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  • NIRSC-November-2025-Minutes.pdf

    The motion carried unanimously. • Confidentiality was discussed and orientation to NCSBN and the NCLEX item review process was provided. • The NCLEX Item Review Subcommittee reviewed total 1,177 items. • A confidential report of the Executive Session will be provided to the NCLEX Examination Committee. • Request for approval of minutes for this meeting was motioned by Kristina Deaver and seconded by Tracy Scheirer. Approval carried unanimously. ADJOURNMENT TIME: The meeting adjourned at 11:31 AM (Central) on November 20, 2025. NEXT MEETING: Date: February 3-5, 2026 Time: 8:30 a.m.- 4:30 p.m.

  • Transcript_NCSBN_101_Overview.pdf

    All rights reserved. 1 About NCSBN: An Introduction to the National Council of State Boards of Nursing Video Transcript ©2019 National Council of State Boards of Nursing, Inc. Presenter NCSBN Marketing & Communications department ♪ [music] ♪As a leader in regulation for more than 40 years, NCSBN continually works to promote public protection. NCSBN is an independent, not-for-profit organization through which nursing regulatory bodies act in council together on matters of common interest and concern affecting public health, safety, and welfare, including the development of nursing licensure examinations.

  • 16_Simulation_Guidelines_final.pdf

    In the category of skills/knowledge, they included twenty-nine studies, reporting that the preponderance of the findings support simulation to be effective for teaching knowledge and skills. For example, one research study cited in this review (Sportsman, Schumacker & Hamilton, 2011) was a longitudinal, descriptive investigation of 895 students, finding that students were able to learn unique skills and knowledge in simulation that are normally learned in clinical experiences.

  • Transcript_2022_awards_north-dakota.pdf

    That collaboration provides regular dialog about regulatory, legislative, and public policy initiatives. Recognizing the profound need that was intensified by the pandemic and other public health emergencies, the Board collaborated with other regulatory colleagues to create a framework for an Alternative to Discipline Program for nurses. Additionally, the Board works with the local health care organization to provide access to resources which help nurses and other healthcare professionals in the state who are in crisis. North Dakota is one of only five boards of nursing recognized by the U.S.

  • NIRSC%20Minutes_June%202024_Approved.docx

    The motion carried unanimously. · Confidentiality was discussed and orientation to NCSBN and the NCLEX item review process was provided. · A presentation and survey on entry-level nursing was given on June 18, 2024 of the panel by NCSBN staff Nicole Williams and Hong Qian · The NCLEX Item Review Subcommittee reviewed total 765 items. · A confidential report of the Executive Session will be provided to the NCLEX Examination Committee. · Request for approval of minutes for this m ...

  • NIRSC_Minutes_April_30_May_2_2024_Approved.pdf

    The motion carried unanimously. • Confidentiality was discussed and orientation to NCSBN and the NCLEX item review process was provided. • A presentation and survey on entry-level nursing was given on the first day of the panel by NCSBN staff Nicole Williams and Hong Qian. • The NCLEX Item Review Subcommittee reviewed total #1350 items. • A confidential report of the Executive Session will be provided to the NCLEX Examination Committee. • Request for approval of minutes for thi ...

  • NIRSC_Minutes_September_2024_Approved.pdf

    The motion carried unanimously. • Confidentiality was discussed and orientation to NCSBN and the NCLEX item review process was provided. • The NCLEX Item Review Subcommittee reviewed total 812 items. • A confidential report of the Executive Session will be provided to the NCLEX Examination Committee. • Request for approval of minutes for this meeting was motioned by Anne Hardee and seconded by Beverly Skloss. Approval carried unanimously. ADJOURNMENT TIME: The meeting adjourned at 11:30 (Central) on September 12, 2024. NEXT MEETING: Date: November 12-14, 2024 Time: 8:30am-4:30pm Central Location: Chicago, IL Agenda items: TBD http://www.ncsbn.org/ National Council of State Boards of Nursing, Inc.

  • transcript_lsc_JoeBaker.pdf

    And not only at the board table being prepared, but that carries over into all aspects of our lives. Be prepared with your family and your friends, your day job. Leadership is being actively involved in an organization you're part of, whether you run for office or you're on a committee. It's stepping up to the plate and helping to guide discussion, guide policy, guide rules. It's just being at the table and being an active participant. Leadership comes in all forms and all different people. I think it's very important for board members to be encouraged to run for the board of directors.

  • nbarnes.pdf

    NCSBN® • Developer of the NCLEX exam • Ensure the fair and secure delivery of the exam Pearson VUE • Register and schedule candidates • Administer the NCLEX® according to policy and procedures Nursing Regulatory Bodies (NRBs) • Determine and provide candidate eligibility • Release NCLEX results to candidates Before the Exam Candidate Registration Process Step 1: Meeting the NRB requirements • Reach out to the Nursing Regulatory Body (NRB) to inquire about their specific licensure/registration re ...

  • Review_EntryLevel_Characteristics_and_NCLEX.pdf

    Uncovering a vastly different list of activities is unlikely, but a few additional activities may be discovered, (Williams et al., 2014). 2 References Cockerham, J., Figueroa-Altmann, A., Eyster, B., Ross, C., & Salamy, J. (2011). Supporting newly hired nurses: A program to increase knowledge and confidence while fostering relationships among the team. Nursing Forum, 46(4), 231–239. Dyess, S., & Parker, C. G. (2012). Transition support for the newly licensed nurse: A programme that made a difference. Journal of Nursing management, 20, 615–623. Martin, K., & Wilson, C. (2011). Newly registered nurses’ experience in the first year of practice: A phenomenological review.