the minimum number of items has been answered, it is important that the test plan specifications are met throughout the entire test. Setting the Passing Standard To ensure a consistent standard of competence in nursing practice, NCSBN uses a criterion-referenced standard, which means that passing or failing depends solely upon a candidate’s level of performance in relation to the established point that represents safe entry- level competence.

  • 2025_NCLEXExamStats_Final.pdf

    The examination continues in this way until a pass-fail decision can be determined. Because the examination could end at any time after the minimum number of items has been answered, it is important that the test plan specifications are met throughout the entire test. Setting the Passing Standard To ensure a consistent standard of competence in nursing practice, NCSBN uses a criterion-referenced standard, which means that passing or failing depends solely upon a candidate’s level of performance in relation to the established point that represents safe entry- level competence.

  • 2021SciSymp_nozturk-prelicensure-challenges.pdf

    Deans/Directors of RN and LPN programs • When: July and August 2020 • Why: States flexibility on clinical environment, and online instruction guidelines Methodology • The survey was administered using Qualtrics (Provo, UT). • The RN-prelicensure survey was 14 items, across three domains a) Baseline institutional information b) Clinical education changes c) Didactic education changes • The LPN/VN-prelicensure survey was similarly designed, with the exception of two domains addressing the identification of clinical sites, and virtual simulation. • Respondents were given five weeks to complete the survey, with reminders one week after the initial dissemination.

  • 2025am_dickison-polk-johnson.pdf

    Bringing Clarity to Action: From Mission to Strategy Bringing Clarity to Action: Our mission is our purpose Our vision is our destination Our values are our character Our mission is our purpose Our vision is our destination Our values are our character Our strategy statement is our plan for action The Power of a Strategy Statement It defines three key elements: • Our ultimate objective • Our unique advantages • Our scope A strategy statement is an internal document that bridges elements of mission and vision to a clear plan for action. It helps us realize our value and maximize our impact.

  • 2020NCLEX_SKao.pdf

    Which candidate has the highest ability? • Candidate A who passed with 60 operational items. • Candidate B who passed with 130 operational items. • Candidate C who passed with 100 operational items and the exam ran out of time. Thank you! For more information about NCLEX® CAT, please visit: https://www.ncsbn.org/videos.htm https://www.ncsbn.org/videos.htm

  • 2021NCLEX_LJohnson.pdf

    NCLEX Fair & Comprehensive Entry- Level Current Practice NCLEX® Processes Development Maintenance Measurement NCLEX NCLEX® Overview • Development • Practice Analysis • NCLEX Test Plan • Other Development Activities • Maintenance • Pool Rotation • Ongoing Item Review • Keeping the Exam Current • Measurement NCLEX® Cycle Practice Analysis Nursing Scope of Practice NCLEX Test Plan Item Writing Item Review Sensitivity Review DIF Review Nursing Regulatory Body Review Item Pre-Test Administration NCLE ...

  • 2020NCLEX_LJohnson.pdf

    NCLEX Fair & Comprehensive Entry- Level Current Practice NCLEX® Processes Development Maintenance Measurement NCLEX NCLEX® Overview • Development • Practice Analysis • NCLEX Test Plan • Other Development Activities • Maintenance • Pool Rotation • Ongoing Item Review • Keeping the Exam Current • Measurement NCLEX® Cycle Practice Analysis Nursing Scope of Practice NCLEX Test Plan Item Writing Item Review Sensitivity Review DIF Review Nursing Regulatory Body Review Item Pre-Test Administration NCLE ...