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  • Microsoft Word - MINUTES_NLC_Commission_Meeting_ June 17 2025_DRAFT 3

    Site: nursecompact.com

    Open Discussion Forum        4       S. Richardson requested that the  NLC Policy Committee consider a  policy or guidance regarding  licensees who practice with a  multistate license issued from  another jurisdiction, reside in a  different compact state, but never  applied for license by endorsement.     J. Puente introduced new NLC  Commissioner Joshua Barnes (DE)  and new NLC coordinator Omar  Shana.         ADJOURNMENT   M. Anielski made a motion to  adjourn the meeting. D. Dalton  seconded. The meeting was  adjourned at 2:58 pm CT.    

  • NCSBN Timeline Home | TIMELINE

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    Description : NCSBN Timeline Home. Major Milestones NCSBN founded in 1978 Implemented criterion-referenced scoring for NCLEX in 1981 First Model Nurse Practice Act adopted in 1982 To view this video please enable JavaScript, and consider upgrading to a web browser that supports HTML5 video The National Council has emerged as an organization of stature, strengthening the image of boards of nursing as state government agencies concerned with protecting the public health, safety and welfare. – quote by Mildred Schmidt, president 1979-1981 Explore 1978–1985 1986 – to 1994 Forging New Frontiers with Computerized Adaptive Testing (CAT) NCSBN had its eye on the future as it began researching the use of computer adaptive testing for the NCLEX.

  • Home | TIMELINE

    Site: timeline.ncsbn.org

    A journey through the seminal events and milestones in NCSBN's history. Major Milestones NCSBN founded in 1978 Implemented criterion-referenced scoring for NCLEX in 1981 First Model Nurse Practice Act adopted in 1982 To view this video please enable JavaScript, and consider upgrading to a web browser that supports HTML5 video The National Council has emerged as an organization of stature, strengthening the image of boards of nursing as state government agencies concerned with protecting the public health, safety and welfare. – quote by Mildred Schmidt, president 1979-1981 Explore 1978–1985 1986 – to 1994 Forging New Frontiers with Computerized Adaptive Testing (CAT) NCSBN had its eye on the future as it began researching the use of computer adaptive testing for the NCLEX.

  • External Biometric Data Policy | POLICIES

    Site: policies.ncsbn.org

    Learn how NCSBN and Pearson VUE use secure palm vein biometric technology to verify NCLEX test-taker identity, protect data, prevent fraud, and ensure exam integrity. Pearson, its vendor and NCSBN will not sell, lease, trade, or otherwise profit from an individual’s templates or biometric data. Pearson, its vendor and NCSBN will not disclose or otherwise disseminate an individual’s templates or biometric data without that individual’s agreement, unless required by any state or federal law, municipal ordinance, valid warrant, or valid subpoena.  This Policy is intended to comply with all federal, state, and local laws, and will be interpreted and applied in order to comply with all applicable laws, including but not limited to, the Illinois Biometric Information Privacy Act.

  • Compliance | POLICIES

    Site: policies.ncsbn.org

    Learn how NCSBN achieved GovRAMP authorization for its Nursys, ORBS, and Passport systems, meeting rigorous cybersecurity and privacy standards to protect nursing data. NCSBN provides these essential services to U.S. boards of nursing (BONs) to enhance public protection and this authorization program provides assurances to BONs that these systems and data have a high level of protection. Verify NCSBN's GovRAMP authorization NCSBN Leading Regulatory Excellence Copyright © 2022 National Council of State Boards of Nursing, Inc. All rights reserved.

  • Microsoft Word - Final_Sys_Review_04_06.doc

    Microsoft Word - Final_Sys_Review_04_06.doc 1 National Council of State Boards of Nursing Systematic Review of Studies of Nursing Education Outcomes: An Evolving Review Nancy Spector, PhD, RN, Director of Education April 2006 The systematic review is an integral part of evidence-based health care. One of the best definitions of evidence-based medicine (which can be applied to health care in general) is “…the integration of best research evidence with clinical expertise and patient values” (Sackett, Straus, Richardson, Rosenberg, & Haynes, 2000, p. 1).

  • Internal Biometric Data Policy | POLICIES

    Site: policies.ncsbn.org

    Learn about NCSBN’s Internal Biometric Data Policy, which governs biometric authentication for NCSBN‑issued devices used by staff and Board of Directors members. NCSBN staff and BOD members can obtain a copy of the policy on NCSBN's intranet and may otherwise be obtained by emailing a request to privacy@ncsbn.org . Last Updated: 1/30/2023 NCSBN Leading Regulatory Excellence Copyright © 2022 National Council of State Boards of Nursing, Inc. All rights reserved.

  • Subscribe | ICRSNCSBN

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    Subscribe to our mailing list to receive communications about new courses and the latest events and news regarding ICRS. Compacts Nurse Licensure Compact NLC Insights, Compact Connection and other NLC updates. APRN Compact Compact Connection and other APRN Compact updates. Examinations NCLEX-RN Exam NCLEX-PN Exam REx-PN Exam Which best describes your role? Nurse Educator Regulator Government (State) Government (Federal) Nursing Student Nursing Recruiter U.S. Nurse/Recruiter International Nurse/Recruiter Nurse Employer Media Other Contact ICRS Subscribe Contact NCSBN ICRS Policies Terms Privacy Policy Copyright © 2022 National Council of State Boards of Nursing, Inc.

  • Instructors | ICRSNCSBN

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    ICRS is an educational initiative, presented by NCSBN, that offers online and blended courses designed to cultivate and elevate nursing leaders and policymakers around the world. Lippert has held fellowships from the American Academy of Arts and Sciences, the Mellon Foundation, the Huntington Library, the Clements Library at the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, and the Bancroft Library at U.C. Berkeley. Nicole Livanos, JD Director, State Advocacy & Legislative Affairs, NCSBN Learn more about Nicole Livanos Ms. Livanos is the Director, State Advocacy and Legislative Affairs, at NCSBN. In this role, Ms. Livanos provides support for legislative action related to model legislation such as the APRN and NLC Compacts.

  • Browsers | POLICIES

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    Learn which browsers are supported for secure access to NCSBN websites. Review required versions, security updates, and how to ensure your browser is up to date. Supported Browsers Firefox 63 or higher Google Chrome 64 or higher Microsoft Edge 91 or higher Safari on Mac OSX 13 or higher   Check the browser you are using by looking in the settings or by clicking on the “About [browser]” in the menu of each browser. Most browsers will provide instructions for updating to the latest versions. Last Updated: 9/27/2022 NCSBN Leading Regulatory Excellence Copyright © 2022 National Council of State Boards of Nursing, Inc. All rights reserved.