Resource Center
Report of Findings from the 2015 LPN/VN Nursing Knowledge Survey (Vol. 66)
This study identifies the knowledge needed by newly licensed practical/vocational nurses (LPN/VNs). The results of this study (i.e., the important knowledge statements) will be used to inform item development.
2016 | Exams Research
2016 NCLEX Fact Sheet
Fact sheets provide volume and pass rate data for both U.S. and international candidates. Information is provided for performance on NCSBN's two nurse licensure examinations, the NCLEX-PN and NCLEX-RN.2016 | Publications
NCLEX FAQs
Nursing regulators, nursing educators and candidates remain actively engaged in the NCLEX. As such, we receive a number of questions about the NCLEX on topics ranging from examination development principles and sample content, to exam administration and using computerized adaptive testing, or CAT. We have compiled these questions and answers, and invite you to join us as we uncover the NCLEX FAQs
2016 | Recorded Webinar
In Focus Spring 2016
- A Seat at the Table: NCSBN’s Office of Government Affairs and the Health Policy Conversation
- East Meets West: NCSBN Meets with Korean Delegation
- Family Matters: Mother and Daughter Attend the NCSBN Midyear Meeting Together
- Midyear Meeting: A First-Time Attendee’s Perspective
- A Global Perspective: College of Licensed Practical Nurses of Nova Scotia
- Are You Aware of CORE?
- NCLEX® Terminology
- Legislative Advocacy News
2016 | Magazines
Leader To Leader Spring 2016
- Introducing NCSBN’s New CEO: David Benton
- Assessing Internationally Educated Nurse Competencies
- Comparing Regulatory Approval Standards across Canada and the U.S.
- Advanced Practice Registered Nurse Education Committee Convened
- NCSBN Upholds NCLEX® Passing Standard
- The Enhanced NLC
- Nursing Education Trends Committee
2016 | Magazines
Assessing Higher-Order Cognitive Constructs by Using an Information-Processing Framework
Practitioner wellness is a patient safety issue impacting an increasing number of practitioners each year. It is a complex problem that demands a comprehensive and transparent approach in identifying, treating, and preventing burnout and other stress-related conditions.
2016 | Publications
2016 Award Recipient - Susan Odom
Elaine Ellibee Award
Susan Odom, PhD, RN, CCRN, FRE, Past Board President, Idaho Board of Nursing
The Elaine Ellibee Award is granted to a member who has served as a board president within the past two years and who has made significant contributions to NCSBN.
2016 | Video
2016 Award Recipient - Rene Cronquist
Exceptional Contribution Award
Rene Cronquist, RN, JD, Board Staff, Minnesota Board of Nursing
The Exceptional Contribution Award is granted for significant contribution by a member who is not a president or executive officer.
2016 | Video
2016 Award Recipient - Rhonda Taylor
Exceptional Contribution Award
Rhonda Taylor, MSN, RN, Board Member, Washington State Nursing Care Quality Assurance Commission
The Exceptional Contribution Award is granted for significant contribution by a member who is not a president or executive officer.
2016 | Video
2016 Award Recipient - Lori Scheidt
Meritorious Service Award
Lori Scheidt, MBA-HCM, Executive Director, Missouri State Board of Nursing
The Meritorious Service Award is granted to a member for significant contributions to the mission and vision of NCSBN.
2016 | Video
In Focus Winter 2016
- Moving Forward with an Enhanced NLC
- A Conversation with NCSBN CEO David Benton, Part II
- Our Resources Can Help You Prevent Application Fraud
- NCSBN Offers Helpful Social Media Resources
- What do You Think of In Focus? Take Our Survey
- NCSBN Now Accepting Abstracts for the 2016 Scientific Symposium
2016 | Magazines
2016 Award Recipient - West Virginia State Board of Examiners for Licensed Practical Nurses
Regulatory Achievement Award
West Virginia State Board of Examiners for Licensed Practical Nurses
The Regulatory Achievement Award recognizes the member board or associate member that has made an identifiable, significant contribution to the mission and vision of NCSBN in promoting public policy related to the safe and effective practice of nursing in the interest of public welfare.
2016 | Video